Aging Better: The Science of Brain Health, Muscle & Connection

We sat down with Dr. Stephanie Rogers, a board-certified geriatric and internal medicine physician, associate chief of geriatrics clinical programs at UCSF, and the voice behind Age Well with Dr. Steph.

Dr. Rogers shares practical, evidence-based insights on aging, dementia prevention, brain health, muscle loss, strength training, GLP-1s, social connection, chronic stress, caregiving, and what women can actually do to stay strong, independent, and mentally sharp as they age.

This conversation challenges the fear-based narrative around aging. Dr. Rogers explains why life satisfaction can actually improve as we get older, why memory decline is not inevitable, and why two of the biggest dementia prevention factors may surprise you: hearing loss and LDL cholesterol.

We also discuss why muscle is one of the most important parts of aging well, especially for women, and why strength training becomes even more important for anyone using GLP-1 medications. Dr. Rogers also breaks down the overlooked power of social connection, why she prefers the term health span over longevity, and how chronic stress impacts the brain and body over time.

If you are a woman in midlife, caring for aging parents, thinking about your long-term health, or simply overwhelmed by all the wellness information online, this episode gives you simple, grounded takeaways you can actually use.

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