"What is time-restricted eating? Is it healthy?" asks Sarah on Instagram. Here to answer is Dr. Stephen Gundry, former cardiac surgeon and author of the best-selling Plant Paradox book series. Fasting has become very popular, with many different methods being used. In this episode, Dr. Gundry explains what time-restricted eating is and the great health benefits it can provide. Use code JJVIRGIN25 for 25% off first-time orders at gundrymd.com (bundles excluded, cannot be combined with other offer...
Jul 13, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 312
"Why am I always so tired? Is it what I'm eating?" asks Austin on Instagram. Here with our answer is Dr. Stephen Gundry, former cardiac surgeon and author of the best-selling Plant Paradox book series. Dr. Gundry has worked with the issue of exhaustion a great deal in his practice. In this episode, he shares his expertise on the connection between diet and your energy levels and offers some advice on how to eat to boost your energy. Use code JJVIRGIN25 for 25% off first-time orders at gundrymd.c...
Jul 12, 2021•8 min•Season 3Ep. 331
Dr. Jason Fung is a bestselling author and world-renowned expert on fasting. He joins JJ in today's podcast episode to reveal the powerful benefits of fasting and how you can incorporate fasting into your routine to take back your health! Listen as Dr. Fung explains why the calories in-calories out method of dieting doesn't work, as well as why fasting is a better option for lasting weight loss. Dr. Fung also busts common myths about fasting, plus he shares the incredible advantages that fasting...
Jul 10, 2021•37 min•Season 3Ep. 310
"How will I know if I have a food intolerance?" asks Georgia from Instagram. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Virgin Diet. It can be tricky to pinpoint a specific food intolerance because our bodies are so complex. In her answer, JJ gives us a sustainable method for identifying food intolerances and creating a diet for optimal health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jul 09, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 309
"I'm 54 and have had cystic acne for a year. What test should I take?" asks Vevster from Instagram. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. In her answer, JJ helps identify what the underlying cause of cystic acne may be. She leverages her expertise to recommend some tests to see what's going on, as well as home remedies to help this condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jul 08, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 308
"Is snacking on plain, sugar-free jello OK?" asks Gabriela from Instagram. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Virgin Diet. In this episode, JJ breaks down the health implications of artificial sweeteners and the sustainability of snacking on sugar-free jello. Tune in to the full episode where she offers some healthy alternatives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jul 07, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 307
"Can you suggest some good snacks to keep up my calorie intake while I am breastfeeding?" asks Ashley from Instagram. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of the Sugar Impact Diet. According to JJ, the key is to get the right nutrients in the meals you eat daily. Tune in to her full answer where she offers specific advice around how to up your calorie intake in the healthiest way possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jul 06, 2021•8 min•Season 3Ep. 306
"What does it mean to eat by the clock?" asks uujerri from Instagram. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Virgin Diet. The timing of your eating may be more important than you think. In this episode, JJ breaks down exactly what it means to "Eat by the Clock," and how you can get your meal timing down to optimize your health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jul 05, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 305
Maintaining a healthy mindset is just as important as maintaining a healthy diet. Some argue it’s more important. A positive mindset has a direct link been linked to overall well-being and happiness. Danette May, America’s leading healthy lifestyle expert, joins JJ on the podcast today to discuss self-love, forgiveness, and how kindness toward yourself and others can connect you to your greatest self. Danette distills the essence of sparking your own transformation and guides you through the dai...
Jul 03, 2021•28 min•Season 3Ep. 304
"How can paleo and vegan diets both be good for the thyroid?" emailed Roberta. Here with our answer is Dr. Alan Christianson, naturopathic medical doctor and author of NYT bestseller The Adrenal Reset Diet. It may seem contradictory that both of these diets are good for thyroid health. In this episode, Dr. Christianson explains how each of these diets might be good for thyroid health. For more from Dr. Christianson, check out his FREE Invisible Iodine Series at jjvirgin.com/iodine . Learn more a...
