Well Beyond 40

Chiropractor and movement expert Dr. Emily Kiberd helps women struggling with thyroid issues to lose weight, beat fatigue, and feel strong and confident in their bodies. She's here to explain what you can do to work out smarter, not harder, with a thyroid condition! Listen as Dr. Kiberd shares her own experience with thyroid issues that led her to reprogram her workouts, as well as the most common exercise mistakes that could be holding you back if you have Hashimoto's or another thyroid condition. Dr. Kiberd also explains why it can be harder to maintain muscle mass with low thyroid function, plus she reveals her top recommendations on how to incorporate strength training into your routine so you can build lean muscle. Find out exactly how to exercise with a thyroid condition so you can lose weight and get your energy back!

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Get Dr. Kiberd’s free Thyroid Strong guide by going to jjvirgin.com/thyroidstrong.

Main Points From Today’s Episode

1. After struggling with debilitating symptoms for months, Dr. Kiberd discovered she had a thyroid issue. She began experiencing extreme fatigue after exercising, which led her to reprogram her workouts for herself and for her patients with Hashimoto's.
2. Research shows that low thyroid function can lead to low muscle mass, so it can be harder for women with Hashimoto's to maintain their muscle mass. That’s one of the reasons that Dr. Kiberd recommends strength training for women with thyroid issues.
3. One of the most common exercise mistakes holding women back if they’re struggling with Hashimoto’s is doing too much cardio. Dr. Kiberd shares what women can do to work out smarter, not harder.

Episode Play-By-Play

[1:21] Introduction to today’s episode 

[1:56] Dr. Emily Kiberd’s career briefing 

[2:44] Listener shout-out 

[3:36] Starting your day off with the right breakfast sets the metabolic tone for the day. The perfect and easiest way to do this is with JJ Virgin’s All-In-One Protein Shakes! 

[5:30] How Dr. Kiberd became interested in helping patients with thyroid issues

[7:44] After struggling with debilitating symptoms, Dr. Kiberd discovered her thyroid antibodies were off the charts. 

[8:58] Dr. Kiberd experienced fatigue after working out and realized she needed to reprogram her workouts. 

[10:31] Why typical exercise recommendations for women with Hashimoto’s don’t work

[10:47] Research shows that low thyroid function can lead to low muscle mass, so it's harder for women with Hashimoto's to maintain their muscle mass.

[11:55] The most common exercise mistakes holding women back if they’re struggling with Hashimoto’s 

[14:05] What women can do to work out smarter, not harder 

[14:35] Issues with hypermobility that Dr. Kiberd has seen in her clinic

[16:00] Dr. Kiberd’s strength training recommendations 

[17:00] Busting the myth that strength training will cause women to bulk up 

[18:48] How to determine if you’re using the correct form while exercising

[19:26] Principles of exercise that are taught in Dr. Kiberd’s program, Thyroid Strong 

[22:35] Dr. Kiberd’s top 3 exercise takeaways 

[24:35] Why Dr. Kiberd is a fan of functional movements

[26:04] What’s included in Dr. Kiberd’s free guide: 3 things not to do in your workout if you have Hashimoto’s and what to do instead

[27:14] JJ’s key takeaways from today’s episode

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Dr. Marvin Singh is an integrative gastroenterologist, author, and distinguished speaker. After diving deep into the field of integrative medicine, he lost 40 pounds himself by making diet and lifestyle modifications. Listen as Dr. Singh explains the root causes of common gastrointestinal issues like heartburn and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, as well as the dangers of acid-reducing medications like proton pump inhibitors. Dr. Singh also shares natural remedies for healing your gut and eliminating uncomfortable symptoms, plus he talks about his viewpoint on diet and nutrition, including why it's key to customize your eating plan. Plus, get Dr. Singh’s free 4-Week Gut Reset eBook so you can start getting your gut health back on track today!

Freebies From Today’s Episode

Get a Dr. Marvin Singh’s free 4-Week Gut Reset eBook by going to jjvirgin.com/drmarvin.

