The Aging Well Podcast

The title for this episode was inspired by a long-time friend of Dr. Armstrong and a listener of The Aging Well Podcast. In this episode, the hosts consider what is meant by "diet" and how much (in quality and quantity) one should be eating (particularly in Third and Fourth Age) to... age well. The topics discussed include: caloric balance, macro balance, fiber, protein needs, fats, fiber, and so...

Whole-fat dairy is bad for our health. Switch to skim milk or an alternative like almond milk. This is what we have been told for decades by nutritionists and doctors. A recent paper in the European Heart Journal, “Diet, cardiovascular disease, and mortalities in 80 countries”, however, suggests that whole-fat dairy might be a protective food. The authors, Andrew Mente et al., concluded that “a di...

In this episode, Dr. Armstrong and Corbin Bruton address the question of training frequency--specifically, the frequency of weight training sessions to... age well. It is often recommended to allow 2-3 days between training sessions, but it more better or worse? Is it safe or effective to do a full-body weight training workout every day? We discuss this and and article on the topic from livestrong...

Dr. Armstrong and Corbin Bruton asked ChatGPT to "devise an exercise plan for a 60-year-old male in good health." In this episode, they share the results and their impressions. (Incidentally, the results were the same if one asks for a female.)The hosts refer to Episode 46: Yoga and the Brain-Body Connection w/ Will Thomas (Yoga House Miami) and to an article on "Bodybuilding's Most Controversial...

We can lose a significant amount of muscle mass as we age. This leads to a decline in physical activity and function that negatively impacts one's health. In this episode, Dr. Armstrong and Corbin Bruton share their thoughts on "7 Simple Muscle-Building Habits" and how these practices can help us to... age well. Send us a text TruDiagnostic epigenetic testingGet a 12% discount using promo code (AG...

Setting goals is important for successful aging. In this episode, Corbin Bruton and Dr. Armstrong review/critique a Men's Journal article titled: "The 10 Most Important Fitness Goals" and add their own lists of ten important goals for...aging well. Refer back to previous episodes for refreshers on Coyte Cooper and iSMART goals and Carmine's Law. Send us a text TruDiagnostic epigenetic testingGet a...

Many of use AI to get information. The Aging Well Podcast will question ChatGPT from time to time. In this episode, Corbin and Dr. Armstrong ask the AI software: "What exercises should aging adults be doing to maintain bone and muscle mass, health, physical activity, and longevity?" The answer warrants some refinement and elaboration. Tune in for a discussion on strength, training, weight-bearing...

In this episode, Corbin and Dr. Armstrong discuss the five dimensions of wellness—what Dr. Armstrong refers to as “well-centered fitness.” The hosts discuss the importance of incorporating Spiritual, Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, and Social wellness in our daily lives. “Fitness” refers to something that one improves over time and can be defined as a state of physical and mental well-being tha...

Stoicism is a philosophical school of thought that originated in ancient Greece around the 3rd century BCE. It can offer a practical framework for living a virtuous and fulfilling life by emphasizing personal ethics, self-control, resilience, and acceptance of the natural order of things. At its core, stoicism teaches individuals to attain happiness and inner peace by focusing on what they can con...

Sometimes, we need a little motivation to… age well. In this—our 100th—episode, Dr. Armstrong and Corbin Bruton share their lists of “top 10 quotes for successful aging” and compare these with a list generated by AI (i.e., ChatGPT).If you have other favorite inspirational quotes that keep you on track to aging well, please share. We’d love to hear from our listeners. Send us a text TruDiagnostic e...

In this episode, Dr Armstrong interviews Dr. Geoffrey Mount Varner, a board-certified emergency medicine physician with over 25 years of clinical practice. Dr. Geoffrey is on the faculty of Howard University and a national healthcare leader who has authored several best-selling books and speaks nationally and internationally on a variety of healthcare matters. Having served as the chief of a level...

This is the final segment of a three-part interview with Dr. Margaret Manoogian. Dr. Manoogian is a professor in the Gerontology: Aging & Older Adulthood department of the Behavior Sciences Division. Her teaching focuses on Intersectionality and Aging, Exploring Aging Pathways, Parent-Child Relationships across the Lifespan, Social Ties and Aging, Adult Development and Aging, Life Course Revie...

This is the second of a three-part interview with Dr. Margaret Manoogian. Dr. Manoogian is a professor in the Gerontology: Aging & Older Adulthood department of the Behavior Sciences Division. Her teaching focuses on Intersectionality and Aging, Exploring Aging Pathways, Parent-Child Relationships across the Lifespan, Social Ties and Aging, Adult Development and Aging, Life Course Review, Life...

This is the first of a three-part interview with Dr. Margaret Manoogian. Dr. Manoogian is a professor in the Gerontology: Aging & Older Adulthood department of the Behavior Sciences Division. Her teaching focuses on Intersectionality and Aging, Exploring Aging Pathways, Parent-Child Relationships across the Lifespan, Social Ties and Aging, Adult Development and Aging, Life Course Review, Lifes...

Third Age is considered an era for personal achievement and fulfillment after retirement. The choices made in the First and Second Ages can affect and prolong the Third Age and, hopefully, minimize the Fourth Age—the era of final dependence, decrepitude, and ultimately death. The habits that we form throughout life shape our Third and Fourth Ages. "Seven Habits for Third Age (3rd Age) Elderly" inc...

Third Age is considered an era for personal achievement and fulfillment after retirement. The choices made in the First and Second Ages can affect and prolong the Third Age and, hopefully, minimize the Fourth Age—the era of final dependence, decrepitude, and ultimately death. The habits that we form throughout life shape our Third and Fourth Ages. "Seven Habits for Third Age (3rd Age) Elderly" inc...

Third Age is considered an era for personal achievement and fulfillment after retirement. The choices made in the First and Second Ages can affect and prolong the Third Age and, hopefully, minimize the Fourth Age—the era of final dependence, decrepitude, and ultimately death. The habits that we form throughout life shape our Third and Fourth Ages. "Seven Habits for Third Age (3rd Age) Elderly" inc...

Third Age is considered an era for personal achievement and fulfillment after retirement. The choices made in the First and Second Ages can affect and prolong the Third Age and, hopefully, minimize the Fourth Age—the era of final dependence, decrepitude, and ultimately death. The habits that we form throughout life shape our Third and Fourth Ages. "Seven Habits for Third Age (3rd Age) Elderly" inc...

Third Age is considered an era for personal achievement and fulfillment after retirement. The choices made in the First and Second Ages can affect and prolong the Third Age and, hopefully, minimize the Fourth Age—the era of final dependence, decrepitude, and ultimately death. The habits that we form throughout life shape our Third and Fourth Ages. "Seven Habits for Third Age (3rd Age) Elderly" inc...

Third Age is considered an era for personal achievement and fulfillment after retirement. The choices made in the First and Second Ages can affect and prolong the Third Age and, hopefully, minimize the Fourth Age—the era of final dependence, decrepitude, and ultimately death. The habits that we form throughout life shape our Third and Fourth Ages. "Seven Habits for Third Age (3rd Age) Elderly" inc...

Third Age is considered an era for personal achievement and fulfillment after retirement. The choices made in the First and Second Ages can affect and prolong the Third Age and, hopefully, minimize the Fourth Age—the era of final dependence, decrepitude, and ultimately death. The habits that we form throughout life shape our Third and Fourth Ages."Seven Habits for Third Age (3rd Age) Elderly" incl...

Fasting is known to promote autophagy, which is the cellular process of recycling and removing damaged or dysfunctional components within cells. Autophagy plays a crucial role in maintaining cellular health and is associated with various health benefits. As well, regular exercise stimulates autophagy through various mechanisms, including energy depletion, activation of AMP-activated protein kinase...

A regular listener recently shared a blog post by Sam Tetrault titled: "7 Alternatives to Calling Someone a 'Senior Citizen'." For some, labels such as "senior citizen' or "elderly" may be considered ageist and, for some, offensive. In this episode, Dr. Armstrong (60 years old) and Corbin Bruton (soon 35 year old) discuss the labels and there alternatives from their own unique experiences and pers...

We are often asked: “What advice would you give to your younger self?” I propose that the better question is: “Who do you want your future self to be?”Doing the little things consistently matters for growth and for… aging well. Small changes make big differences. When it comes to aging well, it is the cumulative effect of persistent little things that is most transformative. In this episode, Dr. A...

In aging, years don’t matter. Performance matters. Quality of life matters. Dr. Rob Gilbert ("Success Hotline", Episode 11,762) tells us that showing up is 100% of life. Jim Harshaw, Jr. ("Success Through Failure", Episode 402) tells us that results are not the only thing that matters. Performance matters. Do we view life as a glass half-full or half-empty--or as a glass full with water and air? I...