Jul 02, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 303
"Has thyroid disease become more common?" asks Josephine from Facebook. Here to answer is Dr. Alan Christianson, naturopathic medical doctor and author of NYT bestseller The Adrenal Reset Diet. Thyroid disease is a common topic in today's age, and the frightening reason for this is that it is on the rise. In his answer, Dr. Christianson breaks down the rise in this condition and the different ways that it is proliferating. For more from Dr. Christianson, check out his FREE Invisible Iodine Serie...
Jul 01, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 302
"My 23andMe says I am at risk for age-related macular degeneration. What should I do for prevention?" asks Julie from Facebook. Here to answer is Dr. Rudrani Banik, board-certified ophthalmologist and functional medicine expert. In her answer, Dr. Banik explains exactly what macular degeneration is, how it can arise in an individual, and what you can do to help stay safe. If you've ever been concerned about this condition, this episode is a must-listen. For more from Dr. Rudrani Banik, check out...
Jun 30, 2021•12 min•Season 3Ep. 301
"Is there anything additional you would advise for immune support to those who are being treated for cancer?" asks Barb from the Super Immune Secrets Masterclass. Here to answer is Dr. Heather Paulson, board-certified naturopathic oncologist. Immune support is extremely important in these times and this is especially true for cancer patients. In her answer, Dr. Paulson gives us the details on what makes a good immune system and what we can do to boost immune health. For more from Dr. Paulson, ch...
Jun 29, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 300
"I recently went into remission from cancer. Any recommendations for getting healthier and staying in remission?" asks Janet Cohen from Facebook. Here with our answer is Dr. Heather Paulson, board-certified naturopathic oncologist. According to Dr. Paulson, there are three fundamental things to focus on for helping to stay in remission and living a healthy post-cancer life. Tune in to hear the full answer where she breaks down each of these fundamentals and gives us actionable advice related to ...
Jun 28, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 299
Melissa Ramos is a nutritionist with a background in Chinese medicine, and she joins JJ in today's episode to talk all about fibroids. A shocking 70% of women will experience at least one fibroid by age 50, but there are steps you can take to balance your hormones and reduce your risk. Listen as Melissa explains what fibroids are, how to tell if you have them, and how to prevent and reverse fibroids naturally with diet and lifestyle strategies. Find out how Melissa eliminated her own fibroids an...
Jun 26, 2021•30 min•Season 3Ep. 298
"What macro ratio would you recommend for weight loss?" asks alyonasoleil from Instagram. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Virgin Diet. According to JJ, the recommended macro ratio will change depending on your personal constitution. Tune into the full answer where she shares her expertise with various macro ratios, and find out what's best for you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jun 25, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 297
"Any advice on protein for vegans so I can lose fat like I used to?" asks call.me.esquire from Instagram. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Exercise Physiologist and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. Getting your daily protein intake on a vegan diet can be challenging. In this episode, JJ gives some key considerations on the best ways to get your protein. Check out the full answer where she gives specific dietary recommendations to get the protein you need as a vegan. Learn more about your a...
Jun 24, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 296
"What about high cholesterol and coconut oils?" asks joannavic12 from Instagram. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. Cholesterol has historically been a confusing and controversial topic. In her answer, JJ explains the various measurements and metrics associated with cholesterol, how to understand them, and how to set yourself up for success when it comes to your cholesterol. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...
Jun 23, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 295
"Do you recommend weighing yourself every day when trying to lose fat?" asks s5j4w4 from Instagram. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Virgin Diet. This is a question JJ gets all the time and her answer has changed over the years. Check out the full episode where she describes the utility of using a scale and how to use the data in the most effective way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jun 22, 2021•12 min•Season 3Ep. 294
"What do you think about a 'raw foods, vegan, low-fat, mostly fruit, with a lot of walking' plan for weight loss?" asks letsgoski from Instagram. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. According to JJ, there are some nutritional deficiencies involved with a diet like this. Tune into her full answer where she breaks down what you may be missing if you pursue a diet like this, and how you can remedy those issues to ensure you're nouri...
Jun 21, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 293
Many of us have struggled with multiple diets and still have difficulty losing weight and keeping it off. A lack of lasting results keeps us feeling frustrated and discouraged. Meet intermittent fasting expert Gin Stephens. She joins JJ on today’s episode to talk about the benefits of intermittent fasting as it pertains to not only weight loss, but also a plethora of powerful effects it may have on your body and brain. Gin has been living the intermittent fasting lifestyle since 2014, which has ...