Main Points From Today’s Episode

1. Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) can lead to negative health effects, including weakening of the bones and an imbalanced gut microbiome. Dr. Singh shares natural solutions for heartburn, including dietary recommendations and remedies like deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL), ginger, and slippery elm.
2. Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is becoming a modern epidemic. Stress and food choices can down the motility of the gut, which in turn, can contribute to SIBO.
3. Dr. Singh recommends customizing your diet based on your genetic makeup and the composition of your gut microbiome. The only way to know how you should eat and live is to really understand what’s going on inside of your body.

Episode Play-By-Play

[1:10] Introduction to today’s episode

[1:42] Dr. Marvin Singh’s career briefing

[2:48] Listener shout-out 

[3:12] When you make a small change to something you do every day, the impact over time can be huge. That’s why JJ created the All-In-One Protein Shakes!

[4:38] How Dr. Marvin Singh became interested in integrative gastroenterology 

[6:11] Dr. Singh personally started using some of the lifestyle modifications, and he lost 40 pounds in three months. 

[6:38] How others in the medical community react to integrative medicine

[8:25] The impact of the gut microbiome on overall health 

[9:15] Is it possible to heal the body naturally? 

[11:34] The dangers of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)

[14:09] Natural remedies for heartburn: deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL), ginger, and slippery elm 

[15:37] Lifestyle shifts that can help reduce heartburn 

[18:00] Why small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is becoming an epidemic

[18:34] How slower gut motility can contribute to SIBO

[20:59] How to reduce symptoms by making dietary changes 

[21:40] Herbs versus antibiotics for SIBO treatment 

[23:18] Herbs that can help alleviate SIBO 

[25:00] Dr. Singh’s recommendations regarding diet

[27:20] Why it’s important to customize your diet based on your genetic makeup and the composition of your gut microbiome. 

[30:17] The only way to know how you should eat and live is to really understand what’s going on inside of your body.  

[31:24] The difference between a diet and eating style

[32:19] What’s included in Dr. Singh’s free 4-Week Gut Reset eBook 

[33:33] We need to eat and live in a flexible and sustainable way.

[36:15] Top action steps from today’s episode 

[37:18] JJ’s big challenge to you: keeping a food journal

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Sarah Fragoso and Dr. Brooke Kalanick share a passion for helping women live bigger, better lives. Their recently-released book, Hangry, helps women understand the powerful impact that hormones can have on hunger, energy levels, and mood, and how to balance your hormones so you can feel better fast! Listen as Dr. Brooke and Sarah share how the hormone hierarchy can help you figure out which hormones to address first, including why issues with cortisol and thyroid hormones are placed at the top of the priority list, while estrogen and progesterone imbalances are placed further down. Sarah and Dr. Brooke also reveal how to determine which type of exercise is best for your hormones, as well as common hormone disruptors that may be sneaking into your food. Plus they share their thoughts on the keto diet and their top recommendations if you're struggling with histamine intolerance. Find out how to reset your hormones so you never have to be hangry again!

Freebies From Today’s Episode

Get Dr. Brooke and Sarah’s book bonuses when you order Hangry by going to jjvirgin.com/hangry.

Main Points From Today’s Episode

1. The hormone hierarchy, which can be found in Sarah and Dr. Brooke’s book, Hangry, helps women figure out their individual hormonal issues and where to start on the path to recovery. Women can return to the hormone hierarchy during any life changes such as pregnancy, perimenopause, or big life stressors.
2. Cortisol, insulin, and thyroid hormones function as metabolic masters. They can have a ripple effect across your entire hormone landscape, which is why Dr. Brooke and Sarah place them at the top of the priority list.
3. Exercise is powerful medicine, and it can be used to help heal hormones or drive them into further disarray. The quiz in Sarah and Dr. Brooke’s book can help you customize your exercise plan, based on your hormones and individual needs.

Episode Play-By-Play

[1:10 ] What does being hangry mean to you?

[2:02] Why JJ is a big fan of Sarah Fragoso and Dr. Brooke Kalanick’s new book, Hangry: 5 Simple Steps to Balance Your Hormones and Restore Your Joy

[2:30] Sarah’s career briefing

[3:00] Dr. Brooke’s career briefing

[3:47] Listener shout-out

[6:10] It’s scary, but true: sugar is hiding everywhere! Find out which sugars to choose and which to lose in JJ Virgin’s Sugar Impact Diet.

