"If you could only give one tip about gut health, what would it be and why?" asks antlerzz_longevity from Instagram. JJ invites Dr. Bill Cole, Functional Medicine Expert and Health Coach, to answer this question. Dr. Cole explains that the health of the gut is largely determined by microbial balance. There are good bacteria and bad bacteria. While he implores us to know that good gut health comes down to more than one tip, he explains that there is one thing you should avoid that causes an imbal...
Sep 21, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 372
"I’ve been struggling a lot with brain fog recently and feel like I run out of energy so quickly. What would you recommend as steps to getting back to myself?" asks Kelsey from Instagram. Here to answer is Dr. Bill Cole, Functional Medicine Expert and Health Coach. In this episode, Dr. Cole points out that symptoms like this can be a big red flag. There are energy factories inside of our cells and if they are not producing enough ATP, we can experience energy depletion or brain fog. Listen in to...
Sep 20, 2021•12 min•Season 3Ep. 371
Dr. Becky Campbell is an author and board-certified doctor of natural medicine. She struggled with uncomfortable symptoms for a long time before being diagnosed with hypothyroidism, and only later discovered the cause of her thyroid condition that doctors had been missing. Listen as Dr. Campbell shares her journey, as well as the most common signs of hypo- and hyperthyroidism and the root causes behind them. Dr. Campbell also reveals her recommendations for thyroid testing, including the test yo...
Sep 18, 2021•33 min•Season 3Ep. 370
"I have big goals but am struggling to achieve them. How can I create a stronger mindset to tackle my goals?" asks Marilyn from Facebook. Here to answer is Shawn Wells, biochemist, dietitian, sports nutritionist, and formulation scientist. Mindset is key in reaching our goals in life. In this episode, Shawn gives us some great tips on how we can boost our mindset and achieve our ambitious goals. Take Shawn's free Fasting Quiz to learn your personal fasting type. http://fastingquiz.com Learn more...
Sep 17, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 369
"What is the best berberine form to take, typical dosage, and is it safe to use long term?" asks Willow from Instagram. Here to answer is Shawn Wells, biochemist, dietitian, sports nutritionist, and formulation scientist. According to Shawn, berberine is a very powerful supplement for insulin resistance and much more. Tune in to this episode to learn the best way to introduce it into your routine. Take Shawn's free Fasting Quiz to learn your personal fasting type. http://fastingquiz.com Learn mo...
Sep 16, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 368
"I'm interested in adding supplements to my health routine. Where should I start?" asks Nora from Instagram. Here to answer is Shawn Wells, biochemist, dietitian, sports nutritionist, and formulation scientist. In Shawn's experience, consistency is key. In this episode, he describes how to introduce supplements into your routine and the key supplements you'll want to include. Take Shawn's free Fasting Quiz to learn your personal fasting type. http://fastingquiz.com Learn more about your ad choic...
Sep 15, 2021•11 min•Season 3Ep. 367
"Can I combine fasting with other weight loss plans?" asks Margueritte from Facebook. Here with our answer is Shawn Wells, biochemist, dietitian, sports nutritionist, and formulation scientist. According to Shawn, fasting works great with other weight loss plans. Listen to the full episode to learn how fasting can be utilized with other great tools to maximize your weight loss. Take Shawn's free Fasting Quiz to learn your personal fasting type. fastingquiz.com Learn more about your ad choices. V...
Sep 14, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 366
"My friend said a lot of dietary supplements go right through the body without being absorbed and end up in the sewers...Is there any truth in this?" asks Jacquilla from Facebook. Here to answer is Shawn Wells, biochemist, dietitian, sports nutritionist, and formulation scientist. This question comes up a lot. Tune in to the full episode to learn if there is truth to this, or if it's just a myth! Take Shawn's free Fasting Quiz to learn your personal fasting type. fastingquiz.com Learn more about...
Sep 13, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 365
Dr. Ann Louise Gittleman, the First Lady of Nutrition, has been a pioneer for over four decades in the health and wellness arena. With 36 books written, Dr. Gittleman has impacted the health of millions of people. Her latest game-changing book (her 37th!), Radical Longevity, offers a radical shift about how to upgrade your health and age amazingly. In this podcast, JJ Virgin talks with Dr. Gittleman about cultivating radical longevity. Among Dr. Gittleman’s many pearls of wisdom, you’ll learn wh...
Sep 11, 2021•35 min•Season 3Ep. 364
"Why is keto bad if you have adrenal issues?" asks Jamie from Facebook. Here with our answer is Dr. Anna Cabeca, board-certified Gynecologist and expert in functional medicine. This is a controversial subject. According to Dr. Anna, the answer lies in your bodily acidity while on keto. Tune in to this answer to discover if keto is right for you if you have adrenal issues. Check out Dr. Anna's FREE Keto-Green Recipe E-Book at book.ketogreendiet.com/keto-recipe-pdf-optin?utm_medium=podcast&utm...
