Jörg Gero Grüner

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Jörg Gero Grüner

Health topics, simply explained and animated.

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Still aus DW-Beitrag 'So funktioniert die Haut '

Still aus DW-Beitrag 'So funktioniert die Haut '

How does the skin work?

Our skin isn't just a shell for the body – it's a living organ that performs lots of vital functions.

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A graphic illustration of the tongue and its taste buds in front of a green background

A graphic illustration of the tongue and its taste buds in front of a green background

The tongue — what's it doing in your mouth?

The tongue — what's it doing in your mouth?

We use our tongue to speak, eat and taste our food. But how does it work, and what exactly does it do all day?

A colourful illustration using animated components depicts how the lymphatic system works

A colourful illustration using animated components depicts how the lymphatic system works

How does our lymphatic system function?

How does our lymphatic system function?

The lymphatic system is indispensable to our immune system and also cleans up between our cells.

A graphic representation of a larynx (playfully adorned with a set of eyes and pigtail-type hair above them) on a turquoise sofa. On the left-hand side, an electric guitar with a claret body leans against the sofa.

A graphic representation of a larynx (playfully adorned with a set of eyes and pigtail-type hair above them) on a turquoise sofa. On the left-hand side, an electric guitar with a claret body leans against the sofa.

What is the larynx — and how does it work?

What is the larynx — and how does it work?

The larynx is a valve in your throat — and the secret behind the power and personality of your voice.

In Good Shape | DW Explainer Nerven 2

In Good Shape | DW Explainer Nerven 2

How do our nervous systems work?

How do our nervous systems work?

Why do we have so many nervous systems? When do the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems kick in?

Still aus DW-Beitrag ''Explainer Gelenke"

Still aus DW-Beitrag ''Explainer Gelenke"

Still aus DW-Beitrag ''Explainer Gelenke"

Still aus DW-Beitrag ''Explainer Gelenke"

How do our joints work?

How do our joints work?

Joints keep us flexible, but to work properly they need to be well-lubricated with synovial fluid.

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Is the spine a faulty construction?

Is the spine a faulty construction?

The spine supports your body, is extremely flexible, and protects the spinal cord - but it's also prone to pain.

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