[7:00] Welcoming Sarah and Dr. Brooke to the show

[7:56] How Dr. Brooke and Sarah started working together 

[9:45] From the beginning, Sarah and Dr. Brooke’s philosophies aligned.

[11:10] What’s the first step to take when you’re feeling overwhelmed with all of the health, diet, and fitness information out there? 

[13:10] How Dr. Brooke and Sarah’s hormone hierarchy can help women figure out their individual issues

[13:30] Women can return to the hormone hierarchy during life changes. 

[14:17] What is at the top of the hormone hierarchy? 

[16:11] Sarah and Dr. Brooke’s top recommendations when struggling with cortisol issues

[18:55] Why more isn’t better when it comes to exercise 

[21:11] The quiz in Dr. Brooke and Sarah’s book can help people customize the entire plan based on their needs.

[22:05] Exercise is powerful medicine, and it can be used to help heal hormones or drive them into further disarray.

[23:58] Keto diets: where they have a role and where they don’t 

[26:23] Things sneaking into foods that could be contributing to hormonal issues 

[27:26] How to reduce your exposure to environmental toxins 

[28:28] How to figure out if you have issues with histamine intolerance

[30:25] The link between estrogen and histamine issues

[33:04] Why you need to trust your own body

[34:25] How to get Dr. Brooke and Sarah’s book bonuses when you order Hangry 

[35:53] Action steps from today’s episode 

[38:00] Why journaling can be helpful 

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When it comes to your metabolism, you may be surprised to find out that it’s not about whether it’s fast or slow! In today's podcast episode, JJ reveals why it's more important to focus on supporting your metabolism so that it can function at its very best. Listen as JJ shares the key factors that can damage your metabolism, including stress, the wrong type of exercise, and long-term caloric restriction. JJ also explains how to avoid these dangers so that you can easily burn fat for fuel and have steady, sustained energy throughout the day. Find out the truth about metabolism so that you can look and feel your very best!

Freebies From Today’s Episode

Get JJ’s free Stress Relief Guide by going to jjvirgin.com/metasupport.

Main Points From Today’s Episode

1. Do you really want a fast metabolism, or does that mean that you’re aging faster? In today’s podcast episode, JJ explains why the goal is to have a metabolism that works well and can easily burn fat for fuel.
2. One of the things that can destroy your metabolism is stress. That’s because stress can not only impair the conversion of thyroid hormones, stress can also break down muscle and make your gut more permeable.
3. While short-term caloric restriction can have benefits, long-term caloric restriction can actually slow down your metabolism. That’s why JJ is a fan of caloric variability so that you can become more metabolically flexible.

Episode Play-By-Play

[1:12] Introduction to today’s episode

[3:00] Listener shout-out 

[4:55] Why it’s important to distinguish type 1 diabetes from type 2 diabetes 

[7:05] The true cause of weight gain is not calories, it’s food intolerance! Discover the sneaky 7 foods most likely to create food intolerance in The Virgin Diet.

[8:05] Do you really want a fast metabolism, or does that mean that you’re aging faster?

[8:55] The goal is to have a metabolism that’s working well. 

[9:22] What are the things that can destroy your metabolism? 

[10:06] The effects of stress on your metabolism

[10:12] Stress can impair the conversion of T4 to T3.

[10:36] Other markers of stress 

[11:26] Stress can break down muscle and make your gut more permeable.  

[12:10] Stress, as well as sugar and artificial sweeteners, can disrupt your gut microbiome, making you more insulin resistant. 

[13:16] The impact of prolonged steady-state endurance exercise on your metabolism

[14:32] Why you should opt for resistance training and high-intensity interval training

[16:47] Why JJ is a fan of caloric variability

[18:30] How your body adapts to short-term versus long-term caloric restriction 

[20:00] Incorporating caloric and macronutrient variability into your routine can help you become more metabolically flexible.

[21:26] Tapping can lower your cortisol levels by as much as 27 percent. 

[22:43] Keep changing things up all the time! 

[24:07] Action steps from today’s episode – start with one thing. 

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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 systems. Find out about the incredible health-boosting foods to add to your diet in order to help prevent disease and live a long, vibrant life!  

Freebies From Today’s Episode

Get Dr. William Li’s free Eat to Beat Disease guide by going to jjvirgin.com/eattobeat.

