Well Beyond 40
Podcast

Well Beyond 40

JJ Virgin

1388 episodes

Well Beyond 40 with JJ Virgin is the podcast for women who want to age powerfully and enjoy the best chapter of their lives. It’s YOUR turn now to focus on nutrition, wellness, fitness, mindfulness, and beauty. Refuel your body. Reignite your wellness. Renew your passion. Fall (back) in love with your life, and discover what it means to age powerfully. Every information-packed episode combines cutting-edge science, pearls of wisdom from JJ’s four decades as a health and wellness leader and the world’s leading experts on weight loss, metabolism, menopause, life transitions and much more. We dive deep into topics like cultivating mindfulness, building strong relationships and setting boundaries, and choosing health…in a nutshell, how we can AGE POWERFULLY into this second half of our lives. At Well Beyond 40, we empower women in their 40s, 50s, 60, 70s (and beyond!) to defy stereotypes and say, “It's my time now. It's my turn now. It’s my opportunity to step into my best life!” For four decades, JJ Virgin has helped people lose weight and stop weight regain by eliminating hidden food intolerances and lowering their sugar impact. As a triple-board certified nutrition expert and Fitness Hall of Famer, JJ helps you stay fired up and focused on being your healthiest rockstar self. In addition to hosting Well Beyond 40, JJ is a prominent TV and media personality. She was co-host of TLC’s Freaky Eaters and the on-camera nutritionist for Weight Loss Challenges on Dr. Phil. Over the years, JJ has made numerous appearances on PBS, Dr. Oz, Rachael Ray, Access Hollywood, and the TODAY Show. She also speaks regularly and has shared the stage with notables including Seth Godin, Lisa Nichols, Gary Vaynerchuk, Mark Hyman, Dan Buettner, and Mary Morrissey. JJ is the author of 4 New York Times bestsellers: The Virgin Diet, The Virgin Diet Cookbook, The Sugar Impact Diet, and The Sugar Impact Diet Cookbook. JJ is also the author of Warrior Mom: 7 Secrets to Bold, Brave Resilience. She regularly writes for major blogs and other publications including mindbodygreen and Medium. Visit jjvirgin.com for hundreds of free recipes and resources, plus state-of-the-art programs, products, and plenty of support to help you rev up your metabolism, reignite your wellness, and step powerfully into the second half of your life. Love the Podcast? Here’s what to do: Make My Day & Share Your Thoughts! - Subscribe to the podcast & leave me a review - Text a screenshot to 813-565-2627 - Expect a personal reply because your voice is so important to me. Join 55,000+ followers who make this podcast thrive.

What this show covers

longevityrecoveryred light therapygut healththyroid healthautophagyspermidinewellness routinescardiovascular healthinfrared saunamental healthnutritionsleep and anxietygut-brain connectionultra-processed food

What listeners will find here

Can spermidine support longevity without sacrificing muscle?
Spermidine and autophagy take center stage in this conversation with Leslie Kenny, alongside thyroid, gut, sleep, skin, and inflammation. The episode blends longevity science with practical questions about food, fasting, supplement quality, and staying strong as you age.
A practical guide to using infrared sauna for recovery, heart health, and longevity
Infrared sauna takes center stage as Connie Zack explains how heat and light may support inflammation, cardiovascular health, muscle recovery, and brain function. The episode focuses on what actually makes a session effective, from wavelength choices to timing, hydration, and realistic routines.
How ultra-processed foods may be shaping your mood, sleep, and cravings
Ultra-processed foods are the focus here, with Dr. Uma Naidoo connecting diet to anxiety, sleep, focus, and overall mental health. The episode looks at gut-brain links, artificial sweeteners, simple food swaps, and how some changes may start to help within days.
The red light therapy mistake that may be killing your results
Red and near-infrared light therapy takes center stage in a conversation with Bjørn Ekeberg on recovery, pain relief, and longevity. The episode focuses on how to tell real devices from gimmicks, why daily consistency beats occasional big sessions, and why targeted use may matter more than full-body coverage.
What menopause changes in your face—and the skin strategies this episode puts under the microscope
Menopause can make skin look drier, thinner, and less defined, and this episode focuses on why those changes happen. It walks through the science of estrogen decline, collagen loss, facial structure shifts, and the research behind protein, skincare, hormone therapy, and red light treatments.

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