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“An interdisciplinary approach to medicine is probably the way the future is going to go. There will be dieticians and a whole host of different people involved in helping someone to heal.” —Jonathan Carp For too long, we've been told that health comes in a medicine bottle or a doctor's office, but what if the real power lies in the food we choose every day? If you've ever felt frustrated by quick fixes that don't last or wondered how to make healthy changes that actually stick, you're not alone—and this episode is for you. Dr. Jonathan Carp is a board-certified dermatologist and the founder of Miracle Noodle, a company born from his passion for using nutrition and lifestyle to transform health. With years of experience helping patients and building a wellness brand, he's on a mission to make healthy eating accessible, enjoyable, and truly life-changing. Tune in as Justine and Dr. Carp break down the myths about comfort food, reveal how small changes can lead to big results, and share real stories of healing, grit, and the surprising joy of eating well. Meet Jonathan: A Dermatologist since 2000, Dr. Jonathan Carp started Miracle Noodle in 2006. In 2004, he had a patient who healed herself from lupus through nutritional and lifestyle modification. Since then, he has treated hundreds of patients through lifestyle modification, especially nutritional changes, with a special interest in auto-immune diseases. This has turned into a nutritional obsession that led to his learning about the health benefits of the konjac plant. While he still practices medicine, a significant amount of time is now also devoted to Miracle Noodle and exploring and testing healthy, healing food options based on traditional cultural diets. Dr. Carp firmly believes that all that ails us in the world today could be solved by going back a few generations and making sure that the nutritional wisdom of our ancestors is remembered and combined with the latest science. While Miracle Noodle keeps him busy, it has allowed him the resources to investigate and learn about the nutritional wisdom of the world and how to get products and knowledge out to the world through his patients and his companies. Website Instagram Facebook X Connect with NextGen Purpose: Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube Episode Highlights: 02:15 Miracle Noodle: From Japan to Your Plate 06:02 Food as Medicine: Why What We Eat Matters 11:29 The Fast Track to Retail: How Press and TV Changed the Game 16:26 Real Stories, Real Impact 21:17 On the Job MBA: Learning Business the Hard (and Fun) Way 26:44 From Miracle Noodle to Miracle Living 30:16 The Importance of Community and Consumer Engagement
Can you really indulge and feel amazing afterward? According to Dr. Jonathan Carp—founder of Miracle Noodle and a trailblazer in health-driven entrepreneurship—the answer is a delicious yes. In this eye-opening episode, Lisa G. sits down with Dr. Carp to unpack what it truly means to win big with your health, your habits, and yes... even your pasta. From crafting a personal mission statement that fuels real behavior change to revealing the hidden connections between gut health, skin conditions, and peak performance, this episode is packed with actionable insights for high-achievers.
Holy shirataki! This week, we're joined by Dr. Jonathan Carp of Miracle Noodles to talk about their entire product line, the nutritional benefit of shirataki noodles, and so much more. This is all thanks to emails and requests from viewers just like you, who've been asking to learn more about some of our food offerings that hit dietary restrictions for those of you who are looking for low-carb, keto, and sugar-free lifestyles. As always, send me an email at Podcast@JungleJims.com if you've got any requests, thoughts, feelings, or just want to send an email to someone you don't know really well yet.
Chef Lynnette welcomes Dr. Jonathan Carp, dermatologist, lifestyle physician and founder of Miracle Noodle. We talk dermatology tips, the power of sprouts, his top ways of restoring metabolic flexibility and of course a few recipes. Learn more about Dr. Carp and Miracle Noodle at www.miraclenoodle.com
In 2006, Jonathan Carp, MD was visiting a friend in Japan when she took him to a Buddhist-run vegetarian restaurant on the outskirts of the beautiful city of Kyoto. He was introduced to konnyaku in different shapes and in noodles called shirataki. After discovering the health benefits of this amazing plant-based food and the positive health implications for his patients, he started Miracle Noodle with his family. As Miracle Noodle received positive accolades from the likes of Dr. Oz, Rachael Ray, Rocco Dispirito and being featured in magazines like Cosmo, Men Health, and First for Women and TV shows like The View, ABC News, Hollywood Tonight - the company expanded and so did the product offerings. We now offer a line of products consistent with the health goals of our customers, making healthy eating easy and delicious. All of our products are non-gmo, vegan, and grain free with an ever expanding option of organic options as well.
