Well Beyond 40

"Is taking vitamin supplements necessary for a strong immunity even at the age of 20?" asks Ruth from the Super Immune Secrets Masterclass. In this episode, JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist, answers. Listen in to find out if it’s actually necessary to take immune system supplements at a young age … and why you might want to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"What can I do for arthritis?" asks lilang2 from Instagram and JJ Virgin, host of the Ask The Health Expert Podcast, answers. Listen in to find out how you can help your arthritis calm down and possible ways to keep it from flaring up in the first place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"What kind of non-perishable food can we stock up for the immune system?" asks Marya Franscisca from the Super Immune Secrets Masterclass. JJ Virgin, Holistic Nutritionist and host of the Ask The Health Expert podcast, answers this timely question. Listen in to find out what kinds of non-perishables you can and should stock up on for optimum immune system health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"How do I use the Leaky Gut Powder?" asks Kristin Vaughan Robinson from Facebook. JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist, discusses the best ways to use her Leaky Gut Powder and how it could help you in your health journey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"What should I do to keep my skin looking good?" asks Katie Moore from YouTube. In this takeover episode, JJ Virgin brings in Rachel Varga, Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist, to discuss this question. Listen in to find out what Rachel suggests to keep your skin looking great. Get more of Rachel Vargas’s best advice at https://rachelvarga.ca/free-resources Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"What’s the "canola oil” equivalent ingredient in skincare products that’s a red flag for you?" asks Katie Moore from YouTube. In this episode's takeover, JJ Virgin invites Rachel Varga, Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist, to discuss which ingredients to look for and avoid when vetting skincare products. Listen in to find out what ingredients in skincare products you should certainly stay away from. Any guesses? Get more of Rachel Vargas’s best advice at https://rachelvarga.ca/free-resources Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"How much does genetics play into skin aging?" Katie Moore asks this question and JJ Virgin brings in Rachel Varga, Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist, to discuss. Listen in to find out if genetics actually impact how our skin ages. What do you think the answer is? Get more of Rachel Vargas’s best advice at https://rachelvarga.ca/free-resources Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"What is the #1 facial rejuvenation treatment everyone should invest in?" asks Ashley McKay by email. In this episode's takeover, JJ Virgin brings in Rachel Varga, Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist. She discusses what is the number one facial treatment that everyone needs to invest in. Do you know what it is? Get more of Rachel Vargas’s best advice at https://rachelvarga.ca/free-resources Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"What type of nutrition or supplements will keep your skin looking great on the outside?" asks Katie Moore from YouTube. In this episode’s takeover, JJ Virgin brings in Rachel Varga, a Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist, to help answer this question. Listen in to find out some of the best ways to make your skin look great, and actually stay that way. Get more of Rachel Vargas’s best advice at https://rachelvarga.ca/free-resources Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Is it ok to not eat 3 meals per day?" Christina Cornett from Facebook asks this question and JJ Virgin, host of the Ask the Health Expert Podcast answers. Listen in and discover if we actually need to eat three meals a day, or if we should be doing something different. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"How can I incorporate more protein into my diet?" Ainsley Bustos from Facebook asks JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist, for some ways to make it easier to get more of this nutrient into your daily intake. Listen in and find out some simple ways to get more protein into your diet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"What are sugar alcohols and why are they being used?" This question was asked by Presta Graber on Facebook but is also asked by many. Listen in as JJ Virgin, author of The Sugar Impact Diet, explains what sugar alcohols are, why they are so popular, and the effect they might have on you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Why am I hungry three hours after eating?" Linda Adams from Facebook asks and JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist, has the answer. Listen in and find out why you can get so hungry just three hours after eating - and more importantly, what to do about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"There are so many detoxes. Which ones do you recommend?" inquires nikcottone from Instagram. JJ Virgin, nutritionist and bestselling author of the Sugar Impact Diet, answers this question and also delves into the concept of understanding what you want to get from a detox program. If you’ve been considering a detox or have been looking for clear information about what the right detox can do for you, you won't want to miss this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"How do I get back to sleep quickly?" Sean Hovas emailed JJ Virgin for direction on this common problem and she asked Chiropractor & Sleep Expert, Dr. Peter Martone, for his response. Listen to this episode for his remarkable answer. Join Dr. Martone’s Free 30-day Sleep Quest Program and become a part of the only online community that is dedicated to getting a better night’s sleep, at https://necknest.com/reignite Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"How do I get rid of my back pain?" Neil Patterson emailed this question to JJ Virgin, but it is a question many of us have asked as well. JJ asks Chiropractor & Sleep Expert, Dr. Peter Martone, for his answer. Join Dr. Martone’s Free 30-day