Main Points From Today’s Episode

1. Dr. Li explains the concept of anti-angiogenesis for treating cancer that he discussed in his TED Talk, “Can We Eat to Starve Cancer?” Anti-angiogenesis involves preventing the growth of blood vessels that can feed a tumor.
2. The body has five key defense systems: angiogenesis, regeneration, microbiome, DNA protection, and immunity. There are certain foods that can activate your body’s health defense systems.
3. Lycopene is a natural chemical in tomatoes that can cut off the blood supply to tumors. Cooking tomatoes converts lycopene into a form that is more easily absorbed by your body.

Episode Play-By-Play

[1:16] Introduction to today’s episode 

[1:51] Dr. William Li’s career briefing

[4:03] Listener shout-out

[5:38] Ready to lose fat fast and keep it off forever? Discover the number one resource for fast and lasting fat loss by visiting jjvirgin.com. 

[6:42] How Dr. Li became interested in the concept of food as medicine 

[7:43] The connection between food and health 

[8:57] What is angiogenesis and why does it matter? 

[10:41] Dr. Li has been interested in balancing the body so we have just the right amount of nutrition through our blood vessels. 

[11:38] Dr. Li explains the concept of starving cancer that he discussed in his TED Talk.

[13:15] Anti-angiogenesis as a powerful pillar of cancer therapy 

[14:38] Developing a scientific approach to studying food as medicine 

[15:33] Certain foods can cut off the blood supply of cancers.

[16:18] Foods with powerful anti-cancer effects 

[18:34] What are the body’s health defense systems?

[20:18] Angiogenesis: the body’s first defense system 

[20:34] How the regenerative defense system works

[21:59] The link between certain health issues and imbalances in the gut microbiome 

[22:48] DNA Protection system: our DNA is hardwired to protect us against the environment. 

[23:25] The fifth defense system, the immune system, is more powerful than we ever imagined because it can protect us against cancer, and foods can activate that, too.

[23:44] Is meal timing important? 

[25:17] When it comes to meal timing, Dr. Li shares why you have to adapt to the reality of your life. 

[27:04] Systems in your body that work differently during the day than in the night 

[28:43] Lycopene is a natural chemical in tomatoes that can cut off the blood supply to tumors.

[29:10] Results of a study looking at the effects of tomato consumption on the risk of developing prostate cancer

[31:15] Making sense of some of the long-known wisdom that we’ve had in different cultures for many years 

[32:20] What type of tomato is most powerful for your health? 

[34:18] One of Dr. Li’s missions is to generate practical solutions that can benefit people today. 

[35:55] Instead of focusing on removing foods from our diet, we can think about the health-promoting foods that we can be adding to our diet. 

[38:22] How to get Dr. Li’s Eat to Beat Disease guide 

[40:13] Key takeaways from today’s episode 

Mentioned in this episode:

Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself, by William W. Li, MD

Dr. William Li’s TED Talk “Can We Eat to Starve Cancer?”

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We're looking at diets all wrong! In today's podcast episode, JJ explains why typical calorie-cutting diets set you up to fail, and what you really need to focus on to achieve lasting fat loss. Listen as JJ shares her top tips for dieting success, including how to balance your blood sugar levels and activate your satiety switch, as well as how to safely eliminate toxins from your fat cells. JJ also reveals why snacking may be stalling your progress, plus find out the types of foods you should be adding to your eating plan to help you achieve your health and weight loss goals!

Freebies From Today’s Episode

Get a JJ’s free 3-Day Metabolic Reset Guide by going to jjvirgin.com/succeed.

Main Points From Today’s Episode

1. When it comes to weight loss, your body is a chemistry lab, not a bank account. That’s why you need to focus on balancing your hormones instead of on cutting calories.
2. Toxins are all around us, and if your body can't get rid of them right away, it stores excess toxins in your fat. JJ shares her top recommendations for supporting your body's detoxification pathways.
3. The satiety trifecta includes fiber, healthy fats, and clean, lean protein. Fiber and protein slow down stomach emptying, which suppresses a key hunger hormone, while fat triggers the release of satiety signals in your small intestine to tell your brain that you’re full.

