Darm Wechseljahre Leaky Gut
  • Health

What Menopause Can Do to Your Gut

“Leaky gut” during menopause? A new study shows that the gut barrier begins to change years before the final period. The findings could help explain why inflammation increases during this stage of life.

Marianne Waldenfels

Zahnbürste KI Zahnpflege
  • Dentistry
  • Health

Can an AI Toothbrush Extend My Life?

95 percent of 35- to 44-year-olds in Germany have periodontitis. Health expert Nils Behrens tests the first toothbrush with a camera and AI – and explains why oral health may be an overlooked factor in longevity.

Nils Behrens

Wandsitzen Frau Blutdruck
  • Body
  • Sport
  • Health

Can Wall Sitting Once a Week Really Lower Blood Pressure?

One simple exercise, a few minutes of training — and a drop of up to 13.7 mmHg in systolic blood pressure: a new study reveals surprisingly large effects. But there’s an important catch when it comes to how often you actually need to train.

Marianne Waldenfels

Wechseljahre Psyche Frau verschwommen Reizbar Angst Depression
  • Mental Health
  • Health

Irritable, Exhausted, Anxious: What Menopause Does to Your Mental Health

Menopause can affect mood, sleep, and concentration – and some women experience anxiety or depressive symptoms for the first time. Psychotherapist Sandra Tschöpe explains why this can happen and which warning signs should be taken seriously.

Marianne Waldenfels

Salami Wurst Demenz
  • Food
  • Health

Does Processed Meat Cause Dementia? What’s Really Behind the 44% Headline

Two slices of processed meat a day are said to increase the risk of dementia by 44 percent. But the reality is more complicated than that. Here’s where the figure comes from, what newer studies show — and how concerned we really need to be.

Marianne Waldenfels

Hautstraffung Xerf Radiowellen
  • Aesthetic Surgery & Dermatology
  • Beauty

XERF: Why Everyone Is Suddenly Talking About This Skin-Tightening Treatment

From Seoul to Hollywood, a new radiofrequency treatment is turning heads: XERF aims to tighten skin without surgery or significant downtime. Dermatologist Dr. Timm Golüke explains what makes it different — and what the evidence tells us so far.

Christine Bürg & Marianne Waldenfels

Dr. med. Timm Golüke

An interview with

Dr. med. Timm Golüke

Kürbiskerne Magnesium
  • Health
  • Food

Surprisingly High in Magnesium: Can Pumpkin Seeds Replace a Supplement?

Pumpkin seeds are among the best plant-based sources of magnesium. Just 30 grams provide a substantial amount of the mineral. But what matters is not only what's inside the seeds — it's also how much of it your body actually absorbs.

Marianne Waldenfels

A Delicate Touch
  • Hand surgery
  • Podcast
  • Health

A Delicate Touch

"Feel good, live better" This podcast episode with Prof. Dr. Helen Abel is all about hands and how to keep them mobile – even with arthritis

Christine Bürg

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An interview with

Prof. Dr. med. Helen Abel

Ginseng
  • Health
  • Food

Ginseng During Menopause: What a New Study Shows

Red ginseng has long been used to relieve menopausal symptoms. A new study now adds to the evidence, showing promising effects on several common symptoms.

Hanja Niederhammer

Roggen Körner und Getreidehalme
  • Health
  • Food

Rye Bread for Gut Health: What Happens After 12 Weeks

When it comes to gut health, few people think of rye bread. Yet this everyday grain provides exactly what our gut bacteria need. A new study shows what can change in the body within just a few weeks.

Marianne Waldenfels

Mundgeruch Close Up Frauengesicht mit Hand vor dem Mund
  • Aesthetics & Function in Dentistry
  • Health
  • Dentistry

Bad Breath Despite Brushing: Why Your Tongue Is Often the Culprit

Bad breath is often seen as a sign of poor dental hygiene. Yet it can develop even in people who brush thoroughly. Dentist Dr. Tore Thomsen explains how the tongue and oral microbiome contribute to bad breath — and what new studies on probiotics reveal.

Christine Bürg & Marianne Waldenfels

Dr med dent Tore Thomsen, Zahnarzt, Hamburg

An interview with

Dr. med. dent. Tore Thomsen

Dr med dent Jens Thomsen, Zahnarzt, Hamburg

With

Dr. med. dent. Jens Thomsen

Laufen Joggen Einsteiger
  • Orthopedics & Musculoskeletal Longevity (MSK)
  • Health
  • Sport

Running for Beginners: How Much Training Is Healthy?

How often should beginners run, when should they increase their training, and how important are rest days? Physiotherapist Nils Stützer explains how to build a healthy running routine, what role running technique plays, and how to avoid overuse injuries.

Christine Bürg & Marianne Waldenfels

nils-stuetzer-msk-longevity-experte-esslingen

With

Nils Stützer