Age Better with Barbara Hannah Grufferman

3 Science-Backed Ways You Can Age Better in 2024 EP 89


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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 that can provide similar benefits to longer workouts. And finally, she emphasizes the importance of strength training, especially as we age, for maintaining muscle mass and independence. Overall, Barbara encourages listeners to make positive changes in their lives and prioritize their health and well-being in 2024 and beyond.

Takeaways

  • Incorporating Navy beans into your daily diet can positively impact gut health and overall well-being.
  • Exercise snacks, short bursts of exercise throughout the day, offer a way to integrate movement into daily life and maintain fitness.
  • Strength training is crucial for maintaining muscle mass, strength, and independence as we age.
  • Making positive changes in diet and exercise routines can contribute to aging better and improving overall health.

  • Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Overview

    01:22 Review of 2023 Health Challenges

    05:20 Three New Pieces of Research for Aging Better

    06:16 Chapter 1: Incorporating Beans into Daily Diet

    10:25 Chapter 2: Exercise Snacks for Daily Movement

    15:07 Chapter 3: Importance of Strength Training

    17:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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