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Beyond Aging: How Peptides Transform Health with Nathalie Niddam
"I discovered peptides when I stumbled into a conference lecture and heard about compounds that could help rejuvenate aging bodies and repair tissues. I was completely gobsmacked - and that moment changed everything I knew about regenerative medicine." - Nathalie Niddam Join me for a groundbreaking conversation with holistic nutritionist and longevity educator Nathalie Niddam about the science of peptides and bioregulators - powerful compounds that work with your body's natural healing systems. After years of studying these remarkable molecules, Nathalie reveals how specific peptides can help optimize everything from thyroid function to immune health. We explore the most effective options for women over 40, diving deep into protocols that support healthy aging, metabolic health, and cellular regeneration. Whether you're dealing with hormonal changes, struggling with recovery, or simply want to age powerfully, this episode unlocks vital information about safely incorporating peptides into your wellness toolkit. What you'll learn: The critical distinction between rejuvenating bioregulators and other therapeutic peptides How to identify which peptides will best support your specific health goals The latest research on peptides for longevity, metabolism and hormone balance Why timing and cycling matter when using peptides for optimal results Real transformation stories from Nathalie's clinical experience How to navigate both oral and injectable peptide options safely The synergistic effects of combining peptides with lifestyle modifications 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 50,000+ followers who make this podcast thrive. Full show notes: https://www.jjvirgin.com/nathalie Longevity: with Nathalie Niddam podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/longevity-with-nathalie-niddam/id1534355704 Nathalie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathalieniddam/ Nathalie on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmholC48MqRC50UffIZOMOQ Nathalie’s website: https://www.natniddam.com/ Heathgevity: https://healthgev.com/?rfsn=8415455.f345b65 Shop Oura Rings: https://ouraring.com/ Dr. Joe Dispenza meditations: https://drjoedispenza.com/?rfsn=6914154.37386a&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6914154.37386a Vital Choice wild-caught seafood: https://vitalchoice.sjv.io/daKYGy Kooru Cold Plunge: https://www.koorucoldplunges.com/ and use code JJVIP500 for $500 off. Download my FREE Best Rest Sleep Cheat Sheet: https://jjvirgin.com/sleep Episode Sponsors: Try Timeline: https://www.timelinenutrition.com/shop?rfsn=7082975.4b75243 Use code JJ10 for 10% off all products Go to qualialife.com/VIRGINWELLNESS to try Qualia risk free for up to 100 days and code VIRGINWELLNESS for an additional 15% off Get Nathalie’s Oral Peptides and Bioregulators Guide Join Nathalie’s Biohacking Superhuman Performance Community and receive her Peptide Crash Courses when you sign up for an annual membership
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29 Foods I Eat EVERY WEEK As a Nutrition Expert
In this revealing episode, I open up my kitchen and share my personal nutrition strategies that keep me energized, lean, and strong at any age. From my morning ritual of protein-packed breakfasts to my strategic approach to incorporating fermented foods, I break down exactly how I maintain optimal health through simple, sustainable food choices. I'm particularly excited to share my practical solutions for busy women who want to prioritize their health without spending hours in the kitchen, including my secret weapon for getting organ meat benefits without the taste (hello, Pluck seasoning!). Plus, I reveal my honest struggles with certain healthy foods and share my favorite guilt-free indulgences that prove eating well doesn't mean deprivation. What you'll learn: The strategic protein rotation system I use to maintain muscle mass and energy My practical approach to getting adequate vegetable variety without complexity Smart shortcuts for incorporating fermented foods and prebiotic fiber Time-saving meal prep strategies that make healthy eating sustainable The truth about my relationship with starchy carbs and how I optimize them Clever travel hacks for maintaining nutrition away from home Real-world solutions for incorporating "superfoods" without the fuss 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 50,000+ followers who make this podcast thrive. Full show notes: https://www.jjvirgin.com/29foods 7-Day Eat Protein First Challenge: http://jjvirgin.com/proteinfirst Reignite Wellness™ Amino Power Powder: https://reignitewellness.com/products/amino-power-powder Shop Oura Rings: https://ouraring.com/ Butcherbox grass-fed & grass-finished beef: https://butcherbox.pxf.io/jWYQqZ Reignite Wellness™ Collagen Peptides Powder: https://reignitewellness.com/products/all-systems-glow-collagen