"How can we increase the protein in our smoothies?" asks s_amiii.martinez from Instagram. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. Smoothies are a terrific way to easily increase your protein intake. In this episode, JJ gives us the key ingredients to a great protein smoothie that is both nutritious and tastes great. If you want to level up your protein smoothies, this episode is a must-listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Jun 08, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 282
"I have no idea how to get enough protein for my body weight every day. Any suggestions?" asks dklarussa63 from Instagram. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Virgin Diet. According to JJ, the answer to this question varies depending on your situation. In this episode, she breaks down what your protein needs might be. She also presents some actionable ways to get your protein needs met. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jun 07, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 281
It’s simple, when you make your gut happy, you can clear up your skin too. Dr. Vincent Pedre, Medical Director of Pedre Integrative Health and Founder of Dr. Pedre Wellness, joins JJ on the podcast today to talk about the gut-skin connection. Dr. Pedre, the author of the book Happy Gut, has helped thousands resolve their gut-related health issues. Plus, you’ll learn about his paralyzing fear of needles and how he overcame the fear using an ancient, effective technique! If you suffer from acne, e...
Jun 05, 2021•33 min•Season 3Ep. 280
"How do you change your training to match your menstrual cycle?" asks Melissa from Instagram. Here with our answer is Dr. Stephanie Estima, doctor of chiropractic care and expert in metabolism and body composition. In her answer, Dr. Stephanie breaks down each week of the cycle and how it applies to training and exercise. Tune in for plenty of actionable advice on working out in accordance with your menstrual cycle. For more from Dr. Stephanie Estima, check out her FREE 4-Week Keto Cycling Plan ...
Jun 04, 2021•11 min•Season 3Ep. 279
"I want to build muscle, but I'm 54. Is it too late for me? Be honest." asks Clarisse from Instagram. Here to answer is Dr. Stephanie Estima, doctor of chiropractic care and expert in metabolism and body composition. According to Dr. Estima, it is NEVER too late to start building muscle! In her answer, she gives tips and advice on how to effectively build muscle as we age. For more from Dr. Stephanie Estima, check out her FREE 4-Week Keto Cycling Plan at thehealthloft.lpages.co/4-week-keto-cycli...
Jun 03, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 278
"How does the way I fast change in perimenopause?" asks Maxine from Facebook. Here with our answer is Dr. Stephanie Estima, doctor of chiropractic care and expert in metabolism and body composition. In her answer, Dr. Stephanie breaks down the many different styles of fasting and how they apply to perimenopause. If you're new to fasting and want to apply it effectively to your life, this episode is a must-listen. For more from Dr. Stephanie Estima, check out her FREE 4-Week Keto Cycling Plan at ...
Jun 02, 2021•11 min•Season 3Ep. 277
"How do I match my eating patterns to my menstrual cycle?" asks Marie from Instagram. Here to answer is Dr. Stephanie Estima, doctor of chiropractic care and expert in metabolism and body composition. In this episode, Dr. Estima gives us a clear action plan on how to implement an optimal eating cycle to match the menstrual cycle. Tune in to hear her detailed week-by-week plan to eat in accordance with your cycle. For more from Dr. Stephanie Estima, check out her FREE 4-Week Keto Cycling Plan at ...
Jun 01, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 276
"How should I be changing how I eat now that I am in menopause?" asks Lisa Marie from Instagram. Here with our answer is Dr. Stephanie Estima, doctor of chiropractic care and expert in metabolism and body composition. In her answer, Dr. Estima describes an ideal diet for menopausal women and gives a clear explanation for the physiology behind it. For more from Dr. Stephanie Estima, check out her FREE 4-Week Keto Cycling Plan at thehealthloft.lpages.co/4-week-keto-cycling-plan and learn how to be...
May 31, 2021•11 min•Season 3Ep. 275
Dr. Izabella Wentz is a pharmacist, bestselling author, and expert in autoimmune thyroid disease. After being diagnosed with Hashimoto's Thyroiditis herself, Dr. Wentz embarked on a personal discovery process to figure out how to take back her health and feel better again. Listen as Dr. Wentz explains what exactly Hashimoto's disease is and the most common symptoms, as well as the reason that many cases of Hashimoto's often go undiagnosed. Dr. Wentz also shares her recommendations on thyroid lab...
