Supplements and vitamins for more energy

Feeling like your energy could use a little boost? Good news: there is something you can do. Certain vitamins and minerals play a key role in how energized and resilient you feel throughout the day. Here's what to look out for:

B1, B2, B6 and B12 – these power players help convert food into usable energy and support your nervous system. They also help reduce tiredness and fatigue. A great pick if your mental or physical to-do list keeps growing.

Whether you’re stressed or working out hard, magnesium supports normal muscle function and plays a role in your energy metabolism. Basically: your go-to for high-demand days.

Iron supports oxygen transport in your body – and that’s key for cellular energy production. Without enough iron, your energy can hit a wall.

Sure, it's great for your immune system. But vitamin C also helps reduce tiredness and supports iron absorption – both essential for energy balance.

Not a classic energy vitamin, but still worth noting: too little vitamin D can drag down your mood and increase oxidative stress in muscles. You’ll feel that – in the form of low energy.

Sometimes your body needs more than just the basics – especially during intense physical or mental demands. These vital substances are there to lift your energy when it really matters:

Coenzyme Q10 plays a crucial role in your energy production. But your body makes less of it with age or intense training. Ubiquinol, the active form of Q10, can help replenish those levels.

Sprint, lift, repeat: creatine provides your muscles with fast, ready-to-use energy. Perfect for short, intense bursts of performance.

Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is your cells’ main energy currency. The more you have, the stronger your physical output – especially during high-intensity movement.

L-carnitine helps transport fatty acids into your cells’ energy centers – your mitochondria. Ideal for endurance activities or active days.

Leucine, valine and isoleucine – better known as BCAAs – fuel you through tough workouts and support muscle recovery and growth.

Looking for lasting focus without the crash? Guarana delivers natural caffeine that’s released more slowly than coffee – for smooth, sustained mental energy.

Ashwagandha helps your body cope with stress and supports recovery and performance. Studies show it can even improve oxygen supply to your muscles.

Traditionally used for vitality, stamina and hormonal balance, Maca brings plant-based energy into your day – great if you want to stay naturally energized.

Pushing hard but running low on fuel?

Sometimes your body just needs more – more energy, more focus, more drive. That’s where our BIOGENA energy supplements come in: science-backed, nutrient-rich, and tailored to your goals. Whether you’re going all-in at work or going full-power in your workout – we’ve got the micronutrients to help unlock your potential.

And because we know your lifestyle matters, we prioritize vegan formulas wherever possible. So you can support your energy – without compromise.

No fillers, no unnecessary additives. Just pure performance – unlike many conventional energy pills or tablets.

Energy is essential – but the way to get there? That’s personal.

The right micronutrient mix depends on your lifestyle, body, and goals. For example:

Young women often need to keep an eye on iron – a key player in oxygen supply and energy metabolism.
Men may focus more on strength, recovery and peak performance – and benefit from performance combos with creatine, PEAK ATP® and L-carnitine.

At BIOGENA, supplementing means personalized, scientifically grounded support that fits your life. We help you find your perfect energy formula – your way.

You choose what drives you. We provide the nutrient power to back it up.

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