Schlafapnoe
  • Health

Sleep Apnea: What Happens to Your Body When You Stop Breathing at Night

Sleep apnea often goes undetected — and it doesn't only affect overweight men. Dr. Carlos Nunez explains which symptoms are frequently overlooked, why nighttime breathing pauses can be dangerous, and which treatments can help.

Marianne Waldenfels

Schild Healthcare
  • Health

"Those Who Don't Know Anyone Just Wait": Will Doctor's Appointments Become Scarcer After 2027?

Fewer specialist appointments, longer waiting times, cuts to preventive care and early detection: Radiologist Dr. Chressen Regier warns of the consequences of the new GKV Savings Act — especially for statutory health insurance patients

Moira Hammes

Darm Wechseljahre Leaky Gut
  • Health

“Leaky Gut” During Menopause: What Happens in Your Gut Years Before

A new study shows that the gut barrier begins to change years before the final period. At the same time, inflammatory markers increase — revealing a little-known process that may begin well before menopause.

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 Aufschnitt 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