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The Health Nerds cover a wide range of health questions—practical and scientifically sound.
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Health Podcast: Post-Achievement Depression ExplainedReached a major goal but still unhappy? In this episode, we explore post-achievement depression and why success does not always lead to fulfillment. -
Health Podcast: Herniated Disc: Causes & TherapyHerniated disc – what really helps? In this episode, we discuss the causes, therapies, and alternative treatments to surgery that can aid in managing the condition. -
Podcast Special: Load & Recovery in TrainingHow does balancing load and recovery lead to maximum training success? In this episode, we discuss supercompensation and how to effectively structure your training system. -
Podcast Special: Tennis, Padel & Brain PerformanceCan sports make you smarter? In this episode, we explore tennis, padel, and how coordination and movement impact brain performance. -
Podcast Special: Bodyweight Training & Muscle GrowthIs bodyweight training enough for muscle growth? In this episode, we explore functional training and how effective it really is. -
Podcast Special: HIIT & Interval Training ExplainedDoes maximum intensity lead to maximum results? In this episode, we explore HIIT and how short, intense workouts affect fitness and metabolism. -
Podcast Special: Endurance Training & Heart HealthIs more cardio always better for your heart? In this episode, we explore endurance training and its effects on cardiovascular health. -
Podcast Special: Strength Training & LongevityMore muscle = longer life? In this episode, we explore strength training, muscle mass, and their role in health and longevity. -
Deep Dive Podcast: D-Mannose & UTIs ExplainedHow can D-mannose support urinary health? In this episode, we explore its mechanism, bacterial binding, and use in urinary tract infections. -
Health Podcast - Thyroid - Why individual values don't explain the systemWhy is thyroid health so complex? In this episode, we explain why individual values don’t fully reveal thyroid function and how other factors influence balance. -
Health Podcast - Circadian Rhythm, Jet Lag & Shift WorkWhen the internal clock is disrupted, the whole body is affected. In this episode, we explore jet lag, shift work, and how circadian rhythm impacts energy, hormones, and health. -
Deep Dive Podcast: Viruses – 8 per cent of our genome consists of viral sequencesDid you know that 8% of our DNA is made up of viral sequences? In this Deep Dive, we explore how viruses have influenced our genetic makeup and their role in human evolution. -
Hallmarks of Aging – Is Aging a Disease?Why do we age? In this episode, we explore the hallmarks of aging—the biological processes that drive aging—and discuss whether aging is an unavoidable fate or something that can be influenced. -
Gesundheitspodcast: Blut lügt nicht – Blutbild und Blutwerte verstehenIn dieser Folge erklären wir, was ein kleines und großes Blutbild wirklich aussagt, welche zusätzlichen Werte sinnvoll sind und warum „im Referenzbereich“ nicht automatisch optimal bedeutet. -
Sepsis – Blood Poisoning, One of the Leading Causes of Death WorldwideSepsis is one of the deadliest diseases globally. In this episode, we explain what sepsis is, how it affects the body, and why fast medical intervention is essential for survival. -
Cortisol – The Misunderstood Stress HormoneCortisol is not just a “stress hormone”. In this episode, we explain why cortisol is crucial for many bodily functions, how it regulates the daily rhythm, and why a chronically elevated cortisol level can be problematic. -
Deep Dive: Frankincense – naturally soothing inflammationFrankincense is considered a traditional natural remedy with modern relevance. In this deep dive, we discuss its biochemical mechanisms of action, classify studies and explain why it is the focus of attention in chronic inflammation. -
Pro Edition with Marcel Lukask: Healthy Liver – Master Plan for Detoxification, Metabolism and EnergyThe liver is your body’s detox powerhouse. Learn from Marcel Lukask how to strengthen liver function, enhance metabolism, and boost your energy naturally. -
Children & Smartphones – How Digital Stimuli Shape the BrainDigital stimuli shape children’s brains. Discover how smartphones impact attention, learning, and emotional growth, and how mindful tech use supports long-term cognitive health. -
CALORIES: What They Really Are (and What They’re Not)Calories are not enemies—they are pure energy. In this podcast episode, learn what that little number on the label really means and why quality matters more than just counting. -
ADHD: Overhyped diagnosis or well-researched disorder?ADHD – trendy diagnosis or serious disorder? Our experts explain the symptoms, causes and current state of research in a way that is easy to understand for anyone who wants to gain a thorough understanding of the topic. -
Cellular energy: How coenzyme Q10 & PQQ strengthen your cell powerhouses (mitochondria)Coenzyme Q10 and PQQ are crucial for your cells' energy production. In this episode, you will learn how these nutrients support your cell powerhouses and increase your vitality. -
CONSULTATION HOUR: Your questions about the myth of healthy alcoholIs red wine healthy? In this episode, we clarify everything about the health effects of alcohol on the body and health. -
A glass of red wine a day: the myth of healthy alcohol (Part 1: PRO)Red wine as a healthy drink – fact or myth? In this episode, we take a closer look at the hype surrounding red wine and explain what the health benefits of a daily glass of red wine really are. -
A glass of red wine a day: the myth of healthy alcohol (Part 2: CONS)Red wine as a healthy drink – but what are the risks? In this episode, we analyse why daily red wine consumption can also have disadvantages and what health problems can arise from regular alcohol consumption. -
PRO Edition with Jacob Drachenberg: Stress – the underestimated killer – What it really does to your heart, sleep and psycheStress can cause more damage than many people think. Jacob Drachenberg sheds light on how it affects your heart, sleep and psyche and gives valuable tips on how you can combat it in a targeted manner and strengthen your health. -
The 7-day diet: activate your metabolism and burn fat in just one weekhealth nerds - The podcast about healthy living More energy and a better body feeling in just 7 days: discover how targeted nutrition, exercise and sleep can activate your metabolism and boost fat burning. -
PRO Edition with Susanne Liedtke: Menopause is not an illnesshealth nerds - The podcast about species-appropriate living ""Menopause is not a disease."" - Susanne Liedtke is an expert in women's health and founder of nobodytoldme.com. In this PRO edition, she dispels prejudices and misconceptions about this im... -
Hay fever - immune reaction out of control: Why more and more people are allergic to pollenhealth nerds - The podcast about species-appropriate living ""A single tree can produce up to 5.5 million pollen - per day! And these often fly hundreds of kilometers."" - Matthias Baum from the HEALTH NERDS science team provides a detailed look at ... -
Our skeleton and skeletal system: not dead matter, but living, highly active cellshealth nerds - The podcast about species-appropriate living ""Every ten years, our body replaces the entire skeletal system - every bone, our skull, the spine ""every cell is renewed."" - In this episode, we look at the fascinating foundation of our ...