Google helps set the record straight! I have been mispronouncing the word giblets for decades. What if I told you the way that our bodies are designed that you Can unlock the technology that works in tip top shape . Dr Jonathan Carp shares his insights on this subject.
Google helps set the record straight! I have been mispronouncing the word giblets for decades. What if I told you the way that our bodies are designed that you Can unlock the technology that works in tip top shape . Dr Jonathan Carp shares his insights on this subject.
Happy New Year to you all and welcome to the show! Before we dive into Getting Off Grains with CEO and Founder of Miracle Noodle, Dr. Jonathan Carp, I have some exciting news! The Fitlandia Whole-Life Reset Retreat is now accepting reservations! Only 15 spots. VIP options available. Get in now and let's give you an escape and the reset you need to start (and finish) your transformation. Now onto the show! Highlights 6:07 I'm a doctor, a medical doctor specializing in dermatology and I have always had an interest in nutrition. my passion is people who have autoimmune diseases of the skin. So we're talking psoriasis and Lupus especially. And my interest is in how to help them from a lifestyle and nutritional perspective. 7:08 I was on a trip to Japan and friend of mine took me to a restaurant, a Buddhist Vegan restaurant outside of the city of Kyoto and I was served this bowl of noodles and they told me that it had virtually no calories and no carbohydrates and I just immediately thought, my goodness, you know, I couldn't believe it at first. 10:44 So what's amazing about that is that you're getting mostly water when you when you eat the noodles. It's 97 percent water but you're getting a really potent soluble fiber that also acts as a prebiotic fiber. It's ground into a flour and then mixed with water. 17:41 I'll start just by saying that people have intolerances to all kinds of different foods and we could spend hours going on why that may be, but I think everyone owes it to themselves even if they don't have an autoimmune disease to go on some sort of elimination diet because a lot of times people are in a situation where they, they feel fine, you know, but they don't know that they're missing out on another level of feeling good. They just have accepted that this is sort of, I feel good. They sleep decently, everything about their lives in terms of how they feel about their own health seems fine, but often times when you get someone with just some minor complaints about something and you put them on an elimination diet, you know, no wheat, no grains, no sugar, no dairy, especially the dairy component, they start to feel so much better. 22:29 So pressure cooking gets rid of the lectins as well as the lectins that are found in nightshade plants. So nightshades are tomatoes, potatoes, peppers, so if you pressure cook them, it gets rid of this chemical that can irritate your gut and that can lead to some autoimmune types of things that, that can happen. 28:34 It's one of the most empowering things I've ever seen because they realize that they become their own authority in their own health, which is really what we are. We're born to be our own authorities in health. Yes, doctors are important and health advice is important, but those are just experts that people should be consulting. When it comes to making those decisions for yourself, you, you're responsible for those decisions. 32:26 These perceptions that we have about challenges or obstacles are really these beautiful opportunities to just show up as the authority on our health. I absolutely love that quote. How empowering is that?
Jonathan Carp is an Iraq War veteran, an antiwar activist, a historian, a philosopher, an engineer, a father, a husband, a Catholic, a radical and a conservative, and an intellectual who makes me smarter every time I talk to him.
I’ve always thought of him as a renegade genius. After serving as a U.S. Army combat medic in Baghdad, Jonathan Carp studied ancient history and political philosophy while working as a nurse and raising a family in Tacoma, Washington. Several years ago I asked him to write the stories of the people he knew who … Continue reading Episode 4: Jonathan Carp →
While living in Japan years ago, I fell in love with shirataki noodles, a Japanese staple that offers a healthy, filling alternative to traditional pasta. Well, Dr. Jonathan Carp had the same experience, except he decided to start a business so he could share this amazing food with the rest of the world! Today we talk to the author of "Putting Out the Fire: Living an Anti-Inflammatory Life" about his company, Miracle Noodle, and the benefits of this tasty, high-fiber food. We'll also discuss the role shirataki noodles can play in a healing, anti-inflammatory diet, including a dessert recipe idea that's genius!
