The scary truth about plastic and our health

1. Digestive Issues26 min The Digestive System 2. All about the dental formula26 min All about the dental formula 3. The Immune System26 min The Immune System 4. Food and Sugar26 min Food and Sugar 5. Blood Work26 min Blood Work 6. Our Ears26 min In Good Shape - Our Ears 7. Fact or Fiction26 min In Good Shape - Fact or Fiction 8. Knocked sideways How to cope when life hits hard26 min A cancer diagnosis, an accident, a miscarriage. In Good Shape looks at how to overcome devastating life events. 9. Chronic pain: New therapies to help long-term sufferers26 min Chronic pain is a complex condition in which stimulus processing and the psyche can play a role. In Good Shape looks at new therapies l... 10. Mental health disorders: When is it time to seek help?26 min Anxiety, depression, mania — when do psychological issues require medical help? In Good Shape hears from those affected and explores br... 11. How sleep is affected by daily life26 min Sleep disorders are becoming an increasing problem for young and old alike. Stress, not enough relaxation, and poorly timed meals can d... 12. The scary truth about plastic and our health26 min Microplastics in food and water, chemicals in canned goods, pesticides on fruits and vegetables — what do these substances do to our bo... 13. Exercise afresh! How to move more for a longer life26 min Looking to get active? Hyrox, yoga, Pilates, trail running, or even frisbee — whatever takes your fancy — new studies prove how your he...

1. Are vitamin supplements actually worth taking?26 min Health, strength and a long life — can extra vitamins really deliver? In Good Shape takes a closer look at popular pills like zinc and... 2. From childbirth to recovery: What we need to talk about26 min A vaginal birth involves several incredible but complex processes that come with risks. We break it down step by step. Plus: How exerci... 3. Making healthier and happier choices for a better life!26 min Enjoying life is often associated with unhealthy things: sugar, fat, alcohol and lazing around. But pleasure plays a vital role in ment... 4. Difficulty breathing, a painful cough? Lungs' warning signs26 min A cough is common with a cold. But persistent coughing, shortness of breath, or chest pain could signal pneumonia, whooping cough, or e... 5. C-sections, complications, and postpartum depression26 min From unnecessary C-sections to poorly healed C-section scars and depression — many women face stressful interventions and emotional cri... 6. What viruses do to our bodies — and how to stay protected26 min How can an HIV positive woman give birth to a healthy baby? With proper medical care and antiretroviral therapy, a safe pregnancy is po... 7. Why how we chew our food matters for our health26 min It's not only what we eat or when we eat it — how we chew matters too. Discover the latest research on how eating habits shape digestio... 8. Mental health: Ill or just wired differently?26 min Is a lack of concentration a sign of ADHD? Is a spell of feeling down actually depression? In Good Shape looks at mental health and neu... 9. Good skin care, skin cancer screenings and removing tattoos26 min What's the best skincare routine for your skin type? Plus: AI-assisted skin screenings, removing unwanted tattoos, and tackling herpes... 10. A closer look at health trends26 min Diet breads for weight loss, magic exercises for strong muscles, secret tricks for skin and hair: Many tips on the web are ineffective,... 11. Alternative healing methods26 min Can plants help with inflammation or cancer? What can manual therapy do for pain? Is coffee good for circulation? In Good Shape puts th... 12. What your mouth can reveal about your health26 min Mouth ulcers, gum disease, cavities; even the tongue — can provide warnings of diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Learn what your mou... 13. How to grow old healthily!26 min How do your diet and lifestyle affect how you age? Can cosmetics keep your skin looking youthful? In Good Shape looks at longevity and...

1. The best things you can do for back pain26 min A bad back often has no clear physical cause — but what often helps is movement. In Good Shape looks at what actually matters in back t... 2. How longevity begins with prevention26 min Learn how bleeding gums and an unbalanced gut microbiome could be impacting your health, from your immune system to mental health. Plus... 3. The different styles of fitness26 min Why do some people love intense workouts while others struggle to get moving? We look at fitness personalities, CrossFit, exercise addi... 4. The dark side of aesthetic surgery trends26 min Aesthetic surgeries and treatments are booming — but what can enhancing your beauty really cost you? DW Science looks at the risks to w... 5. Gender gap in healthcare26 min Women are disadvantaged in healthcare — in some cases due to different symptoms in women than in men. This is especially true for heart... 6. Medical gaslighting: How rare diseases can go undiagnosed26 min Chronic diarrhea, dizziness, and a racing heart — but no diagnosis? DW explores rare diseases, medical gaslighting, and the patients wh... 7. How breaking taboos can help us heal and be a game-changer26 min From hemorrhoids to depression: taboos can stop us from seeking help on health problems. We show how inhibitions can prolong suffering... 8. The hidden world inside your mouth26 min What does the tongue do? How do we keep teeth and gums healthy? And are tools like interdental brushes and aligners really useful? 9. Creativity, culture and new opportunities26 min How are African creatives turning tradition into opportunity? From world-famous art and Nigerian textiles to dance, fashion and photogr... 10. What effects do snacks have on your brain26 min Sugar and fat consumption may alter the brain's reward system and drive cravings for more. Plus: the truth about collagen supplements a... 11. When the immune system goes rogue26 min Allergies and autoimmune diseases: how the body and mind suffer — and what really helps. Patients, experts and tips on In Good Shape. 12. Self-optimization: which hacks are worth the hype?26 min Track your sleep, optimize your diet, boost your performance. Millions are chasing a better, healthier life. But when does self-improve... 13. A journey through lung health26 min A remarkable survival story opens this episode, followed by a look at how our lungs affect more than we think. Plus: Sleep apnea, cance...

1. From pleasure to compulsion: How addictions take control26 min Cocaine and heroin are addictive. But smartphones, shopping, gaming and even work can also become compulsive. In Good Shape explores ho... 2. Blood vessels: What happens inside this hidden network?26 min Blood vessels deliver oxygen and nutrients to every cell in the body. How does the circulatory system work, what causes varicose veins,... 3. Focus, calm and flow; The science behind relaxation26 min The vagus nerve connects the brain to the organs. Stimulating it can be beneficial - but some social media hacks lack science to back t... 4. How healthy are your feet?26 min Many of us take our feet for granted — until they hurt! In Good Shape finds out how to keep our feet healthy and strong, and what happe... 5. Sex and dating: Things everyone should know26 min Sex in pregnancy: Is it safe and how best to do it? Plus: dating in museums and supermarkets – and why sexually transmitted infections...