Sep 10, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 363
"Is it appropriate for those with high total cholesterol and LDL to attempt keto?" asks Mandy Joan from Facebook. Here to answer is Dr. Anna Cabeca, board-certified Gynecologist and expert in functional medicine. In this episode, Dr. Anna gives her clinical expertise with keto and high cholesterol and LDL. Tune in to learn the tests and considerations she recommends to implement to safely enter a ketogenic diet. Check out Dr. Anna's FREE Keto-Green Recipe E-Book at book.ketogreendiet.com/keto-re...
Sep 09, 2021•7 min•Season 3Ep. 362
"Are there long-term effects to keto? Can I stay on it forever?" asks Paul from Instagram. Here with our answer is Dr. Anna Cabeca, board-certified Gynecologist and expert in functional medicine. According to Dr. Anna, the keto-green lifestyle is indeed sustainable. Tune into this episode to learn how you can integrate a healthy keto lifestyle into your diet. Check out Dr. Anna's FREE Keto-Green Recipe E-Book at book.ketogreendiet.com/keto-recipe-pdf-optin?utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=Askth...
Sep 08, 2021•8 min•Season 3Ep. 361
"How do you boost progesterone and testosterone in balance for women over 50 while maintaining healthy estrogen levels?" asks Ron from Facebook. Here to answer is Dr. Anna Cabeca, board-certified Gynecologist and expert in functional medicine. In this episode, Dr. Anna describes the lifecycle of these hormones, and how to help balance them. If you are interested in optimizing your hormonal health, this episode is for you. Check out Dr. Anna's FREE Keto-Green Recipe E-Book at book.ketogreendiet.c...
Sep 07, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 360
"Can you recommend a resource for those nearing or at menopause who want to learn how to use a modified keto diet so we don't stress our hormone balance even more?" asks tinkam from Instagram. Here with our answer is Dr. Anna Cabeca, board-certified Gynecologist and expert in functional medicine. According to Dr. Anna, the key is to go keto-green. Tune in to this episode where she describes what the keto-green lifestyle is and all of the benefits it can provide. Check out Dr. Anna's FREE Keto-Gr...
Sep 06, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 359
If you’re struggling with brain fog, fatigue, insomnia, or joint pain, you don’t want to miss today’s podcast episode! Clinical researcher and bestselling author Dr. Michael Ruscio reveals why an unhealthy gut may be the culprit behind your symptoms. Listen as Dr. Ruscio explains why gut problems can often come disguised as other health issues like thyroid problems or hormonal imbalances, as well as how his free quiz can help you determine the root cause of your symptoms. Dr. Ruscio also talks a...
Sep 04, 2021•43 min•Season 3Ep. 358
"What strategies can help boost or potentiate fasting results?" asks Cason from Facebook. Here to answer is Cynthia Thurlow, nurse practitioner and intermittent fasting expert. In her answer, Cynthia provides some practices on how to maximize the benefits provided by fasting. If you want to get the most from your fasting practice, this episode is for you. For more info on fasting, check out Cynthia Thurlow's free Intermittent Fasting FAQ at cynthiathurlow.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-faq . Lear...
Sep 03, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 357
"I noticed my hair is beginning to thin. Is this a sign that something else is off with my health?" asks Shea from Faceboook. Here to answer is Dr. Bill Cole, founder of Key Cellular Nutrition and expert in the field of functional medicine and cellular healing. Hair loss can be a difficult condition to pin down. In his answer, Dr. Cole provides us some potential health issues that could potentially cause hair loss. For more from Dr. Cole, check out his FREE 42 Day Cellular Cleanse at drbillcole....
Sep 02, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 356
"Should people get blood work annually?" asks Shauna from Instagram. Here to answer is Dr. Steven Gundry, heart surgeon, founder of the International Heart & Lung Institute, and author of the best-selling Plant Paradox book series. According to Dr. Gundry, it depends on the situation. In his answer, he breaks down the efficacy of blood work, where it helps, and where it's not as useful. Use code JJVIRGIN25 for 25% off first time orders at gundrymd.com (bundles excluded & cannot be combin...