Episode Play-By-Play

[1:08] Introduction to today’s episode

[2:37] Listener shout-out

[4:01] Want a better quality of sleep while also calming your brain? Try JJ Virgin’s Sleep Candy! 

[5:28] The percentage of diets that fail 

[6:00] Why most diets fail 

[7:20] If you eat and live like a healthy, lean person, over time you will become one. 

[8:04] Why you need to focus on hormones, not calories 

[8:43] How to unprocess your diet 

[9:16] Add before you take away! 

[10:17] The importance of detoxification and how to get rid of toxins

[12:00] How toxins in fat cells can trigger insulin resistance

[12:51] How to tell if you’re a sugar burner

[13:22] Tips to balance your blood sugar 

[14:11] How to activate your satiety switch

[16:00] The satiety trifecta: fiber, healthy fats, and protein 

[17:25] Stop snacking!

[18:08] How many meals a day should you eat? 

[19:22] How chronically elevated insulin levels can create problems 

[19:48] JJ’s meal timing tips

[21:44] 5 key takeaways from today’s episode  

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Fast Fitness Online Program

Got 8 Minutes? How to Build a Fat-Burning Burst Training Workout

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Sleep Candy

A Diet & Lifestyle Protocol to Reverse Autoimmunity with Dr. Terry Wahls

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Dr. Z and Mama Z are well known for their tips and trusted advice on natural living for families. You're going to love today's far-ranging conversation from everything about essential oils and how to reduce your toxic burden to healthy eating and how Mama Z just got named Miss Georgia at the age of 41. If you're looking for the link between the quality of your food and skincare and how you look and feel, today's episode will not disappoint! 

Freebies From Today’s Episode

Get the Zielinski’s book bonus bundle when you purchase The Essential Oils Diet by going to jjvirgin.com/eodiet.

Main Points From Today’s Episode

1. Mama Z, a mother of 4, was recently crowned Miss Georgia at the age of 41. Her How to Be A Hottie Protocol is included in the Zielinski’s new book, The Essential Oils Diet.

Episode Play-By-Play

[1:16] Introduction to today’s episode 

[2:35] The Zielinski’s career briefing 

[3:18] Listener shout-out  

[4:48] If you’re over age 35 or under stress, you might not be digesting protein well. Try JJ’s Metabolic Digestive Balance! 

[6:15] Mama Z’s How to Be A Hottie Protocol is in the Zielinski’s new book, The Essential Oils Diet.

[8:10] Why are people asking the wrong questions when it comes to weight loss? What are the right questions? 

[10:15] Contributing factors to the current health crisis

[11:03] Toxic overload puts a burden on your metabolism.

[12:25] The differences between conventional meat and grass-fed animal protein 

[13:30] When it comes to food freedom, what are the right types of foods that we should be eating? 

[15:25] It’s important to focus on organic, non-GMO, whole foods, as well as on getting the right balance of healthy fats, carbs, and protein.

[16:14] Toxic chemicals in conventionally-raised animal feed 

[18:08] Toxins lurking in beauty and skincare products

[18:40] What types of beauty products does Mama Z use?

[20:40] Mama Z makes a lot of her own products using essential oils.  

[21:50] What is leaky skin? 

[23:24] How leaky skin can create chronic inflammation  

[25:07] Top takeaways from The Essential Oils Diet 

[26:44] What’s included in The Essential Oils Diet book bonus bundle

[28:00] All about Dr. and Mama Z’s 60-day group coaching gift

[29:47] Action steps from today’s episode

[30:32] JJ’s favorite non-toxic skincare and laundry products

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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 about the series of interventions in his book Healthy Gut, Healthy You, that can help heal your gut, including a Paleo and low-FODMAP diet, plus he shares his top recommendations for herbs that can help with female hormonal imbalances. Find out how to restore your gut health in a stepwise fashion so you can feel better from head to toe!

Freebies From Today’s Episode

Get Dr. Michael Ruscio’s free quiz to determine the root cause of your symptoms by going to jjvirgin.com/guthormone.

