Jj Virgin Lifestyle Show

Are you tired of being told that your weight gain is simply a result of a lack of willpower? In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome back my friend and world-renowned kidney specialist, Dr. Jason Fung, to dive deep into the real science of why we feel hungry. We break down why the traditional "eat less, move more" advice is a total lie and how your hormones—not your willpower—are the true drivers of weight gain. You'll walk away with a fresh perspective on how to reclaim control over your appetite and age more powerfully than ever before. What you’ll learn: (05:21) Dr. Fung reveals the biggest lie we’ve been told about why we feel hungry. (06:00) Learn about the three distinct types of hunger and how they drive your eating behaviors. (09:57) Discover why the "calories in, calories out" model is a spectacular failure for long-term health. (12:38) Understand why perimenopause is one of the highest risk periods for weight gain due to hormonal shifts. (16:48) Explore how ultra-processed foods are d