
July 21, 2025
Redaktion PMC
What does it mean to age healthily? And how do we achieve not just a long life, but one filled with vitality and joy? In her columns, longevity expert Dr. Andrea Gartenbach explains how prevention works today—based on solid science, holistically, and with a focus on the future.
Dr. Andrea Gartenbach is a specialist in Internal and Functional Medicine, a longevity expert, founder, and former competitive athlete. As a committed representative of a new generation of medicine, she combines traditional clinical knowledge with modern approaches, the latest technologies, and current research findings.
In her columns, she regularly illuminates topics related to health, prevention, performance, and longevity – understandable, relevant, and in tune with the times. Her contributions are aimed at people who take responsibility for their health and seek well-founded orientation in a changing medical world.
Through a national and international network of the best experts, doctors, and scientists in their respective fields, Dr. Gartenbach has access to the latest studies and scientific findings, which she specifically incorporates into her columns.
Here you will find all columns by Dr. Andrea Gartenbach:

A new study examines TikTok videos about ADHD, depression, and narcissism. A psychiatrist explains the risks of self-diagnosis
Christine Bürg & Marianne Waldenfels

With
Prof. Dr. med. Andreas Menke

"Feel good, live better" – In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Yvonne Ebel discusses herniated discs and knee osteoarthritis, exploring what can be achieved today without resorting to surgery.
Christine Bürg

An interview with
Dr. med. Yvonne Ebel

What are the most common reasons couples struggle to conceive? When is it time to seek medical help? Reproductive medicine specialist Dr. Bernd Lesoine explains fertility treatment, success rates and why men should be evaluated early
Christine Bürg & Marianne Waldenfels

A new US study found an unusually high rate of colon polyps among marathon and ultramarathon runners. What do the findings really mean, and should endurance athletes be concerned? A gastroenterologist explains.
Christine Bürg & Marianne Waldenfels

Carrot juice and coconut water are being hailed on TikTok as the secret to a natural summer glow. Beta-carotene can indeed alter skin tone — though not in the way many social media videos suggest. A dermatologist explains what the science actually shows.
Christine Bürg & Marianne Waldenfels

With
Dr. med. Timm Golüke

Artificial intelligence is taking over routine tasks and freeing up time for what truly matters: the relationship between doctor and patient. Prof. Dr. Dominik Pförringer explains why empathy is becoming the most important factor for success in medicine in the age of AI.
Prof. Dominik Pförringer

By
Univ.-Prof. Dr. med. Dominik Pförringer