Age Better with Barbara Hannah Grufferman

Age Better with Barbara Hannah Grufferman

If you're like most of us who are over 45, you have a lot of questions about how to age better. Right? Award-winning author and host Barbara Hannah Grufferman will get those questions answered during age-positive conversations with some of the best experts in the world. If you are 45+, this podcast will be your go-to source to get the right information about style, sex, health, menopause, money, work, adult children, aging parents, and so much more. Just like she does with her books focusing on positive aging, Barbara will inspire you to love your age, whatever age you are! As she says in the trailer, "Join me on this journey. Hold my hand! It'll be so much more fun if we do it together!"

Episodes

May 20, 2025 33 mins
WANT TO BE BAD TO THE BONE?  May is NATIONAL OSTEOPOROSIS AWARENESS MONTH so we’re replaying one of our best episodes about bone health.   Our focus today is on empowering midlife women with the tools you need to boost bone health and prevent osteoporosis.  Guest: Rebekah Rotstein, Founder of Buff Bones  Rebekah is an expert in bone health, passionate about helping others strengthen their bones through scientifically-backed exe...
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“Let’s be honest — taking care of someone you love can be all-consuming. But what if tech could take some of that weight off your shoulders?”  Key Resources:  Get more information about Tendercare HERE  Watch Shauna Sweeney’s touching caregiving journey HERE  Hi everyone. I'm Barbara and this is Age Better.  In today’s episode, I’m speaking with Shauna Sweeney, former Meta executive turned caregiving innovator, who’s on a miss...
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"A new study shows that small changes to how you eat today could mean a stronger, sharper, more independent you tomorrow. Let’s dive in . . ."  Links Referenced:  Listen to my previous conversation with Gretel Schueller on Protein Needs for Midlife Women HERE or WATCH HERE ON YOUTUBE.  Read U.S. News & World Report articles on Nutrition and Aging HERE, HERE, & HERE  Read U.S. News & World Report 2025 ‘Best D...
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Hi everyone—thanks for tuning in! In this short solo episode of AGE BETTER, I’m doing something a little different . . . I’m turning to YOU.  If you’ve followed my work since The Best of Everything After 50 or Love Your Age, you know I’ve always been passionate about giving women the tools and confidence to live stronger, longer, and better lives. And now that I’m in my 60s, I’m thinking a lot about what comes after menopause—the p...
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KEY RESOURCES:  Download the FREE ‘Midlife Protein Cheat Sheet’ HERE  Get more info about guest expert Gretel Schueller HERE   Go to US News & World Report's 2025 ‘Best Diets’ list HERE  Article on the best plant-based protein powders is HERE  Gretel’s favorite plant-based protein powder is HERE  Barbara’s favorite whey protein isolate powder is HERE  Watch the earlier podcast episode with Dr. Vonda Wright HERE    Is your p...
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LINKS & RESOURCES:  Learn more about Dr. Mary-Frances O’Connor HERE  Get info about The Grieving Body HERE   Get info about The Grieving Brain HERE  Learn more about the Dougy Project (to help grieving children) HERE    In this episode of AGE BETTER, host Barbara Hannah Grufferman welcomes back Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor, neuroscientist, psychologist, and author of the best-selling book The Grieving Brain. This time, Dr. O’Connor jo...
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In this enlightening episode, host Barbara Hannah Grufferman sits down with author Kortney Yasenka to explore the transformative Swedish philosophy of "Lagom" (pronounced LAH-gom). Together they unpack how this concept of "not too much, not too little, but just right" can revolutionize our approach to life's challenges, particularly during midlife transitions.  Kortney shares insights from her book, “Swedish Lagom: Finding Joy in ...
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RESOURCES & LINKS  - Osteoboost Official Website  - Video: Laura Yecies Discussing Osteoboost  - Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation Website  - Email questions to agebetterpodcast@gmail.com   AGE BETTER host Barbara Hannah Grufferman and Laura Yecies, CEO of Osteoboost, discuss Osteoboost, an FDA-approved device using NASA-inspired vibration therapy to combat bone loss. Laura explains how the technology works, its impressive cl...
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“I think everyone should have Lp(a) measured.”  Dr. Ann Marie Navar    Key Resources to Go Deeper:  - Dr. Ann Marie Navar  - Lp(a)  - Get a Free Test to Check Your Lp(a) Level   - Previous episode with Dr. Navar about ApoB  About This Episode:  Join us for an enlightening discussion about Lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), a critical but often overlooked marker for cardiovascular health. In this episode, host Barbara Hannah Grufferman take...
