The Jillian Michaels Show

Layne Norton, Ph.D. is a scientist, pro natural bodybuilder, raw elite powerlifter, and physique coach, among other things. He received his BS in Biochemistry, and his PhD in Nutritional Sciences. Layne and Jill haven’t always seen eye to eye, which makes this show incredibly fun and different. They dig in on all the research regarding optimal protein intake, the differences between plant protein and animal protein, the best fitness strategies to build muscle and bone density, the mTOR/autophagy debate, and so much more!Guest Links:Instagram: www.instagram.com/biolayne/Facebook: www.facebook.com/LayneNorton/Twitter: twitter.com/biolayneTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@biolayneYouTube: www.youtube.com/biolayneWorkout Builder: Workout Builder | BiolayneResearch Explained in Practical Summaries (REPS): REPS: Research Explained in Practical Summaries | BiolayneCarbon: www.joincarbon.com Outwork Nutrition: Layne Norton’s Workout Supplements | Outwork Nutritio

Dr. Julia DiGangi, Ph.D., Harvard fellow, neuropsychologist and author of the new book, Energy Rising, joins Jillian to discuss the relationship between trauma, stress, and resilience in the brain. So many of us get in our own way and then wonder why we don’t have all the things we want out of life. Dr. DiGangi shows us how we are unconsciously creating negative feedback loops in our lives and how to change that behavior permanently. Learn to manage anxiety, harness the power of your emotions, stop over compensating, and unlock the power of your authentic, organic self. It’s time to use the science of brain chemistry and neuropsychology to rewire our minds and make our thoughts, behaviors, and actions manifest the destiny we truly want. Guest Links:The book: Energy Rising (releases Sept 26, 2023) SOCIAL:IG: @drjuliadigiangiLinkedIn & Facebook:  Dr. Julia DiGangiFor 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podc

This week, Jillian’s personal expert Orla Stewart Becker joins the show to share the top cosmetic procedures to reverse the appearance of aging. From reducing the look of wrinkles, tightening the skin, removing sun damage, correcting pigmentation issues, to building collagen, no stone is left unturned. First, Orla walks us through all the different laser treatment options and what is best for which condition. We go over things like CO2, Fraxel, Pixel, Intense Pulsed Light (IPL), micro needling, radio frequency treatments, Morpheus, threading, and more. Orla explains which peels are best for removing melasma and when a PRP or “Vampire Facelift” should be considered. She goes over when and where to use fillers like Juviderm, Restylane, Sculptra (and others), as well as what kind is best for what area. And last, we cover at-home care with products like glycolic acid, retinol, Retin A, vitaminC, snail mucin, bleaching agents, caffeine, and what to do for under-eye circles!  Guest Links:Social: @rox

Dr. Arthur Agatston is back this week and we are talking solutions to prevent or reverse heart disease. We look at habits like stress management, sleep, hygiene…find out which are best for heart health and which are worse. He covers supplements like omega 3 fatty acids, red yeast rice, CoQ10, creatine, and antioxidants  – what are the best ones to take and what is a waste of money. Which medications and treatments (like stem cell therapy, PCSK9 inhibitors, aspirin, statins…) are best for each individual and when we do we absolutely need them? And he even covers types of exercise that are dangerous to heart health, and types that are the most ideal - this one will blow your mind!Guest Links:Website: www.Agatstoncenter.comThe latest book: The New Keto-Friendly South Beach Diet: Rev Your Metabolism and Improve Your Health with the Latest Science of Weight LossFor 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdealFollow us on Instagram @JillianMichae

In the first of two episodes with world renowned cardiologist Dr. Arthur Agatston, we break down everything you need to know about heart disease - the top killer of all American’s, over cognitive disease, cancer, diabetes, etc. In this weeks show, Dr. Agatston clears up all the misinformation about cholesterol and explains what types of cholesterol are bad, down to the particular size of your LDL (low density lipid particles). He explains which genetic predispositions cause heart disease, from an inability to clear LDL from the body to being a “hyper absorber of LDL,” and what to do about it. He tells us which foods to avoid and, believe it or not, cholesterol in food isn’t the problem! He goes over what to ask your doctor for, from finding out your calcium score and getting a heart scan, to fasting glucose and insulin tests. He explains the difference between soft plaque and hard plaque and how to tell the health of your arteries. He even breaks down the top contributors to heart dis

Dr. JoAnn Manson is an endocrinologist, epidemiologist, and professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School, and Brigham and Women's Hospital. In this epsisode, Dr. Manson outlines the specific pros and cons of hormone replacement after menopause, as well as when exactly to start HRT if you choose to pursue it. Find out who is a good candidate for it and who isn’t; what types of hormone replacement medications and applications are best – from bioidentical and synthetic, to pills, gels, creams, patches, etc. She explains the difference between FDA approved medications versus the dangers of custom compounded hormones. Plus, she breaks down the potential health benefits of vitamins and supplements (like folic acid, multi-vitamins, omega 3s, D, B-12, calcium) from pregnancy to menopause! Guest Links:Dr. Manson’s book: Hot Flashes, Hormones, and Your Health: Breakthrough Findings to Help You Sail Through MenopauseThe North American Menopause Society: www.menopause.