May 29, 2021•28 min•Season 3Ep. 274
"I am 51 and I'm in full menopause. I've gained about 10 lbs and can't seem to lose it. Do you have any advice?" asks candysmithharris from Instagram. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Virgin Diet. In her answer, JJ gives actionable advice on how to balance hormones and lose weight while in menopause. She provides countless suggestions and valuable resources on how to navigate weight loss in menopause. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...
May 28, 2021•11 min•Season 3Ep. 273
"My cholesterol is high and I'm trying to avoid statins. Is there a diet to help with this?" asks Katie from Facebook. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. Cholesterol can be a confusing topic and is often misunderstood. In her answer, JJ demystifies cholesterol and gives us all actionable advice and suggestions on how to work with it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
May 27, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 272
"Have you any podcasts on fixing your adrenal glands?" asks jillyslifediary from Instagram. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Exercise Physiologist and author of The Virgin Diet. There are a number of remedies for keeping your adrenal glands healthy. In this episode, JJ breaks down a number of these remedies and how you can easily implement them into your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
May 26, 2021•12 min•Season 3Ep. 271
"Could you please share the supplements that one should take to assist with better sleep?" asks Norwin18.09 from Instagram. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. Sleep is among the most important factors in overall health. In her answer, JJ provides us tools we can all use to optimize our sleep. If you're interested in getting better sleep, this episode is a must-listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic...
May 25, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 270
"Can you suggest something to suppress my appetite?" asks Sobia from Facebook. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Virgin Diet. There are a number of possibilities for why you might feel overly hungry. In her answer, JJ breaks down each one and lays out an action plan to get your appetite to a balanced place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 24, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 269
Coach Mike Bayer, New York Times Best Selling Author, TV Personality, and mental health advocate is on a mission to help people achieve sound mental health to become their best selves. He joins JJ for today’s podcast to talk about decision-making. We make an estimated 35,000 decisions every day, and Coach Mike wants to help you navigate the forces that routinely drive your decision-making and transform the obstacles in your life into new opportunities. Drawing on twenty years of experience and h...
May 22, 2021•33 min•Season 3Ep. 268
"I have plantar fasciitis. How do I workout without hurting myself? asks Nancy Gilbert from Instagram. Here with our answer is Dr. Emily Kiberd, chiropractor, movement specialist, and founder of Urban Wellness clinic. According to Dr. Kiberd, the most important activity you can do with a condition like plantar fasciitis is strength training. Listen in to her full answer as she breaks down why strength training is so important, and how you can introduce it into your daily life. For more from Dr. ...
May 21, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 267
"What's the best exercise for someone with hypothyroidism?" asks Carol10 from Instagram. Here to answer this question is Dr. Emily Kiberd, chiropractor, movement specialist, and founder of Urban Wellness clinic. In her answer, Dr. Kiberd describes that strength training is the key exercise when facing hypothyroidism. Tune into her full answer where she gives us specific steps and actions to introduce this form of exercise into your fitness plan. For more from Dr. Kiberd, check out her FREE guide...
May 20, 2021•7 min•Season 3Ep. 266
"Do you have suggestions on excercise for those with chronic fatigue and/or immunosuppression?" asks Lea Mac from Facebook. Here with our answer is Dr. Emily Kiberd, chiropractor, movement specialist, and founder of Urban Wellness clinic. When exercising with chronic fatigue, it's important to start slow and work up to more intense workouts. Listen to the full answer where Dr. Kiberd gives plenty of ideas on how to progressively intensify your workouts even with conditions like chronic fatigue. ...
May 19, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 265
"How do I workout without feeling super fatigued afterwards?" asks Bailey Lynn from Instagram. Here to answer is Dr. Emily Kiberd, chiropractor, movement specialist, and founder of Urban Wellness clinic. According to Dr. Kiberd, it's important to meet yourself where you're at. Tune in to her full answer where she describes how to ease into workouts without being overly affected by fatigue. For more from Dr. Kiberd, check out her FREE guide at members.dremilykiberd.com/~access/a2c137f , and learn...
May 18, 2021•8 min•Season 3Ep. 264
"How do I start to workout at home if I don't have weights?" asks Norma from the Thyroid Strong Facebook group. Here with our answer is Dr. Emily Kiberd, chiropractor, movement specialist, and founder of Urban Wellness clinic. In her answer, Emily gives us plenty of actionable exercises which anyone can do regardless of what equipment you do or don't have at home. If you want to build a sustainable home workout routine, this episode is a must-listen. For more from Dr. Kiberd, check out her FREE ...
