Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
The fascinating world of micronutrients and emotional health topics is a great passion of the post-graduate nutritionist. The zealous wordsmith skillfully puts together contributions from various scientific sources, explaining complex topics in easily accessible terms. She is also a dedicated mum to two children.
Micronutrients
Astragalus (Tragacanth) - benefits and how to take it
Astragalus is a classic in traditional Chinese teaching designed to strengthen life energy and boost defences. However, the properties of Astragalus have also become more widespread in modern times, and above all, provide hope for allergy sufferers.
Micronutrients
Collagen & its effects on the whole body
Collagen is supposed to smooth our skin, make our joints resilient and tune our body composition. But what actually is collagen? What effect does it have and how is it best used?
Micronutrients
Echinacea – about the healing properties of the coneflower
Echinacea (coneflower) is a member of the daisy family and is full of flower power. The native peoples of North America were already aware of the healing properties of the wild plant native to their region. In the meantime, the immune-boosting...
Skin & Beauty
Slow Aging – how to slow down the aging of your skin
Wrinkles and pigment spots are not our enemies, but our skin's companions. Instead of fighting them, we show you how you can gently and naturally slow down the aging process – without fillers or Botox, but with a lot of knowledge and care –...
Micronutrients
Nattokinase – benefit, effect and use of the enzyme
Nattokinase has been valued in Japan for its health benefits for a long time. Find out more about the enzyme and the positive effects that can be expected from it.
Skin & Beauty
Glow coffee – scientifically proven effects or beauty lies?
On social media you can hardly ignore the trend: Glow coffee – coffee enriched primarily with collagen, but also with other beauty nutrients, which enjoys great popularity as a “beauty coffee”. It is designed to bring a fresh glow to your face...
Micronutrients
Best iron supplement – what makes them stand out?
There are worlds of difference between the different types of iron. To understand this, it’s worth learning more about heavy metals before buying a food supplement. We explain what to look out for and present our test winner to you.
Sports
How to improve your endurance - effective tools & tips for better performance
Whether it’s running, cycling or swimming, aerobic exercise keeps us fit and healthy. Find out here what you can do to improve your endurance and more.
Skin & Beauty
Collagen for joints: The key to healthy cartilage and bones
Joint pain and degenerative diseases such as osteoarthritis affect many people, especially with advancing age. Collagen is one of the most important proteins for the health of joints, cartilage and bones. It represents the basic framework for the...
Micronutrients
Ashwagandha – a closer look at the sleep berry
Ashwagandha, a member of the nightshade family, has numerous beneficial effects on the body. The sleep berry is used primarily to combat stress and to support vitality. Its popularity is growing in modern times as well. Here, the origin and health...
Micronutrients
Iron deficiency: Causes, symptoms and what you can do
Iron deficiency is widespread worldwide and yet it is still misunderstood. It is estimated that more than 1.5 billion people suffer from iron deficiency, which slows them down physically and mentally in life. A blog about iron deficiency, causes and...
Micronutrients
Magnesium intake & dosage – what you need to know
Whether as an anti-stress helper, training partner or for calf cramps, magnesium promotes health and well-being in many ways. More and more people are therefore relying on magnesium preparations. But when is the best time to take it and what do you...
