Well Beyond 40

What if you could get the benefits of Wegovy & Ozempic without the cost or side effects? It’s possible, and I’m telling you how. 

The truth is, semaglutide and tirzepatide mimic existing processes in your body, which means that with the right strategies, you can achieve similar results naturally.

In this episode, I’m explaining how these drugs work, the role of inflammation and gut health, and the two levers you can activate now that can lead to weight loss. 

If you want a natural alternative to weight-loss drugs, or you’re on them and want to improve your results, the tools I’m giving you in this episode will make a world of difference. 

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Did you know an eye exam could provide clues to your overall health? As you’ll learn in this fascinating conversation with double board-certified neuro-ophthalmologist and functional medicine practitioner Dr. Rani Banik, the true value of a proper eye exam will blow your mind. 

In this episode, we cover when you need to have an eye exam, what type of exam you should be getting, how changing hormones affect your vision, and how your eye exam could alert your doctor to diabetes, autoimmune diseases, and more. 

If you want to safeguard your vision—and your health—for the rest of your life, listen now… and then schedule an eye exam.

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Study: Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews: Blue‐light filtering spectacle lenses for visual performance, sleep, and macular health in adults: https://www.cochranelibrary.com/cdsr/doi/10.1002/14651858.CD013244.pub2/full Study: International Journal of Oncology: Lutein inhibits proliferation, invasion, and migration of hypoxic breast cancer cells via downregulation of HES1: https://www.spandidos-publications.com/10.3892/ijo.2018.4332

Study: Journal of Medicinal Food: Dietary lutein modulates growth and survival genes in prostate cancer cells: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25162762/

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If you’ve been on the fence about taking creatine, you can’t miss this episode. 

I’m busting a few myths and breaking down the research that shows why creatine is the most important supplement you're probably not taking. Yes, it’s critical for body composition and strength, but there are so many other benefits you may not even know about—the last one might really surprise you. You’ll learn why women over 40 should add creatine to their routine, how it can help you as you head into menopause, and how to get started. Let’s dive in!

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Study: Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition: International Society of Sports Nutrition position stand: safety and efficacy of creatine supplementation in exercise, sport, and medicine: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1186/s12970-017-0173-z

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Study: Journal of the American College of Nutrition: Creatine Supplementation and Exercise Performance: An Update: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/07315724.1998.10718751

Study: The American Journal of Psychiatry: A Randomized, Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trial of Oral Creatine Monohydrate Augmentation for Enhanced Response to a Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor in Women With Major Depressive Disorder: https://ajp.psychiatryonline.org/doi/full/10.1176/appi.ajp.2012.12010009

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There’s a silent health crisis affecting millions of people—and you may be one of them. Chances are, you don’t even know it. 

What’s this stealth threat? Poor metabolic health. And in this episode, I’m joined by nurse practitioner and intermittent fasting expert Cynthia Thurlow to get clear on what’s causing this epidemic and what we can do to turn it around. 

You’ll learn why women are more likely to struggle, the two most pressing changes to make, when fasting might not be right for you, and how you can be proactive about reducing your risk of long-term disease. 

Even if you’re metabolically well, someone in your life likely isn’t—and this episode could be the beginning of a journey to better health. 

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Study: Metabolic Syndrome and Related Disorders: Prevalence of Optimal Metabolic Health in American Adults: National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2009–2016: https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/full/10.1089/met.2018.0105

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Study: Cell Metabolism: A Smartphone App Reveals Erratic Diurnal Eating Patterns in Humans that Can Be Modulated for Health Benefits: https://www.cell.com/cell-metabolism/pdf/S1550-4131(15)00462-3.pdf

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Are you planning to start a diet? Don’t—at least, not until you listen to this episode. 

I’m sharing the four things you absolutely must do before starting a diet in order to succeed. You’re going to learn the real numbers you need to know to track improvement, the major thing you may be getting wrong about weight loss, and how to prevent dieting from wrecking your metabolic health. 

Plus, you’ll learn about a critical strategy that will prepare your body for an overlooked effect of fat loss.

If a diet is in your future, you don’t want to miss this episode!

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Do you struggle with intimacy problems like disinterest, pain, or lack of pleasure? 

You’re not alone. In fact, 43% of women have a sexual health concern. And in this episode, I’m bringing you hope. 

Join me and Dr. Lyndsey Harper, an OB-GYN and sexual medicine specialist, for an eye-opening discussion about sexual wellness over 40—the misconceptions, common experiences, and what doctors could do better. Then, we’ll share concrete ways you can begin to erase shame, reawaken your desire, and feel fully empowered in your body and pleasure. 

If you’re a woman over 40, I’m not kidding when I say this episode could change your life. 

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If you want arms that can handle heavy lifting and look amazing in a sleeveless dress, it’s time to ditch the long routines with too many exercises. 

The truth is, you need just three moves to get strong, sexy arms. (But only do them if you want to improve your back, core, and glutes, too.) In this episode, I’m telling you exactly what to do and how to do it right, as well as offering variations and modifications for injuries.  On top of that, you’ll learn how to feed your muscle growth, how to recover better, and the surprising way you’re actually building muscle.

Go ahead and listen to it now, then watch the video on my YouTube channel to see the moves in action. Feel free to watch and remind yourself of the proper form during your workout, too. 

If you want the strongest, sexiest arms of your life, start with this episode!

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All women aren’t the same, so why is our menopause treatment? When you understand your menopause type, it doesn’t have to be. 

Join me for this unmissable conversation with internal medicine doctor Heather Hirsch about her groundbreaking approach to personalizing menopause care. She explains the six menopause types, hormonal and non-hormonal therapies, mission-critical lifestyle changes to make during menopause, the role of social support, and more. 

Plus, you’ll learn about the telling symptoms you might be overlooking. 

If you’re approaching or experiencing menopause, you do not want to miss this!

FULL show notes: jjvirgin.com/menopausetype

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Study: Scientific Reports: Oral micronized progesterone for perimenopausal night sweats and hot flushes a Phase III Canada-wide randomized placebo-controlled 4-month trial: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-023-35826-w 

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26:30 - Study: Maturitas: Effect of Menopausal Hormone Therapy on Arterial Wall Echomorphology: Results from the Early versus Late Intervention Trial with Estradiol (ELITE): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9232990/

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Does the man in your life need an easy-to-follow roadmap for dropping fat and building muscle? 

In this episode, my husband, Tim, and I are sharing the strategies he used to lose almost half of his body fat and get strong in just six months. We’re revealing exactly what he changed on his plate, in the gym, and in his daily habits, so your guy can start his own transformation. Plus, you’ll learn which lab result was the key to unlocking more energy and better athletic performance. 

You're gonna want to share this with your husband, your partner, and your best guy friend. They’ll be so glad you did!

FULL show notes: jjvirgin.com/rippedhusband

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Once you hit perimenopause, it can feel like everything goes haywire. Weight gain, brain fog, and erratic cycles can make it hard to feel like you’ve got a handle on your health. 

Luckily, Dr. Stephanie Estima, a women's health educator, is here to give you hope. 

First, we are going deep into what happens to your body and metabolism in this transition, why you shouldn’t ignore insulin resistance, and how the unique pressures of this stage of life can affect your lab work—and then we’re revealing how to navigate successfully. 

If you feel like you’re caught in chaos, this episode will show you how you can regain control and step into the best time of your life. 

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