Sleep Quest Program and become a part of the only online community that is dedicated to getting a better night’s sleep, at https://necknest.com/reignite Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"How do I stop my tossing and turning and get a more restful night’s sleep?" Clair sent in this very popular sleep question by email and JJ Virgin asked Chiropractor & Sleep Expert, Dr. Peter Martone, for his answer. Join Dr. Martone’s Free 30-day Sleep Quest Program and become a part of the only online community that is dedicated to getting a better night’s sleep, at https://necknest.com/reignite Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"What is the best position for me to sleep In?" Donna from Facebook asks the question and JJ Virgin gets Chiropractor & Sleep Expert, Dr. Peter Martone, to answer it. You might be surprised by his answer. Join Dr. Martone’s Free 30-day Sleep Quest Program and become a part of the only online community that is dedicated to getting a better night’s sleep, at https://necknest.com/reignite Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"What is the best way to get to sleep and wake up well-rested?" Tina Jacobs from Facebook asks this question and our host, JJ Virgin, enlists Chiropractor & Sleep Expert, Dr. Peter Martone, to give an answer that’s simple and actionable. Join Dr. Martone’s Free 30-day Sleep Quest Program and become a part of the only online community that is dedicated to getting a better night’s sleep, at https://necknest.com/reignite Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"What type of magnesium do you recommend?" asks Diana from the Super Immune Secrets Masterclass. JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist, gives specifics on what you should look for to get the most from your magnesium supplements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"How can I tell if a food Is causing a reaction or if I'm actually sick?" Knowing the difference between suffering from food intolerance issues and being sick is vital. Joanne from Facebook asked Fitness Hall of Famer, JJ Virgin, for specifics. The answer is simpler than you might expect. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Is Non-Fat Greek Yogurt a no-no?" Tlcumbee417 from Instagram asks the question many of us trying to make smart eating decisions have asked before. JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist gives simple details on how to make the right decision when it comes to yogurt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Are there diet changes that can help with tendonitis?" Lisa Gregory Erdman from Instagram posed this question to JJ Virgin, host of the Ask The Health Expert Podcast. JJ’s answer is the simple expert direction that you’ve come to expect. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Do you have a simplified meal plan for those of us who don't like to cook or prepare meals?" Annemarie Adamowicz asks the question from our Super Immune Secrets Masterclass and triple-board certified nutrition expert and Fitness Hall of Famer JJ Virgin answers it. These few minutes should make things easier (and tastier) for anyone who listens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"What are some simple steps I can take to start my journey to better nutrition and mental health?" This question was asked by Tanya K from In Goop Health - and it’s one many of us have asked before. JJ Virgin gets the answer from Dr. Uma Naidoo, author of This Is Your Brain On Food. For information about Dr. Naidoo, including how to order her book, visit https://book.umanaidoomd.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"How can I improve my anxiety with food?" Tanya K asked this question from In Goop Health. JJ Virgin gets the answer from Dr. Uma Naidoo, author of This Is Your Brain On Food. For information about Dr. Naidoo, including how to order her book, visit https://book.umanaidoomd.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Are there foods to help me feel less depressed?" Serena G from the International Society for Nutritional Psychiatry Research asks a question that’s surely on the mind of many. JJ Virgin gets Dr. Uma Naidoo, author of This Is Your Brain On Food to answer. For information about Dr. Naidoo, including how to order her book, visit https://book.umanaidoomd.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"What are the best foods to eat to beat stress?" Sherry M from the Harvard Institute of Lifestyle Medicine Conference asks, and JJ Virgin gets Dr. Uma Naidoo, author of This Is Your Brain On Food, to answer this timely question. For information about Dr. Naidoo, including how to order her book, visit https://book.umanaidoomd.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"How does food impact my mood?" Tanya K from Goop Health asks this question, perfect for Dr. Uma Naidoo, author of This Is Your Brain On Food. JJ Virgin gets the answer from Dr. Naidoo in this episode of “Ask The Health Expert”. For information about Dr. Naidoo, including how to order her book, visit https://book.umanaidoomd.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Is cod liver oil good or bad?" Mary Beth from JJ Virgin’s Super Immune Secrets Masterclass wants the scoop on this popular (but not always tasty) health supplement. Knowing the facts is the fastest path to getting healthy and JJ has the facts on this. Listen for the details - and the answer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Is liquid fish oil more beneficial than pills?" Sheilap from Instagram wants to know the best options for taking this supplement and JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist, has the answer. When you take fish oil, you certainly want to do it in a way that will give you the best benefits. Listen in to hear what the expert has to say. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Everyone says bars are processed. How are yours better than others?" Star Balt from Facebook asks the question everyone should be asking whenever they’re considering the best foods to eat. JJ Virgin, nutritionist and bestselling author of the Sugar Impact Diet, gives the details on why her bars are different and the difference they can make in your nutrition journey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"What are your thoughts on taking colloidal silver for immunity?" Irma Gonzalez from JJ’s Super Immune Secrets Masterclass asks our host for more information on this hot topic. Listen to this episode to hear the simple facts, and what to do about them. The answer may surprise you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"I'm a Type 2 Diabetic. Any suggestions for healthy snacks?" Karen from the Super Immune Secrets Masterclass asks this question that’s on the mind of many. Nutrition expert and fitness hall-of-famer, JJ Virgin, has the answer and it’s both powerful and tasty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Why is everyone wearing those weird-looking red glasses?" RS321 from Instagram has noticed the trend of men and women wearing red-tinted glasses. Are they healthy? Are they ‘blue blockers’? Dave Asprey from TrueDark.com gives the inside scoop and you’ll want to listen. For more information about Dave’s book, Superhuman, go to https://amzn.to/3iGTbB5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"What are the benefits of MCT Oil?" CassieX on Instagram has heard the buzz about Medium-Chain Triglyceride (MCT) Oil and asks Dave Asprey, a big fan of MCT Oil, for specifics. Dave explains why this Bulletproof Coffee ingredient is so key. Don’t worry, it’s not all boring science. For more information about Dave’s book, Superhuman, go to https://amzn.to/3iGTbB5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"What Is Bulletproof Coffee?" Jake from Facebook has heard the buzz about Bulletproof Coffee (BPC) and wants more details. JJ asks Dave Asprey, the inventor of this tasty drink, for the scoop. It’s a tasty episode of Ask the Health Expert that you don’t want to miss. For more information about Dave’s book, Superhuman, go to https://amzn.to/3iGTbB5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Do I have to give up my coffee?" Carol from Facebook asks a question that many of us have asked and Dave Asprey, the inventor of Bulletproof Coffee, has the answer you might be looking for. For more information about Dave’s book, Superhuman, go to https://amzn.to/3iGTbB5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"What Is Biohacking?" SusanPT from Instagram has heard of the term - as have many of us have - and Dave Asprey, the author of Superhuman, gives his definition in this episode. Listen in and decide if you might want to be a biohacker yourself. For more information about Dave’s book, Superhuman, go to https://amzn.to/3iGTbB5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"When should I be taking my supplements?" Colita from Facebook asks JJ Virgin, Holistic Nutritionist, the question we all should ask. JJ offers a simple response that will help you get the best results. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“What's the best way to get extra calcium?” Donna from Facebook asks JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist, this very question and on today’s episode of Ask the Health Expert, JJ offers practical advice on getting more of this important nutrient. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"How do I know if I'm taking too many supplements?" Janice Palumbo from Facebook asks the question that many who take supplements have asked at some point in their health journey. JJ Virgin, certified nutrition specialist gives the simple answer we’ve all been looking for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"What is your suggestion for someone who absolutely hates drinking water?" Annemarie emailed JJ Virgin, triple-board certified nutrition expert and Fitness Hall of Famer for help on what to do with this common hydration problem. Listen for multiple solutions for those who absolutely hate water. There are lots of options for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"How do we go about testing for Vitamin D?" DW emailed JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist, this question - and it’s one we all can benefit from. JJ takes the time to give you practical advice you can immediately put to good use. Take a listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"How important is acid alkaline balance?" SuzieQ2 from Instagram poses this question and JJ has enlisted Dr. Anna Cabeca to answer. Learn the answer quickly in this episode of Ask the Health Expert. Grab Dr. Anna’s Keto-Green Recipe E-Book at http://book.ketogreendiet.com/keto-recipe-pdf-optin?utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=AsktheHealthExpert&utm_campaign=KGBookLaunch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Can eating fish cause heart disease?" Weeb 1.2 on Instagram asks the question to Dr. Steven Masley, author of The Mediterranean Method. It’s a tasty answer. You can get Dr. Masley’s Mediterranean kitchen guide at https://drmasley.com/kitchen-guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Is olive oil bad for you?" In this episode, Weeb 1.2 on Instagram asks this of Dr. Steven Masley, author of The Mediterranean Method. Finally, the answer you’ve been looking for! Dr. Masley’s Mediterranean kitchen guide can be found at https://drmasley.com/kitchen-guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Does eating eggs raise your cholesterol?" There is a lot of conflicting information out there. In this episode, Weeb 1.2 on Instagram asks this question to Dr. Steven Masley, author of The Mediterranean Method. The answer is clear and should be a relief to many. Grab Dr. Masley’s Mediterranean kitchen guide at https://drmasley.com/kitchen-guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"My husband has some food intolerances. What can he eat and what can I serve the family?" asks Bettina from Facebook. It’s so important to accurately diagnose hidden food sensitivities before you eliminate foods from your diet, answers JJ Virgin, author of the Virgin Diet. Listen in to learn which test you should use and what you can do to heal your gut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"What’s the best way to lose body fat?" asks Yvette Cansino from Facebook. There are so many things you can do, answers JJ Virgin, author of the Virgin Diet. It’s really a question of finding the best way to lose body fat for you. Listen in to learn the steps you can take to turn your body into a fat-burning machine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices