Age Better with Barbara Hannah Grufferman

Have an idea for an episode that will answer your questions about how to age better? Send me an email at agebetterpodcast@gmail.com or reach out to me on social media.  Today's episode comes straight from a listener who is navigating the complex world of midlife relationships and wanted some guidance.  I identified five common relationship hurdles that frequently surface during this stage of life....

In this episode of Age Better, host Barbara Hannah Grufferman chats with Natalie Kormos, a young poet, who discusses her beautiful book 'Fibres of a Memory' which combines her lyrical words with art created by a woman who had Alzheimer's.   Natalie explains that the book is for everyone and aims to provide comfort and solace to those affected by Alzheimer's, including caregivers and loved ones. Sh...

Join host Barbara Hannah Grufferman in this week’s uplifting episode of AGE BETTER as she welcomes an extraordinary guest, Tyrone Fulgham. Dive into Tyrone’s profound journey of unwavering resilience and boundless determination following a life-altering accident. Tyrone’s narrative is not just a story of recovery; it’s a beacon of hope, showcasing the limitless potential of the human spirit.  Key...

 Welcome to a landmark celebration on the Age Better Podcast - our 100th episode!  In this special edition, we explore a topic of immense significance: the evolution of menopause and midlife women's health. Host Barbara Hannah Grufferman is joined by two renowned experts in the field, Dr. Margaret Nachtigall and her mother, Dr. Lila Nachtigall. Together, they offer a comprehensive look into the wo...

Hello and welcome back to another episode of 'Age Better’ where each week we take a deep dive into all the ways we can feel better, look better, live better, and age better. I'm your host, Barbara Hannah Grufferman. A few weeks ago, I read a terrific article written by Richard Eisenberg, who is my guest on the show today. In it, he talked a bit about the different paths people tend to take when th...

In this week’s episode of Age Better podcast, host Barbara Hannah Grufferman talks with Claire Gill, CEO of the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation and founder of the National Menopause Foundation.   They discuss recent advancements in women's health research and the resources available for women going through menopause and entering midlife. Claire also shares key insights into the Women's Mid...

Take a deep dive into the heart of midlife cardiovascular wellness with this important episode of "Age Better," where host Barbara Hannah Grufferman talks with Dr. Melissa Tracy, a top-tier cardiologist from the RUSH University Medical Center. Dr. Tracy is also the Medical Director of the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program at RUSH.   Dr. Tracy gives a masterclass on statins - those powerhouse medicati...

In this week’s episode, Dr. Karen Koffler, a visionary in integrative health the University of Miami, shares her expertise on how we can all age better with a few simple steps.   Learn more about integrative health as Dr. Koffler contrasts it with conventional medical practices, offering a fresh perspective on aging. She recounts a pivotal career moment that steered her towards this innovative app...

In this episode, Age Better host Barbara Hannah Grufferman talks with Dr. Jasmeet P. Hayes, an associate professor of cognitive neuroscience at Ohio State University and the director of the MINDSET Lab. In this episode, Dr. Hayes delves deep into her latest research, unraveling the complex web of midlife, inflammation, stress, and their crucial link to metabolic syndrome.   Barbara and Dr. Hayes e...

Get ready to redefine aging with our latest 'Age Better' episode featuring the dynamic Chip Conley, co-founder of the Modern Elder Academy (MEA)! In this chat with Age Better host Barbara Hannah Grufferman, Chip, who has just written a new book called “Learning to Love Midlife: 12 Reasons Why Life Gets Better with Age,” revolutionizes how we view and experience midlife, transforming it from a peri...

Welcome to another episode of "Age Better," where host Barbara Hannah Grufferman sits down with Joan Price, an acclaimed sex expert and bestselling author, for a candid conversation about sex and the transformative role of sex toys for women over 60.  In this episode, Barbara and Joan delve deep into why sex toys are not just playful accessories but essential tools for enhancing pleasure and arous...

Welcome to Episode 92 of the "Age Better" podcast. In this empowering episode, host Barbara Hannah Grufferman delves into a topic that's both essential and often overlooked: the evolving landscape of sexuality and intimacy for women over 60.  Guest:  - Janet Siroto, journalist and former executive editor at Cosmopolitan magazine. Janet authored the featured article "Where's Our Little Blue Pill?"...

