Today on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, Dhru sits down with JJ Virgin to discuss her most impactful tips for losing weight, building muscle, and aging powerfully. In this episode, JJ shares the most common mistakes women in their 40s make when looking to lose weight and why they need to start thinking about weight loss differently. JJ delves into why tracking calories can be a useful tool for knowing just how much you’re eating and the secrets she’s learned in her 20-plus years as a celebrity nutritionist—namely, that diet, resistance exercise, sleep, and managing stress are keys for strong, healthy aging and weight loss.

JJ Virgin is a renowned health and fitness expert, bestselling author, and prominent media personality. With over three decades of experience in the field, she has become a trusted authority in nutrition, weight loss, and wellness. She is the author of four New York Times bestsellers: The Virgin Diet, The Virgin Diet Cookbook, JJ Virgin's Sugar Impact Diet, and JJ Virgin's Sugar Impact Diet Cookbook.

Virgin's practical and evidence-based approach to health has garnered recognition from major media outlets, making her a sought-after guest on shows like Dr. Oz, Rachael Ray, and The Doctors. Virgin actively contributes to the health and wellness community through speaking engagements, online programs, and her podcast, Well Beyond 40. Her expertise extends beyond nutrition and weight loss as she advocates for a holistic approach to health that encompasses mindset, exercise, and emotional well-being.

In this episode, Dhru and JJ dive into:
-The do’s and don’ts of weight loss for women over 40
-The benefits of having lean muscle mass
-Why too much healthy food is unhealthy
-The difference between weight loss and shifting your body composition
-The importance of tracking calories
-How to hit your target protein intake
-Where carbs and fiber fit into weight loss
-Thoughts on Ozempic
-Thoughts on the body positivity movement
-Thoughts on intermittent fasting as a vehicle for weight loss
-Doubling down on the basics: sleep, diet, exercise, and stress
-The worst way to start your morning
-Best and worst practices for lunchtime
-A practical approach to starting strength training
-The role of sleep and stress when not losing weight
-Where to follow JJ’s work

Also mentioned in this episode:
-Well Beyond 40 Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
-The Virgin Diet: https://www.amazon.com/Virgin-Diet-Dr...
-The Virgin Diet Cookbook: https://www.amazon.com/Virgin-Diet-Co...
-JJ Virgin's Sugar Impact Diet: https://www.amazon.com/JJ-Virgins-Sug...
-JJ Virgin's Sugar Impact Diet Cookbook: https://www.amazon.com/Virgins-Sugar-...

For more on JJ Virgin:
-Instagram @jj.virgin
-Facebook @JJVirginOfficial
-Twitter @jjvirgin
-YouTube @jjvirginvideos
-Website: https://jjvirgin.com

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