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 "The mouth is the gateway to the body." - Dr. Jon Marashi  KEY LINKS REFERENCED IN THE EPISODE:  Learn more about Dr. Jon Marashi HERE  Follow Dr. Marashi on Instagram HERE  Listen to the The Huberman Lab episode on oral health HERE  Connect with AGE BETTER host Barbara Hannah Grufferman HERE   Are you aware that your oral health could be the key to preventing some of today's most concerning health conditions? In this eye-opening ...
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 Are you experiencing unexplained fatigue, decreased libido, or mood changes? These symptoms might be related to testosterone levels – yes, even in women. In this enlightening episode of AGE BETTER, NYU Langone Health's Dr. Margaret Nachtigall breaks down everything you need to know about testosterone's role in women's health.   About Our Guest  Dr. Margaret Nachtigall is a renowned Reproductive Endocrinologist at NYU Langone Healt...
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“Leave this world kinder, safer, saner, and a little more beautiful.” – Victoria Moran  Sometimes ‘aging better’ is more about working out more intensely or finding the best skin care routine. Sometimes, it’s all about how we connect to others, and the mark we will leave on the world.   In this illuminating episode, prolific author Victoria Moran joins AGE BETTER host, Barbara Hannah Grufferman, to share wisdom from her 50-year yog...
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“Creatine can improve lean mass, help with cellular hydration, improve cognitive functioning, and is low risk and highly effective. Why wouldn’t you try it?”   – Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan     LINKS + RESOURCES:  🔗 Learn more about Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan and her research HERE.   🔗 Find research on creatine and women’s health HERE.   🔗 Get the scoop on the creatine product recommended by Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan HERE.    Creatine has been a...
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 PRINT THIS AND TAKE IT WITH YOU TO YOUR NEXT ANNUAL PHYSICAL EXAM:  ESSENTIAL BLOOD WORK SCREENING TESTS CHEAT SHEET    February is AMERICAN HEART MONTH, so we’re replaying this solo episode where Barbara dives into the essential blood tests and health screenings every midlife woman should ask about during their annual physical. Drawing on expert insights from past episodes, she explains why it’s crucial to go beyond routine tests...
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 About This Episode  In this eye-opening discussion, Dr. Chiara Giannarelli breaks down the complex relationship between inflammation and aging, revealing how this hidden process impacts everything from heart health to our DNA. Whether you're in your 50s, 60s, or beyond, you'll discover practical steps to take control of your aging journey.  What You'll Learn  - The science behind inflammaging and why it accelerates after 50  - Cri...
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"Shift your perspective on pleasure."  Sex Expert Joan Price    LINKS & RESOURCES:   - Watch the episode on Barbara’s YouTube Channel HERE.   - Learn more about Joan Price HERE.    In this engaging and empowering episode of AGE BETTER WITH BARBARA HANNAH GRUFFERMAN, Barbara welcomes back Joan Price, a leading expert on sex and pleasure later in life. Together, they explore the evolving world of sex toys, focusing on the unique need...
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In this episode of AGE BETTER with Barbara Hannah Grufferman, we explore how to rediscover intimacy and sexuality after the loss of a partner with award-winning author and sex expert Joan Price. This conversation is part of a two-part series focusing on sex after 50 and is filled with insights and practical advice to help you reclaim your sexual self. Here’s what we cover:  - The inspiration behind Joan’s book, “Sex after Grief: Na...
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 Welcome to the very first episode of AGE BETTER WITH BARBARA HANNAH GRUFFERMAN in 2025! This year, we’re embracing a powerful theme that will guide every episode: putting yourself first. That means prioritizing your health, happiness, and well-being in ways that will empower you to age better—and it starts today.    In this episode, I’m joined by one of our favorite regular guests, Dr. Margaret Nachtigall, a leading reproductive e...
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 I just celebrated my 68th birthday, and I’m reflecting on the past 18 years—milestones, challenges, and powerful lessons I’ve learned from world-class experts and my inspiring podcast guests.   In this episode, I’m sharing key insights and takeaways that have shaped how I approach health, wellness, and aging. You’ll hear some of the most impactful advice I’ve received this year and the strategies I’m taking with me into the New Ye...
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"The number one thing I want to share with people is that there is never an age or skill level when your body will not respond to the demands you put on it." – Dr. Vonda Wright  Join us in this transformative replay episode of AGE BETTER with Barbara Hannah Grufferman as we delve into the five best tips for aging better with the renowned longevity expert, Dr. Vonda Wright. Dr. Wright, a double-board certified orthopaedic sports sur...
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