Dr. Jonathan Carp Founded MiracleNoodle after visiting a friend in Japan. The miracle noodles have zero calories and zero net carbs. The company has sold millions of packs of noodles worldwide and have been featured on Dr. Oz, Rachael Ray and all over the news and media. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn: Pre-show banter (this is interesting stuff!) [0:01] What Jonathan’s business does at trade shows. [0:08] What’s in the pipeline for Jonathan and Miracle Noodle. [0:31] Some products Miracle Noodle creates. [1:03] The hardest products to source and produce. [1:45] Keeping quality high for all products. [2:41] This highlight of his last trip to Japan. [3:37] Protecting your ideas in the industry. Outline of the interview [4:42] Jeremy’s welcome and introduction to this episode with guest Dr. Jonathan Carp. [5:20] Who is Dr. Jonathan Carp? Here’s Jeremy’s introduction… [5:49] How is it possible to create noodles with zero calories and zero net carbs. [6:15] The target market for MiracleNoodle. [7:06] What really works with boosting sales for MiracleNoodle? [7:56] A fun split test they did for MiracleNoodle. [9:35] Analyzing incoming traffic and adjusting targeting accordingly. [10:27] Understanding analytics and how to focus your time where it will make the biggest impact. [11:02] The challenge of segmentation and how to tackle it. [11:53] The MiracleNoodle newsletter and how to create focused, effective content. [14:01] The value of offering educational content in the newsletter. [15:33] The role of retail distribution in MiracleNoodle’s success. [16:54] Networking at tradeshows and how it helps you figure out what works. [20:42] How did Jonathan know MiracleNoodle was ready for retail? [21:20] The biggest challenges Jonathan faced as the business grew. [23:35] Working with family in the business. [25:18] The goals when they attend a tradeshow. [26:42] How to attract attention and gain clients at a tradeshow. [31:49] Mistakes Jonathan wished he had avoided. [33:30] The why behind starting MiracleNoodle and the other businesses Jonathan created in the past. [36:39] The advice Jonathan has received from friends in marketing. [37:56] What did Jonathan want to be when he was young? [41:44] The start of the journey for MiracleNoodle. [46:52] Managing his time when starting the business and still running a busy practice. [48:05] The decision to stop working full time in his medical practice. [48:45] The process of sourcing his own product as the company grew. [49:47] The very first MiracleNoodle product and the evolution of the company from there. [50:17] The milestones of MiracleNoodle. [52:06] Preparing for huge milestones, like being mentioned on Dr. Oz. [55:20] How to set up a call center to support customer service needs. [56:20] Tips for managing virtual staff. [57:54] Finding the right fulfillment company for your needs. [58:45] Other important milestones for the company. [59:28] The evolution of MiracleNoodle products. [1:00:29] The process of launching products. [1:02:15] Other big challenges to look out for. [1:04:22] Tools and technology they use to streamline systems and communication. [1:06:57] Why they decided to switch to Shopify for their shopping cart. [1:07:55] Tips on converting a customer into a subscription customer. [1:09:48] The lowest point in the business for Jonathan and the proudest moment in the business. In this episode… Some people were born to bring ideas to life. Dr. Jonathan Carp is such a person. He’s been creating products for much of his life, so it only seems natural that he has created a product that has taken the world by storm. As a physician, Jonathan is passionate about including nutrition as a treatment to autoimmune diseases. So, when he discovered Shirataki noodles, an idea was born. By marrying basic marketing principles with a passion for offering natural, high quality, healthy foods, Jonathan has created a revolutionary product that has reached millions worldwide. Today’s conversation centers around Jonathan’s ability to understand the market and allow the products to evolve accordingly. He shares the value of analyzing the audience in order to effectively capture the target market and grow the business. The Miracle Noodle line of products is all about