Living Ratio chocolate: https://livingratio.com/?sca_ref=2747593.vgty26M7uP&utm_source=2747593&utm_medium=jj-virgin&utm_campaign=4533 Vital Choice wild-caught seafood: https://vitalchoice.sjv.io/daKYGy Reignite Wellness™ Magnesium Body Calm: https://reignitewellness.com/products/magnesium-body-calm Reignite Wellness™ Plant-Based & Paleo-Inspired All-In-One Shakes: https://reignitewellness.com/collections/shakes Get 60 FREE delicious, protein-packed shake recipes in my Eat Protein First Smoothie Guide: https://jjvirgin.com/smoothie The Virgin Diet Cookbook: https://reignitewellness.com/products/the-virgin-diet-cookbook The Virgin Diet: https://reignitewellness.com/products/the-virgin-diet-paperback Dry Farm Wines: dryfarmwines.com/jjvirgin Try SHEatine: https://reignitewellness.com/collections/all/products/sheatine-capsules Episode Sponsors: Try Timeline: https://www.timelinenutrition.com/shop?rfsn=7082975.4b75243 Use code JJ10 for 10% off all products Go to qualialife.com/VIRGINWELLNESS to try Qualia risk free for up to 100 days and code VIRGINWELLNESS for an additional 15% off
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Ditch Your Reading Glasses: Natural Vision Solutions with Claudia Muehlenweg
"When I did these practices, my vision would clear up immediately." - Claudia Muehlenweg In this eye-opening episode, I am joined by Claudia Muehlenweg, founder of the Naturally Clear Vision Institute, who shares her remarkable journey of ditching glasses twice in her life through natural methods. As someone who has helped thousands improve their vision naturally, Claudia reveals why 80% of people over 45 need reading glasses – and more importantly, what we can do about it. Claudia challenges the common belief that deteriorating vision is an inevitable part of aging, explaining how stress, artificial lighting, and even our relationship with sunglasses can impact our eyesight. From practical workspace setup tips to understanding the connection between vision and overall wellness, Claudia offers hope and actionable strategies for anyone looking to reduce their dependence on glasses. What you'll learn: Why stress and tension directly affect your vision clarity and what you can do about it The surprising truth about sunglasses and why wearing them too often can worsen your night vision How to set up your workspace to protect your eyes while using digital devices The role of natural light in maintaining healthy vision as you age Simple daily practices that can help improve your vision in as little as 5 days Why progressive lenses might be causing more harm than good The connection between posture, breathing, and clear vision 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 50,000+ followers who make this podcast thrive. Full show notes: https://www.jjvirgin.com/claudia Naturally Clear Vision website: https://naturallyclearvision.com Claudia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holisticvisioncoach/ Clear Vision Wednesday show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HolisticVisionCoach Download my free Resistance Training Cheat Sheet: https://jjvirgin.com/resistance Download my FREE Best Rest Sleep Cheat Sheet: https://jjvirgin.com/sleep Episode Sponsors: Try Timeline: https://www.timelinenutrition.com/shop?rfsn=7082975.4b75243 Use code JJ10 for 10% off all products Go to qualialife.com/VIRGINWELLNESS to try Qualia risk free for up to 100 days and code VIRGINWELLNESS for an additional 15% off Get Claudia’s FREE Guide: 10 Habits for Healthy & Happy Eyes Get Claudia’s FREE Guide: 10 Computer Eye Strain Hacks Join Claudia’s training: See Better in Just 5 Days!
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Do These 4 Things to Lose Weight After 50
In this groundbreaking episode, I'm tackling one of the most frustrating challenges women face during perimenopause and menopause: metabolic changes that seem to happen overnight. Drawing from cutting-edge research and decades of experience, I reveal why that stubborn belly fat appears and - more importantly - the science-backed strategy to reverse it. I'm sharing my four-pillar approach that helps women reclaim their metabolism, build crucial muscle mass, and finally see results. This isn't just another weight loss plan - it's a complete roadmap for understanding and optimizing your midlife metabolism. What you'll learn: The real reason your metabolism changes during menopause (hint: it's not just about estrogen) Why traditional calorie restriction often backfires and what to do instead The critical role of protein timing and how much you actually need A game-changing approach to exercise that specifically targets belly fat How sleep quality directly impacts your ability to lose weight The truth about hormone replacement therapy and metabolism Simple daily habits that can boost your metabolic rate 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 50,000+ followers who make this podcast thrive. Full show notes: