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Micronutrients

Nattokinase: benefits, side effects and usage of the enzyme

ByMag. Margit Weichselbraun•8 Reading time

Due to its blood-thinning properties, the enzyme nattokinase has increasingly attracted scientific attention in recent decades. Learn more about nattokinase, why it is so valuable for human health, and what you should pay attention to when taking it.

Micronutrients

Can you absorb vitamin D from a tanning bed: fact or fiction?

ByMag. Kristiina Singer, MSc•2 Reading time

Especially in the winter months, when sunlight is scarce, the idea of alternatives to natural sun exposure becomes tempting. One frequently discussed option is the tanning bed. But can you actually produce vitamin D in a tanning bed, or is that a myth?

Skin & Beauty

Glow coffee – scientifically proven effects or beauty lies?

ByMag. Margit Weichselbraun•6 Reading time

We take a closer look at the trend: how does Glow Coffee work and is there scientific evidence of its positive effect on skin, hair and nails?

Micronutrients

Antioxidants: benefits, effects and natural sources

ByMag. Margit Weichselbraun•6 Reading time

Przeciwutleniacze są substancjami chroniącymi przed wolnymi rodnikami i wiele można się o nich dowiedzieć. Poniżej dowiesz się więcej o tych substancjach, znanych również jako wymiatacze wolnych rodników, oraz o ich występowaniu w żywności.

Micronutrients

Best iron supplement – what makes them stand out?

ByMag. Margit Weichselbraun•7 Reading time

There's a world of difference between iron and iron. To understand this, it's worth learning more about the heavy metal before purchasing a dietary supplement. We explain what to look for and present our test winner.

Micronutrients

Daily iron requirement: How much iron should you take each day?

ByMag. Margit Weichselbraun•3 Reading time

Iron is an essential trace element that plays a central role in our health. But how much iron do we need every day and how can we ensure that the body absorbs it optimally?

Micronutrients

Recommended iron intake: How and when is it best to take iron?

ByMag. Margit Weichselbraun•2 Reading time

When and how should you take iron to optimize absorption and minimize side effects? In this article, we take a closer look at the correct intake of iron supplements.

Sports

How to improve your endurance - effective tools & tips for better performance

ByMag. Margit Weichselbraun•11 Reading time

Endurance sport melts our kilos, keeps us fit and clears our heads. It is especially fun when the sweat-inducing workouts bear fruit and endurance improves. Find out more about effective means and tips that help to increase endurance.

Sports

ZMA – significance, effect & application for athletes

ByDr. Michael Kohlberger, BSc, MSc•4 Reading time

ZMA, a popular product among athletes, offers numerous benefits. But what exactly is ZMA, how does it affect the body and who should take it? In this article, you will learn everything about ZMA, its effects, dosage and use in sport.