Sep 01, 2021•7 min•Season 3Ep. 355
"Why can't I get back on a diet?!" asks Cyndi from Facebook. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. The idea of a diet has long been a controversial topic. In this episode, JJ gives us her perspective on the proper place of a diet. If you struggle with diets and need motivation, this episode is for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Aug 31, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 354
"My doctor wants me to go on a low sugar, low fat diet. What is the best way for me to address this?" asks Beverly from Facebook. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Virgin Diet. In her answer, JJ provides her expertise on how sugar impacts us and how it can sneak into our diet. This episode is packed with actionable information on how to set yourself up for nutritional success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Aug 30, 2021•13 min•Season 3Ep. 353
In 1996, Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor had a stroke when a blood vessel erupted on the left side of her brain. The stroke left her unable to speak, read, walk, write, or remember anything from her past. Her 8-year recovery period impacts her work today. In this podcast, JJ Virgin talks with Dr. Taylor about brain health, present-moment awareness, and how to better manage stress and anxiety. Dr. Taylor begins by debunking some popular brain myths. (You know the one where we only use 10% of our brains? Th...
Aug 28, 2021•42 min•Season 3Ep. 352
"Help... My sleep is suffering since starting to fast. What do I do?" asks Valerie from Facebook. Here to answer is Cynthia Thurlow, nurse practitioner and intermittent fasting expert. Like nutrition, sleep is crucial to your health. In her answer, Cynthia helps troubleshoot your sleep troubles. If you started fasting and are having trouble with sleep, this episode is for you! For more from Cynthia Thurlow, check out her FREE Intermittent Fasting FAQ at cynthiathurlow.com/blog/intermittent-fasti...
Aug 27, 2021•12 min•Season 3Ep. 351
"What is the best way to break my fast?" asks Will from Instagram. Here with our answer is Cynthia Thurlow, nurse practitioner and intermittent fasting expert. According to Cynthia, the key here is to use your intuition to help decide the best way to break your fast. Tune in to the full episode and learn how you can get started making the right nutritional choices. For more from Cynthia Thurlow, check out her FREE Intermittent Fasting FAQ at cynthiathurlow.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-faq Learn...
Aug 26, 2021•8 min•Season 3Ep. 350
"Why is fasting bad for menopause?" asks awsmhealth from Instagram. Here to answer is Cynthia Thurlow, nurse practitioner and intermittent fasting expert. In her answer, Cynthia explains that menopausal women can actually stand to greatly benefit from fasting. Check out the full episode where she explains why this is, and how we can best include fasting into our lives. For more from Cynthia Thurlow, check out her FREE Intermittent Fasting FAQ at cynthiathurlow.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-faq L...
Aug 25, 2021•8 min•Season 3Ep. 349
"Would fasting over 12 hours shrink your ovaries?" asks Barbie from Instagram. Here with our answer is Cynthia Thurlow, nurse practitioner and intermittent fasting expert. According to Cynthia, fasting is mostly safe, but certain considerations should be taken for women who are cycling. Tune in to her full answer where she breaks down how fasting can be best used to work with your menstrual cycle. For more from Cynthia Thurlow, check out her FREE Intermittent Fasting FAQ at cynthiathurlow.com/bl...
Aug 24, 2021•6 min•Season 3Ep. 348
"What is your opinion on intermittent fasting for women?" asks sj_explores_health from Instagram. Here to answer is Cynthia Thurlow, nurse practitioner and intermittent fasting expert. Intermittent fasting will have a wide range of effects depending on the individual. In this episode, Cynthia breaks down the situations where women may want to make use of (or avoid) intermittent fasting. For more from Cynthia Thurlow, check out her FREE Intermittent Fasting FAQ at cynthiathurlow.com/blog/intermit...
Aug 23, 2021•7 min•Season 3Ep. 347
Dr. William Li is a world-renowned physician, scientist, speaker, and author. He joins JJ in today's podcast episode to talk about the incredible healing power of food! Listen as Dr. Li explains the science behind how to eat to starve cancer, including the concept of anti-angiogenesis, which was discussed in his widely-viewed TED Talk. Dr. Li also shares his thoughts on meal timing and why your body is hardwired for health, as well as the powerful foods that can support your body's key defense s...
Aug 21, 2021•46 min•Season 3Ep. 346
"Any suggestions on a calorie burning exercise?" asks David from Facebook. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Exercise Physiologist and author of The Virgin Diet. In this episode, JJ explains the fundamentals of an effective exercise routine that leads to burning calories. If you're curious about how to optimize your health with exercise, this is the episode for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Aug 20, 2021•14 min•Season 3Ep. 345
"How do you know if you need hormone replacement therapy?" asks Susan from Facebook. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. Hormone replacement therapy can be a big decision, so it's important to know if it's the right decision for you. Tune into JJ's answer where she shares a blueprint to help you decide if hormone replacement is right for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Aug 19, 2021•12 min•Season 3Ep. 344
"How do I rid bloating and make my stomach flat?" asks Chris K from Facebook. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Exercise Physiologist and author of The Virgin Diet. According to JJ, bloat is usually connected to the foods you are eating. In this episode, she breaks down the top foods which cause bloating, and how we can remedy this in our diets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 18, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 343