https://www.jjvirgin.com/4thingsforweightloss Dr. Bill Campbell interview: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/getting-lean-for-life-with-dr-bill-campbell-part-1/id911502027?i=1000645266940 7-Day Eat Protein First Challenge: http://jjvirgin.com/proteinfirst Use my Eat Protein First Calculator: http://jjvirgin.com/proteinfirst Download Inner Wellness, Outer Beauty: Your Anti-Aging Cheat Sheet: http://jjvirgin.com/antiaging Shop Apple Watches: https://amzn.to/43dn8QV Shop Oura Rings: https://ouraring.com/ Oxiline bioimpedance scale: https://oxiline.shop/product/scale-x-pro/?ref=mza2ntv Dr. Joe Dispenza meditations: https://drjoedispenza.com/?rfsn=6914154.37386a&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6914154.37386a Reignite Wellness™ Protein First Enzymes: https://reignitewellness.com/products/protein-first-enzymes Epsom Salt: https://amzn.to/3IxgmMm Join my Exercise Snack Challenge: jjvirgin.com/snackchallenge Vital Choice wild-caught seafood: https://vitalchoice.sjv.io/daKYGy Food Scale: https://amzn.to/3IBttvS Download my free Resistance Training Cheat Sheet: https://jjvirgin.com/resistance Sunlighten Sauna: https://get.sunlighten.com/JJVirgin use promo code JJVIRGIN when requesting pricing information for $600 off. Download my FREE Best Rest Sleep Cheat Sheet: https://jjvirgin.com/sleep Dry Farm Wines: dryfarmwines.com/jjvirgin Try SHEatine: https://reignitewellness.com/collections/all/products/sheatine-capsules Episode Sponsors: Try Timeline: https://www.timelinenutrition.com/shop?rfsn=7082975.4b75243 Use code JJ10 for 10% off all products Go to qualialife.com/VIRGINWELLNESS to try Qualia risk free for up to 100 days and code VIRGINWELLNESS for an additional 15% off
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Brain Fog After 40? Fix Your Blood-Brain Barrier with Neurologist Dr. Titus Chiu and JJ Virgin
"After my car accident, I discovered that trauma wasn't the only cause of leaky brain - chronic stress, poor sleep, and inflammation can all compromise our brain's protective barrier. The good news? Just like leaky gut, leaky brain can be healed." - Dr. Titus Chiu In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with functional neurologist Dr. Titus Chiu to explore the fascinating concept of "leaky brain" and its profound impact on cognitive health, especially for women in midlife. Dr. Chiu's personal journey from a devastating accident to becoming a leading expert in brain health offers hope and practical solutions for anyone experiencing brain fog, memory issues, or cognitive decline. His groundbreaking research reveals how the blood-brain barrier functions like a nightclub bouncer, carefully controlling what enters our most precious organ - and what happens when that security system breaks down. Whether you're navigating perimenopause, recovering from a concussion, or simply wanting to maintain sharp cognitive function, this episode delivers actionable strategies to protect and enhance your brain health. What you'll learn: The surprising connection between leaky gut and leaky brain, and why women in perimenopause may be particularly vulnerable How to recognize the warning signs of a compromised blood-brain barrier, from brain fog to unexplained cognitive fluctuations The 5 essential pillars of brain health, including specific foods that nourish your neurons Why social connections and regular movement (especially dancing!) are crucial for preventing cognitive decline Game-changing supplements that support brain health, including the unexpected benefits of creatine! Simple breathing techniques to instantly calm the nervous system and protect your brain The critical importance of morning sunlight for resetting your brain's daily rhythm Full show notes: https://www.jjvirgin.com/brainsavequiz Learn more about Dr. Titus Chiu: https://www.brainsave.com/ Get Dr. Titus' Leaky Brain Fix book: https://a.co/d/feX2HRw Get Dr. Titus' BrainSAVE book: https://a.co/d/2aDK6n1 Flavorchef bone broth: https://affiliates.theflavorchef.com/121.html Vital Choice wild-caught seafood: https://vitalchoice.sjv.io/daKYGy Reignite Wellness™ Plant-Based & Paleo-Inspired All-In-One Shakes: https://reignitewellness.com/collections/shakes Download my FREE Best Rest Sleep Cheat Sheet: https://jjvirgin.com/sleep Sleep Mask: https://amzn.to/3vkiMuB The Virgin Diet: https://reignitewellness.com/products/the-virgin-diet-paperback Try Timeline: https://www.timelinenutrition.com/shop?rfsn=7082975.4b75243 Use code JJ10 for 10% off all products Try SHEatine: https://reignitewellness.com/collections/all/products/sheatine-capsules Episode Sponsors: Try Timeline: https://www.timelinenutrition.com/shop?rfsn=7082975.4b75243 Use code JJ10 for 10% off all products Go to qualialife.com/VIRGINWELLNESS to try Qualia risk free for up to 100 days and code VIRGINWELLNESS for an additional 15% off Take Dr. Chiu’s FREE Leaky Brain Quiz
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.
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