Main Points From Today’s Episode

1. Your gut health can not only affect your hormones, but it can also affect all systems in your body. An unhealthy gut can be the underlying issue behind symptoms like brain fog, depression, fatigue, insomnia, joint pain, and more.
2. Dr. Ruscio’s free quiz helps you figure out whether your symptoms are a result of a gut imbalance, a gut-hormone issue, or a thyroid issue. Gut problems can often be disguised as thyroid issues or female hormone imbalances, so it’s important to discover the root cause of your symptoms.
3. Treating imbalances in the gut can lead to a resolution or improvement in symptoms. Dr. Ruscio’s book, Healthy Gut, Healthy You, provides a series of interventions to help you heal your gut and transform your health.

Episode Play-By-Play

[1:10] Introduction to today’s episode

[2:18] Dr. Michael Ruscio’s career briefing

[3:40] Listener shout-out

[4:50] One of the number one reasons people have food intolerances is due to a leaky gut. Try JJ’s Leaky Gut Support! 

[6:15] How does gut health affect hormones?

[8:02] Why it makes sense to start by healing the gut in the majority of cases 

[9:51] Results from study done on subjects with an ambiguous hypothyroid diagnosis 

[11:40] Treating imbalances in the gut can lead to a resolution of symptoms in many cases.

[12:55] How do you determine if you have gut issues, a thyroid condition, or both? 

[14:10] Stress can decrease your body’s ability to convert T4 into T3. 

[16:58] What an abnormal T3 level can tell you 

[17:12] How do you determine if you have gut issues? 

[17:45] Dr. Ruscio’s book, Healthy Gut, Healthy You, provides a series of interventions to help heal your gut and transform your health.

[19:04] Why you can’t rely solely on gut testing

[21:22] How gut issues can affect female hormones

[23:00] Herbs that can help with female hormonal imbalances 

[24:41] How to start healing your gut with your diet  

[25:53] Why an elimination diet can be helpful

[26:51] What are FODMAPs? 

[27:45] How to tell if you may need to try a low-FODMAP diet

[28:10] Dr. Ruscio’s book contains 3 different versions of a low-FODMAP diet, including one for vegetarians.

[30:40] While making dietary changes, how quickly can someone start to notice an improvement in symptoms?

[33:13] Healing your gut can be a stepwise process. 

[34:36] Dr. Ruscio’s free quiz tells you whether your symptoms are a result of a gut imbalance, a gut-hormone issue, or a thyroid issue.

[35:13] JJ’s top takeaway from today’s episode

[37:28] Focus on improving the quality of the food you’re eating. 

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Dr. Ruscio Radio: Health, Nutrition and Functional Medicine

Healthy Gut, Healthy You, by Dr. Michael Ruscio

JJ Virgin Leaky Gut Support

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The founder of Breast Cancer Conqueror, Dr. Veronique Desaulniers has personally faced two breast cancer journeys. She joins JJ in today's podcast episode to talk about her new breast self-exam training model called My Breast Friend that is changing early breast cancer detection. Listen as Dr. V explains why it's important to perform regular breast self-exams, as well as how My Breast Friend can help you understand the difference between normal breast tissue and any abnormalities that may arise. Dr. V also shares why size matters when it comes to finding a breast cancer lump, as well as the top 7 triggers that can increase breast cancer risk. Find out about the power of touch in early breast cancer detection and how to be proactive about your breast health!

Freebies From Today’s Episode

Get Dr. V’s free eBook, A Guide to a New Era in Early Breast Cancer Detection, by going to jjvirgin.com/mybreastfriend.

Main Points From Today’s Episode

1. Dr. V personally faced two breast cancer journeys. She discovered the first lump in her breast while performing a breast self-exam.
2. Dr. V’s breast self-exam training model is called My Breast Friend. The My Breast Friend Training System helps you understand what normal breast tissue feels like and what a potentially unhealthy lump may feel like.
3. The average-sized lump that is found by someone who is not trained in a proper breast self-exam is the size of a ping pong ball. Once someone is trained in a proper breast self-exam, they can find a lump as small as a pea.

Episode Play-By-Play

[0:55] Introduction to today’s episode 

[2:20] Dr. Veronique Desaulniers’s career briefing 

[3:51] How Dr. V became known as the Breast Cancer Conqueror

[5:42] Years later, Dr. V received a second breast cancer diagnosis.  

[7:29] The importance of early detection

[8:26] Why most women don’t perform breast self-exams on a regular basis 

[10:20] What Dr. V’s training system teaches you 

[12:00] Are breast self-exams really helpful in detecting a lump? 