Jun 19, 2021•41 min•Season 3Ep. 292
"Why has our culture moved away from fasting?" asks Joanne from Instagram. Here with our answer is Dr. Will Cole, functional medicine expert and best-selling author of Intuitive Fasting. Fasting has been a part of human nature for ages, but in recent times it has escaped us. In this episode, Dr. Cole outlines how our modern lifestyle of convenience has edged out fasting, and the impact this has had on our physical and spiritual health. For more from Dr. Cole, check out his free Intuitive Fasting...
Jun 18, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 291
"How do I get out of my head and into my body when it comes to food?" asks Quinn from Facebook. Here to answer is Dr. Will Cole, functional medicine expert and best-selling author of Intuitive Fasting. In this episode, Dr. Cole explains how we can utilize the principles of intuitive eating and metabolic flexibility to stop thinking so much when it comes to food, and use our bodies instead. For more from Dr. Cole, check out his free Intuitive Fasting Quiz at jjvirgin.com/metquiz , and discover yo...
Jun 17, 2021•7 min•Season 3Ep. 290
"What is metabolic inflexibility and how does it affect your health?" emailed Barbara. Here with our answer is Dr. Will Cole, functional medicine expert and best-selling author of Intuitive Fasting. Metabolic flexibility can help support your overall health and wellness. Tune into the full episode where Dr. Cole explains what metabolic flexibility is, and how we can cultivate it in our daily lives. For more from Dr. Cole, check out his free Intuitive Fasting Quiz at jjvirgin.com/metquiz , and di...
Jun 16, 2021•8 min•Season 3Ep. 289
"Why are chronic caloric restriction and intermittent fasting not considered the same thing?" asks Corinne from Instagram. Here to answer is Dr. Will Cole, functional medicine expert and best-selling author of Intuitive Fasting. According to Dr. Cole, there are some key differences between the two. Tune into the full episode where he outlines the differences and underscores the unique benefits that intermittent fasting provides. For more from Dr. Cole, check out his free Intuitive Fasting Quiz a...
Jun 15, 2021•8 min•Season 3Ep. 288
"What health benefits does fasting have besides weight loss?" asks Jason from Facebook. Here with our answer is Dr. Will Cole, functional medicine expert and best-selling author of Intuitive Fasting. There are multitudes of health benefits of fasting that extend far beyond weight loss. In this episode, Dr. Will Cole breaks down exactly what happens when you fast, and exactly why it is so beneficial for your health. For more from Dr. Cole, check out his free Intuitive Fasting Quiz at jjvirgin.com...
Jun 14, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 287
Dr. Tom O’Bryan is an internationally recognized speaker and author, and an expert in the area of wheat sensitivity and autoimmune disease. He's back on the podcast by popular demand to share how to optimize your brain function and feel your very best! Listen to find out how wheat can trigger an inflammatory response in your body and the symptoms that can manifest in your brain, as well as the effect that electromagnetics and other toxins can have on your brain health and how to reduce their imp...
Jun 12, 2021•30 min•Season 3Ep. 286
"What are your thoughts on coconut product substitutions?" asks Karen from Facebook. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Virgin Diet. Coconut products cover a wide variety of uses and there are now many substitute products that can do the same. Tune in to her answer, where JJ lays out the different coconut product substitutions and how they can be implemented into your diet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jun 11, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 285
"I am looking for a detox program to start a weight-loss program. What do you recommend?" asks Patricia from Facebook. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Virgin Diet. In her answer, JJ describes the difference between a diet and detox, and the role of each. Tune in to discover the best way to implement these programs in your life to maximize your health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jun 10, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 284
"Is intermittent fasting safe for diabetics?" asks kathyhartsfieldharris from Instagram. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Exercise Physiologist and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. Intermittent fasting can be extremely useful as a tool for your health, but there are some important safety precautions you should take. In this episode, JJ gives us an actionable plan to safely ease into intermittent fasting. If you are new to fasting, this episode is a great crash course! Learn more abou...
Jun 09, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 283
