“My best health” blog

Micronutrients

Can you get enough vitamin D from the sun?

ByMag. Kristiina Singer, MSc•4 Reading time

Vitamin D plays a crucial role in our health. But is it even possible to achieve a sufficiently high vitamin D level through sun exposure? How can we truly meet our vitamin D needs? We'll explain.

Micronutrients

Golden root: the calming effect of Rhodiola rosea

ByMag. Margit Weichselbraun•4 Reading time

Rhodiola rosea, also known as rose root, has gained a reputation in recent years as a natural remedy for promoting mental and physical health. In this article, you'll learn all about its calming effects.

Better Living | Nutrition

Allergies: causes, symptoms and natural remedies

ByMag. Margit Weichselbraun•6 Reading time

Sneezing, a runny nose, itching. When our immune system launches bombs and grenades at harmless mosquitoes, we're in the midst of an allergy—physical collateral damage included. But what exactly is an allergy? And what causes it?

Micronutrients

Astragalus (Tragacanth) - benefits and how to take it

ByMag. Margit Weichselbraun•5 Reading time

Heutzutage hat auch der Westen die wohltuenden Eigenschaften des monogolischen Tragants für sich entdeckt und verwendet das Extrakt seiner Wurzeln nicht nur als Kräftigungsmittel, sondern auch bei Allergien, Heuschnupfen und anderen Stress. Unser Portrait über eine Traditionswurzel, die selbst modernen Zeiten gewachsen ist.

Sports | Micronutrients

Creatine: The benefits, what it does and dosage

ByDr. Michael Kohlberger, BSc, MSc•8 Reading time

Creatine is said to boost performance, especially in high-intensity sprint, interval, and strength sports, making it a potential game-changer. Learn more about this vital fuel and what to consider when taking it.

Nutrition | Anti-Stress & Well-being

Histamine intolerance and stress

ByMag. Margit Weichselbraun•4 Reading time

Stress is omnipresent. But what many people don't realize is that stress can also affect histamine regulation in the body, thus worsening or even triggering symptoms of histamine intolerance. In this article, we take a look at the mechanisms behind this phenomenon.

Micronutrients

Griffonia Simplicifolia plant: effect, use and dosage

ByMag. Margit Weichselbraun•3 Reading time

Griffonia simplicifolia, also known as the African black bean, has gained increasing popularity in recent years. It is particularly valued for its potential positive effects on mental health. But what is the true meaning behind this plant?

Better Living | Nutrition

Metabolism explained: types, function & influences

ByMag. Margit Weichselbraun•6 Reading time

Our health is closely linked to our metabolic processes. These determine which food components our body can convert into energy. Equally crucial is our body's ability to efficiently excrete the unusable end products of metabolism.

Nutrition

Probiotics for weight loss – experiences from studies and how they help

ByMag. Margit Weichselbraun•7 Reading time

In addition to complex hormonal, metabolic, and psychological factors, the gut microbiome also plays a role in weight balance. We explain how you can use probiotics specifically for weight loss!