What We Talk About This Week:  In this week’s episode of "Age Better with Barbara Hannah Grufferman," Barbara and special guest Joyce Shulman take a deep dive into the often underestimated world of walking. They unravel the myriad benefits that walking offers and explore how it can impact our overall physical, mental, and spiritual health and well-being.   Joyce, the co-founder of 99 Walks and aut...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of "Age Better with Barbara Hannah Grufferman!" On January 30th, 2024, I said “Ciao for now!” to "GRUFFtalk: How to Age Better" and embarked on a new chapter. Today, I’m unveiling the reasons behind this transformation.  Celebrating Podcast Milestones  "GRUFFtalk: How to Age Better" launched in mid-2022, and what an incredible journey it's been! With nearly 100 epi...

The "Age Better" podcast is here. We've always had questions, and we know you do too. Together, we'll embark on a journey to explore all the ways we can feel better, look better, live better, and, most importantly, age better.   Diverse Topics and Holistic Approach  Money, work, health, fitness, style, makeup, hair, eating, travel, sex, relationships – you name it, we'll dive into it. Each week, I...

Summary In this episode, host Barbara Hannah Grufferman reflects on the health challenges she faced in 2023 and shares three new pieces of research for aging better in the new year. The first discusses the benefits of incorporating beans, specifically Navy beans, into your daily diet for improved gut health. Then Barbara explores the concept of exercise snacks, which are short bursts of exercise t...

In this special replay episode of GRUFFtalk: How to Age Better, host Barbara Hannah Grufferman takes a deep dive into the amazing world of the skin microbiome with renowned dermatologist, TV personality, and author, Dr. Doris Day.    Together they uncover the secrets to healthy, glowing skin as we discuss the ins and outs of the skin's microbial ecosystem: from understanding the influence of the s...

In this special New Year's replay episode of GRUFFtalk, host Barbara Hannah Grufferman takes us on a profound journey into the intricate world of karma and happiness. Originally recorded in January 2023, this timeless conversation features Dr. Douglas Gentile, a distinguished psychologist and Zen monk. Together, they explore the multifaceted nature of karma, shedding light on its role in breaking...

In this special year-end replay of a very special episode, the amazing Dr. Gladys McGarey, the "Mother of Holistic Medicine," joins GRUFFtalk podcast host Barbara Hannah Grufferman to talk about her beautiful book, “The Well-Lived Life: A 102-Year-Old Doctor’s Six Secrets to Health and Happiness at Every Age.”   Dr. McGarey has spent her life pioneering the integration of traditional medicine with...

In this episode of GRUFFTalk: How to Age Better, we welcome back Gretchen Reynolds, a renowned health and wellness journalist who writes the "Your Move" column for the Washington Post. Join us as we delve into three of her insightful articles that offer valuable perspectives on health and fitness.  Topics Covered:  1. Never Too Late to Get Strong:     - Discussion on Gretchen's article: "It’s neve...

Welcome to this special episode of GRUFFtalk, where your host, Barbara Hannah Grufferman, takes you on an enlightening journey through the latest in health and wellness research. In this episode, we're focusing on groundbreaking medical studies that are reshaping our understanding of how to age better. Barbara will guide you through three distinct studies, each offering valuable insights into main...

The older we get the more out of hand the things we’ve accumulated in life tend to become. As kids move out and major life events happen such as weddings, funerals, graduations, and death creeps into the picture, before you know it, you’re left shuffling boxes and storage totes from one side of the garage to the other to make space for more things you probably don’t have a real use for.   In this...

Did you know that feeling pretty can help you take on the world? In this episode that’s what I’m talking about with the amazing Laura Geller. She knows all about “pretty.” Laura is the founder of a the wildly successful brand that she launched on QVC over 20 years ago. She has won accolades for being a savvy and successful entrepreneur and she is a brilliant marketer who keeps her line of products...

Have you ever thought about running a marathon, but also thought you might be too old to even try? Then you want to listen to this week’s episode.  In this replay of an episode that aired last year, host Barbara Hannah Grufferman shares a few details about running in the 2022 New York City Marathon with guest Mary Newell. Mary is a retired clinical psychologist who started running at 55 and at age...

In today’s episode of GRUFFtalk, host Barbara Hannah Grufferman takes a deep dive into INSULIN RESISTANCE: what it is, common symptoms, how to prevent it, and more importantly, how to reverse it.   Dr. Margaret Nachtigall, a Reproductive Endocrinologist at NYU Langone Health and an expert on women’s health and menopause joins Barbara to shed light on this often-misunderstood condition, and its imp...