healthy, delicious foods that can be enjoyed by anyone - including those with special dietary needs. The company mission is all about traditional ingredients paired with educational content. The value of this comes from an understanding of the Miracle Noodle audience and customer base. Jonathan shares why you must devote time to understanding your audience and segmenting in order to deliver relevant content. From retail distribution to fulfillment, Miracle Noodle faced its share of challenges along the way. The important thing in the journey, according to Jonathan, is to always focus on continuous improvements in all areas. It’s this focus on quality in all areas that created the opportunity for such high accolades from Dr. Oz, Rachael Ray, and many others. This interview with Dr. Jonathan Carp is filled with insight into challenges, key learnings, and major milestones a small business faces as it grows. From the start of the journey through the incredible success Miracle Noodle enjoys today, Jonathan maintains perspective and an understanding of what matters most - happy customers. Resources Mentioned on this episode www.MiracleNoodle.com www.Slack.com www.Tilt.com www.CallFire.com www.OneBox.com www.FollowUp.cc www.Shopify.com AdEspresso www.DrCarp.com
Dr. Jonathan Carp Founded MiracleNoodle after visiting a friend in Japan. The miracle noodles have zero calories and zero net carbs. The company has sold millions of packs of noodles worldwide and have been featured on Dr. Oz, Rachael Ray and all over the news and media. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn: Pre-show banter [0:01] What Jonathan’s business does at trade shows. [0:08] What’s in the pipeline for Jonathan and Miracle Noodle. [0:31] Some products Miracle Noodle creates. [1:03] The hardest products to source and produce. [1:45] Keeping quality high for all products. [2:41] This highlight of his last trip to Japan. [3:37] Protecting your ideas in the industry. Outline of the interview [4:42] Jeremy’s introduction of Dr. Jonathan Carp, founder of Miracle Noodle. [4:42] Jeremy’s welcome and introduction to this episode with guest Dr. Jonathan Carp. [5:20] Who is Dr. Jonathan Carp? Here’s Jeremy’s introduction… [6:00] The lowest point in the business for Jonathan and the proudest moment in the business. [6:57] How to handle obstacles like fulfillment. [7:59] The importance of being upfront with customers when dealing with obstacles. [8:34] The proudest moment for Jonathan. In this episode… There are many ups and downs when you start any business. For Dr. Jonathan Carp, dealing with the obstacles he faced with the evolution of Miracle Noodle wasn’t always easy, but he knew it would be worth it. The big question: what was the proudest moment and the lowest point for him with growing the Miracle Noodle business? For Jonathan, the lowest point came early and it came in the form of fulfillment issues. He explains just how difficult it was to face the reality that he had a month’s worth of orders he wouldn’t be able to fulfill due to supplier issues. Jonathan shares the value of being upfront and honest with customers when dealing with issues like this. The proudest moments for Miracle Noodle come from the many unsolicited emails and compliments they’ve received. Jonathan shares the impact these emails have had and how they’ve commemorated these important milestones for Miracle Noodle. Resources Mentioned on this episode www.MiracleNoodle.com www.DrCarp.com
Join Tanya Memme, host of the long running T.V. show, Sell This House Extreme and her Guest Co-Host, Dylan Dawson for tonight's episode. They will chat about today's most compelling topics of home, health, family and fun.*Tonight's special guest will be Jonathan Carp, who is the creator of Miracle Noodle.*Twitter: @Tanya_Memme &Facebook: www.facebook.com/tanyamemmeWebsite: www.TanyaMemme.com # # #
Join Tanya Memme, host of the long running T.V. show, Sell This House Extreme and her Guest Co-Host, Dylan Dawson for tonight's episode. They will chat about today's most compelling topics of home, health, family and fun.*Tonight's special guest will be Jonathan Carp, who is the creator of Miracle Noodle.*Twitter: @Tanya_Memme &Facebook: www.facebook.com/tanyamemmeWebsite: www.TanyaMemme.com # # #