[14:40] How to use the My Breast Friend Training System  

[15:03] The three main components of a proper breast self-exam 

[17:11] What should you do if you have breast implants? 

[18:10] The average-sized lump that is found by someone who is not trained in a proper breast self-exam

[18:53] Once someone is trained in a proper breast self-exam, they can find a lump as small as a pea. 

[19:16] Survival rates according to the size of the tumor that is found 

[20:00] Preventing cancer recurrence 

[20:48] Breast cancer statistics

[21:25] The 7 triggers that increase the risk of breast cancer 

[22:50] Having optimal Vitamin D levels reduces your breast cancer risk by over 83 percent.

[23:24] The risk of developing cancer 

[24:42] Self-care is crucial. 

[26:27] How to get access to Dr. V’s online program, Your Guide to Preventing Breast Cancer Naturally 

[28:03] Freebies from today’s episode 

[28:35] If you want to lose weight even faster, here’s the two-word secret: Extra Fiber!

[29:48] JJ is committing to using My Breast Friend.

[31:22] Spread the word to your friends.

[32:30] Self-care isn’t selfish!

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When it comes to de-aging, it's not about the expensive lotions and potions you use! In today's podcast episode, JJ shares the simple diet and lifestyle strategies that can go a long way toward turning back the clock. Listen as JJ reveals the reasons for premature aging and what to do about them, including snacking, sugar consumption, stress, and the wrong type of exercise. JJ also explains how to put the brakes on aging by lowering your sugar impact, boosting antioxidants in your diet, and incorporating fasting into your routine. Plus, find out JJ's top exercise and stress-management tips to help hold back Father Time so you can live a long, vibrant life!

Freebies From Today’s Episode

Get a JJ’s free Stress Relief Guide by going to jjvirgin.com/deaging.

Main Points From Today’s Episode

1. Constant snacking keeps your blood sugar elevated, which is very aging. JJ shares how to optimize meal timing to increase longevity.
2. Sugar is extremely aging because of a process called glycation. Glycation occurs when protein and fats combine with sugar in the bloodstream.
3. Stress shortens your telomeres, which are the protective end caps around your DNA. Meditation and tapping are two of JJ’s favorite ways to lower stress.

Episode Play-By-Play

[0:58] Episode briefing 

[2:15] Listener shout-out

[5:15] Starting your day with the right breakfast sets the metabolic tone for the day. Try JJ’s All-In-One Protein Shakes! 

[6:24] You can de-age with some simple diet and lifestyle strategies. 

[6:59] Stop the snacking and switch to intermittent fasting!  

[7:25] Constant snacking keeps your blood sugar elevated, which is very aging. 

[8:09] Start by eating the satiety trifecta: healthy fats, fiber, and protein 

[8:44] JJ’s meal timing strategies 

[9:28] Long-term caloric restriction slows your metabolism. 

[10:30] How to incorporate fasting and intermittent fasting into your routine 

[12:00] Fasting triggers the cellular detoxification process of autophagy. 

[13:15] Hidden sugars are lurking in many everyday foods. 

[13:40] How sugar consumption can cause premature aging

[14:20] Lower your sugar impact with the Sugar Impact Diet! 

[14:38] Why fructose is the most aging sugar of all 

[15:45] The importance of antioxidants in de-aging 

[16:02] Resveratrol can activate your longevity genes. 

[17:18] When it comes to de-aging, it’s key to manage your stress levels. 

[17:48] Stress shortens your telomeres, which are the protective end caps around your DNA. 

[18:00] The negative effects of cortisol on your health 

[19:00] How to lower your stress levels 

[21:00] The right and wrong types of exercise for reducing stress

[22:53] How to put together a high-intensity interval training session 

[24:38] Action steps from today’s episode

[25:55] Start with one thing! 

[27:07] The top 5 steps to reverse aging

Mentioned in this episode:

JJ Virgin All-In-One Protein Shakes

Eating By the Clock with JJ Virgin

JJ Virgin’s Sugar Impact Diet

Dry Farm Wines

Ziva Meditation

Free tapping eBook

Top 6 Ways to Naturally Reduce Stress

Xiser

Fast Fitness Online Program

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