Signs You’re Eating Too Much Sugar (These BLOCK Results!)

In this episode, we dive deep into a sneaky culprit that could be sabotaging all your hard work: sugar overload. Even if you're steering clear of obvious sweets, hidden sugars might be sneaking into your diet from unsuspecting sources, leaving you feeling drained, struggling with cravings, and frustrated with stubborn weight that just won’t budge. Could sugar be the reason behind your energy roller coaster and those nagging mood swings? We’re uncovering how this sweet stuff can wreak havoc on your body’s energy balance, and what you can do about it. You’ll learn about the science behind sugar addiction and its surprising effects on brain chemistry, cravings, and your body’s ability to burn fat. We’re breaking down how excess sugar leads to insulin resistance, making weight loss feel impossible despite your best efforts. Plus, we’ll explore the troubling link between sugar and mood disorders, acne, aging skin, and even your immune system’s ability to fight off colds and infections. Join me as I share a personal story that really hits home, involving my son and a pound of M&Ms—trust me, it's a lesson every parent needs to hear! Whether you’re dealing with persistent cravings, energy crashes, or just can’t seem to lose that stubborn belly fat, this episode is packed with insights that could change the way you think about sugar. Don’t miss out—tune in to find out how to kick the sugar habit for good and start seeing the results you deserve.  FULL show notes: https://www.jjvirgin.com/sugaroverload Download my FREE Best Rest Sleep Cheat Sheet: https://jjvirgin.com/sleep Sugar Impact Diet: https://reignitewellness.com/products/sugar-impact-diet-paperback-book Study: Effects of free access to sugar solutions on the control of energy intake: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/87559129.2016.1149863 Study: Evidence for sugar addiction: Behavioral and neurochemical effects of intermittent, excessive sugar intake: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2235907/ Study: Today's obesity epidemic may have been caused by childhood sugar intake decades ago: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/09/190923164534.htm Study: Sugar intake from sweet food and beverages, common mental disorder and depression: prospective findings from the Whitehall II study: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-017-05649-7 Study: Association Between Adult Acne and Dietary Behaviors: Findings From the NutriNet-Santé Prospective Cohort Study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32520303/ Study: Sugar-sweetened beverage consumption is associated with abdominal fat partitioning in healthy adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24944282/ Study: Doctors warn that sugar can temporarily weaken your immune system: https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/sugar-can-lower-your-immune-system/  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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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.