Dr. Peter Attia, founder of Early Medical and best selling author of Outlive, joins Jillian this week. He covers the benefits and potential downsides of testosterone replacement (TRT), as well as the best exercises for living your longest, fullest life – including your VO2 max, Zone 2 and strength training. Find out how to know if you are genetically predisposed to Alzheimer’s and dementia and what to do about it. Plus, Dr. Attia expands on his concerns with Ozempic and highlights a newer, safer weight loss drug that’s coming to market soon. Guest Links:IG, YT, TW, and FB are all: @peterattiamdOutlive Book: https://peterattiamd.com/outlive/ The Drive Podcast: https://peterattiamd.com/podcast/ Website: https://www.earlymedical.com/For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdealFollow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindyJillian Michaels Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/188046619

Metabolic disease specialist Dr. Casey Means joins Jillian this week. Learn what the "spectrum of health" is, where you fall on it, and how to take charge when the healthcare system fails you. She explains metabolic disease, from type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer's to infertility and vision loss, and how to reverse it without drugs. Plus, how to manage the things that most affect cellular health: diet, sleep, stress, microbiome, toxins, light, temperature, circadian rhythms, and the most beneficial type of exercise.Guest Links:Instagram:  @levels and @drcaseyskitchenSpecial offer for listeners: levels.link/KEEPINGITREALWebsite: https://www.levelshealth.comFor 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdealFollow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindyJillian Michaels Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880466198675549Email your questions to JillianPodcast@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy an

First up, Jillian explores the practice of prescribing drugs for off label use -- a different purpose than what the drug is FDA approved for. Why is it done? What are the risks and benefits? And some things you need to know before you engage in off label drug use. Then, Jillian resumes her role as a world renowned fitness expert and certified nutritionist to dig in to what it means to be over trained. What are the consequences and how can you fix them? Plus, listener questions on everything from the safety of Stevia and how to use a BMR calculator accurately, to top tips to heal sore muscles.For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdealFollow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindyJillian Michaels Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880466198675549Email your questions to JillianPodcast@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Anna Lembke, world renowned addiction specialist, psychiatrist, and author of the NYT bestseller Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence, joins Jillian this week to talk about overcoming any addiction, from social media to food, alcohol, pills and more. She explains exactly when a habit becomes an addiction as well as the reasons we get addicted, and how to safeguard against it. Find out how the power of a "dopamine detox” improves dopamine sensitivity and help us improve mood and fight anxiety.Guest Links:Dopamine Nation is available on Audible, and everywhere books are sold.For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdealFollow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindyJillian Michaels Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880466198675549Email your questions to JillianPodcast@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-m

Dr. Jason Fung -- Canadian nephrologist, functional medicine advocate, and author of multiple books, including The Cancer Code, The PCOS Plan, The Diabetes Code, and his latest project, The Diabetes Code Journal -- joins Jillian to share top strategies for weight loss, cancer prevention, and the reversal of PCOS and Type 2 diabetes. Plus, all your fasting questions answered: What can you eat without breaking a fast? How long should you fast? How often should you fast? How does fasting differ based on your wellness goals? How do you prevent muscle loss with fasting? And so much more!Guest Links:Twitter: @drjasonfungWebsite: https://www.thefastingmethod.comBooks: https://www.doctorjasonfung.com/booksFor 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdealFollow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindyJillian Michaels Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880466198675549Email your questions to JillianPodcast@gmail.c

Can chronic disease be prevented with data clouds, AI, genome testing and more? Can we add 50 years to our lives? Doctors Leroy Hood and Nathan Price outline what medicine will look like in the next 5 years - including the bright future of treatments for Alzheimer’s, cancer, and heart disease.Guest Links:https://www.amazon.com/Age-Scientific-Wellness-Personalized-Predictive/dp/0674245946https://isbscience.org/ - this is their joint organizationhttps://www.thorne.com/ - Nathan’s companyhttps://phenomehealth.org/ - Lee’s companyhttps://twitter.com/ISBNathanPricehttps://twitter.com/ISBLeeHoodFor 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdealFollow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindyJillian Michaels Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880466198675549Email your questions to JillianPodcast@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Low Level Laser Therapy, micro needling, caffeine shampoos, hair supplements like Nutrafol, Minoxidil, Finasteride…Jillian is sharing her personal hair care regimen to prevent hair loss and reverse gray, as well as breaking down some of the recent research on how to re-grow hair with the help of supplements and medications. Everything you need to know so you can have the healthiest, most beautiful head of hair possible. Plus, listener questions on quitting diet soda, resistance training, psyllium husks, fitness apps and more!For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdealFollow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindyJillian Michaels Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880466198675549Email your questions to JillianPodcast@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Psychoanalyst Dr. Jo Ann McKarus, PsyD, joins Jillian this week to help us understand the power of therapy and how to get the most out of it. First, she outlines how to identify if you are a candidate for therapy and if so, how to find the right therapist for your needs. She explains what the “unconscious” is, how it’s created from past traumas, and how it begets negative patterns in our lives. She goes on to explain how defense mechanisms, projection, and internalizations impact our self worth and relationships. We discuss potential origins for eating disorders and binge eating, along with possible ways your therapist can help you heal and turn these issues around. And last, listener questions on the phrases and diagnoses popping up all over social media, like what is a narcissism, borderline personality disorder, sociopathy, and more.Mentioned in this episode:One source to find a therapist, including Dr. McKarus: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapistsFor 25% off The

Dr. Amy Shah, double board-certified medical doctor and wellness expert with a specialty in immunology and allergy medicine, joins Jillian this week! She explains everything allergies: what exactly is an allergy and how to tell if you or your child has one? What are the different types of allergies, from environmental to food? Why do they develop? Why are more and more people   getting allergies? And most importantly, Dr Shah gives a complete review on treatment methods, from the dangers of Benadryl to other OTC medications that can actually help manage symptoms safely. Plus, the most cutting edge immunotherapies! Guest Links:Website: https://amymdwellness.comInstagram: @fastingmdTwitter & Facebook: @amyshahmdBooks:·       I’m So Effing Hungry: Why We Crave – and What to Do About It·       I’m So Effing Tired: A Proven Plan to Beat Burnout, Boost Your Energy, and Reclaim Y

Dr. Robynne Chutkan -- gastroenterologist at Georgetown University Hospital, founder of the Digestive Center for Women and author of the bestselling books Gutbliss; The Microbiome Solution; The Bloat Cure, and The Anti-Viral Gut -- is back to talk about constipation.Find out what poop actually is (and it’s likely not what you think) and the effects of constipation on the body like fatigue, bloating, heartburn, impaired detoxification, and more. Dr. Chutkan breaks down the different types of constipation and what causes them, from “anismus", shy bowel, pelvic floor disorders and hormones, to supplements and medications. Then, the things you need to know about different laxatives, stool softeners, salt water cleanses, enemas, and colonics, and how to fix our bowels to ensure regular, healthy poops every day to help us be healthier and feel better!Guest Links:The new course: Getting Regular: https://gutbliss.kartra.com/page/gettingregularHer latest book,The Anti-

The majority of Americans are deficient in magnesium. However, not all magnesium supplements are the same. In this week's show, Jillian runs down the different forms of magnesium and what they do so you can select the ideal one for your needs. Then, we take a dive into the connection between oral health and heart health, with extensive tips on the ultimate oral hygiene routine that can help bulletproof not just your teeth and gums, but also your arteries! Plus, listener questions on utilizing the vagus nerve for improved stress management, and so much more!For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdealFollow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindyJillian Michaels Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880466198675549Email your questions to JillianPodcast@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tony Shields, CEO and co-founder of FreshCap Mushrooms and the host of the FreshCap YouTube Channel, joins Jillian this week to talk about the power of functional mushrooms on everything from immunity to neurogenesis, serenity to energy, gut health to a source of anti-oxidants. We explore reishi’s ability to help manage stress and boost mood; turkey tail’s benefit to the microbiome and the up-regulation of our immune system against diseases like cancer; the Stamets mushroom stack (lions mane, kibensis, and niacin) for preventing dementia and overall cognitive function; the power of cordyceps to power our workouts; chaga’s ability to support healthy cholesterol levels and lower LDL. Tony explains which types of mushroom supplements are best, from the fruiting body to mycelium, and the proper mushrooms extraction process so we buy the best quality product for the greatest  effects. Plus, Tony answers listener questions on the best mushroom stacks, 

Dr. Gladys McGarey, "the mother of holistic medicine,” joins Jillian this week to share her secrets for living to 100 with vitality, mental and physical health, and purpose! She tells us her incredible life story from her early, post World War I beginnings on medical safaris in India with her parents, to lessons she learned from Ghandi himself. Not to mention being one of only 50 women in America to attend medical school during World War II, her exploration and integration of alternative medicine (herbs, acupuncture, parapsychology), and so much more throughout the decades of the 20th century! And arguably most important, she teaches us her 6 principles for living well, including the necessity of why and how to incorporate love, laughter, labor, and listening into life for the most enriching journey on earth!Guest Links:The book: The Well-Lived Life, A 102-Year-Old Doctor’s Six Secrets to Health and Happiness at Every AgeWebsite: https://gladysmcgarey.com/For 25% off The Fitness App b

Dr. Amy Shah is on this week to share the keys for resetting our circadian rhythm and explain how doing so can improve every aspect of our health. Circadian rhythms direct the function of every cell in our body, thereby impacting ideal hormone balance, healthy weight, excellent sleep, a strong immune system and so much more! Get to know the 6 pillars of resetting your circadian rhythms to find the ideal times to eat, train, and sleep!Guest Links:Website: https://amymdwellness.comInstagram: @fastingmdTwitter & Facebook: @amyshahmdBooks:·       I'm So Effing Hungry: Why We Crave – and What to Do About It·       I’m So Effing Tired: A Proven Plan to Beat Burnout, Boost Your Energy, and Reclaim Your LifeFor 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdealFollow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindyJillian Michaels Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1