Our News for the Ages March 31, 2026 episode focused on the importance of muscle strength in predicting longevity, citing a study published by JAMA Network that found stronger grip and chair stand performance significantly reduced the risk of death in older women. Ellen Khalifa and Ray Gordon provided insights into how maintaining muscle strength supports mobility, balance, and overall health. Debbie Howard led a discussion on the economic potential of the longevity economy, using a Forbes article by Joseph Antoun, which emphasized the shift from reactive sick care to proactive longevity systems as well as the benefits of multi-generational housing. Commentary from Linda Sherman and Elizabeth Magallon Fleury.

Presented by Ellen Khalifa, Habits Coach for Healthspan and Wellspan
CNN Health 3-23-26 Two Simple Strength Tests Predict Longevity in Older Women by Katia Hetter
Article: https://edition.cnn.com/2026/03/23/health/exercise-grip-strength-health-wellness
Study: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2845052

Presented by Debbie Howard, Aging Matters International
We found on Mary Furlong’s LinkedIn post
Forbes Business Council 3-24-26 How the Longevity Economy Could Reshape Work and Growth by Joseph Antoun
Joseph Antoun’s company L-Nutra
Article:
https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinesscouncil/2026/03/24/how-the-longevity-economy-could-reshape-work-and-growth

Vocabulary: anti-senescence

Discussion hosted with commentary by: Linda Sherman, Ray Gordon and Debbie Howard

BoomerTechTalk.com episode page

3-31-26 LinkedIn Show Post

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