May 17, 2021•8 min•Season 3Ep. 263
Maneesh Sethi grew up struggling with ADHD, having trouble focusing and getting things done. He learned early on that the secret to success was in his habits, and he joins JJ today to share how you, too, can change the habits that are holding you back from achieving your goals. Listen as Maneesh talks about his innovative technology called Pavlok and how it can help you break unhealthy habits and transform your life. As Aristotle once said: we are what we repeatedly do. Find out the simple steps...
May 15, 2021•34 min•Season 3Ep. 262
"If a person is suffering from high blood pressure, would you still suggest Bulletproof Coffee?" asks nistha_gokhru_healthcoach from Instagram. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. In her answer, JJ describes the benefits and drawbacks of coffee and how it can affect blood pressure. If you have ever been curious about how coffee may be impacting your health, this episode is a great listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...
May 14, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 261
"What are your top 3-5 best tips for thriving in perimenopause as hormones fluctuate erratically?" asks soopbox from Instagram. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Virgin Diet. In JJ's thorough answer, she breaks down the most important factors when it comes to balancing hormones during perimenopause. Tune in to hear her actionable advice on how to thrive in this time of fluctuation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
May 13, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 260
"What is your opinion of a healthy weight loss per week?" asks Meredith from Facebook. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Exercise Physiologist and author of The Virgin Diet. In her answer, JJ informs us of her philosophy when it comes to measuring weight loss. This is an awesome episode if you want to build a more intentional practice of weight-loss measurement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
May 12, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 259
"Which vitamin would you say women over 40 are lacking most?" asks Jackie from Facebook. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Virgin Diet. This is a great question, and the answer depends on multiple factors. In her answer, JJ helps outline the essential vitamins and the ones which are most likely to be deficient in your diet. If you're curious about which supplements are right for you, this episode is a must-listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
May 11, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 258
"Can you get enough fish oil from eating fish or do you need a supplement?" asks Morgan from Facebook. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. Fish oil has a vast range of benefits which JJ describes in her answer. Tune in to hear how fish oil can fit into your diet, and how to know if you're getting enough. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
May 10, 2021•11 min•Season 3Ep. 257
What’s the low-down on hormones? What are they? They influence our health, but how? And how do they change as we age? We’ve got Dr. Anna Cabeca, known as The Girlfriend Doctor, here to talk all things hormones with JJ. Dr. Anna is a triple-board certified, Emory University trained OB/GYN and author of two best-selling books: The Hormone Fix and Keto-Green 16. She is on a never-ending quest to find solutions that help women reclaim their vibrancy, sexuality, health, and happiness. Listen as Dr. A...
May 08, 2021•34 min•Season 3Ep. 256
"What do I do about having no sex drive?" asked Jessica from Facebook. Here with our answer is Dr. Kyrin Dunston, Board Certified OBGYN and Functional Medicine Specialist. This is a question Dr. Kryin hears ALL the time. Tune in to hear her definitive answer where she breaks down WHY this is happening and WHAT you can do about it. For more from Dr. Kryin Dunston, check out her FREE Diet Deceptive Dozen report at bit.ly/DietDozen . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
May 07, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 255
"I'm 40, why does my body feel so broken?" asks Leigh during a consultation. Here to answer is Dr. Kyrin Dunston, Board Certified OBGYN and Functional Medicine Specialist. In her answer, Dr. Kyrin explains the biology of what is happening as we age into our 40s. Listen to the full answer where she breaks down the hormonal details of why this is happening, and the action you can take to get your body back to where you want it. For more from Dr. Kryin Dunston, check out her FREE Diet Deceptive Doz...
May 06, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 254
"My OB told me that bioidentical hormones don't work. Is that true?" asks Brenda from Instagram. Here with our answer is Dr. Kyrin Dunston, Board Certified OBGYN and Functional Medicine Specialist. According to Dr. Kyrin, this is a common and dangerous misconception. Tune in to hear the full answer where she breaks down the importance and utility of bioidentical hormones. For more from Dr. Kryin Dunston, check out her FREE Diet Deceptive Dozen report at bit.ly/DietDozen . Learn more about your a...
May 05, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 253
