Mag. Margit Weichselbraun

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.

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Best iron supplements
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.
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 13.11.2024
How to improve endurance for skiing
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.
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 05.11.2024
Woman who takes collagen for her joints
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...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 28.10.2024
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...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 23.10.2024
Blog magnesium intake
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...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 11.10.2024
Skin & Beauty

Collagen hydrolysate or conventional collagen: what works better

What is the difference between collagen and hydrolysed collagen? Or are they the same? Customers who are interested in beauty asks us this question repeatedly. Let us throw some light on the matter.
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 04.10.2024
Sports

Magnesium & Sport - the secret behind peak athletic performance

In sports, magnesium may not be in the spotlight like protein or carbohydrates, but for athletes, it is a real game-changer because this mineral ensures that you achieve your best performance in sports. It is involved in over 300 biochemical...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 02.10.2024
Frankincense
Micronutrients

Frankincense: Effect of Boswellia extract

Frankincense, also known as Olibanum, is a resin that has been prized for thousands of years and is obtained from the trees of the Boswellia genus. Frankincense is becoming increasingly popular as a food supplement. The main active ingredients, the...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 13.09.2024
Falling pregnant: tips for women and men on how to achieve baby bliss
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Getting pregnant: Advice for men and women trying for a baby

The path to the child of your dreams is not always easy. In this article, the female cycle is explained in a comprehensible way and we examine various approaches that are based on scientific knowledge and can holistically promote fertility for women...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 10.09.2024
Woman with selenium deficiency
Micronutrients

Selenium deficiency – symptoms, causes and how to rectify it

Selenium is only needed in trace amounts, but a lack can damage the entire organism. How a selenium deficiency manifests itself and how it can be remedied.
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 04.09.2024
Selenium
Micronutrients

Selenium – effect, need, sources & application

Selenium Not only does the mineral shine visually. It also shines within our body. Learn more about the essential trace element.
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 28.08.2024
Zinc deficiency
Micronutrients

Zinc deficiency - causes, symptoms & how to remedy it

Poor wound healing, increased hair loss, weak immune system? This could be due to zinc deficiency. But what causes this deficiency? And how can it be remedied?
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 13.08.2024
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Camilla Freinek, BSc MSc
Camilla Freinek, BSc MSc
Camilla Freinek completed her studies in biology, specialising in cell biology and microbiology, and then devoted herself to research. She has been pursuing her passion in the BIOGENA science team since 2018 – the communication of current...
Michael Wäger, BSc, MSc
Michael Wäger, BSc, MSc
Since April 2013, Michael Wäger, a qualified nutrition scientist and biochemist, has been part of BIOGENA and, as the scientific head of the Biogena-Group, is happy to write scientifically sound blog posts because he considers it particularly...
Dr. Michael Kohlberger, BSc, MSc
Dr. Michael Kohlberger, BSc, MSc
Michael Kohlberger is a scientist specialising in the field of medical biology. After spending several years working in the lab, he discovered his passion for scientific communication. As a member of the BIOGENA science team, he engages critically...
Lisa Ressi, MSc
Lisa Ressi, MSc
Lisa Ressi is a certified Health & Care Nurse with a Master's degree in Health Sciences. Her heart has been in micronutrients for over 20 years. During her work as a freelance health and care nurse, she also gained a lot of practical...
Redaktion
Redaktion
The BIOGENA editorial team is pleased to inform you about all current events and company news: Press articles, new products and much more.
Mag. Kristiina Singer, MSc
Mag. Kristiina Singer, MSc
Kristiina Singer specialises in clinical nutritional medicine. Her special interest focuses on the possibilities of functional nutrition and orthomolecular medicine. She has been part of the BIOGENA family since 2015, first as a scientific...
Klaus Molidor
Klaus Molidor
Klaus Molidor has been reporting on professional and amateur sports for more than 20 years for daily and weekly newspapers, as well as magazines. He is himself a passionate marathon runner and delves deeply into all topics related to sports.
Dr. Rebecca Göngrich
Rebecca Göngrich studied biology with a focus on biochemistry and completed her doctoral thesis in the field of biotechnology. She has long been passionate about micronutrients – small molecules that can have a big impact. The expertise she has...
Mag. pharm. Ines Schachenhofer
Mag. pharm. Ines Schachenhofer
Ines Schachenhofer completed her pharmacy studies at the University of Graz. Whilst writing her thesis, she gained experience in the pharmaceutical industry. After that, she worked in a pharmacy for several years, where she learned a lot about the...
Daniel Donhauser
Daniel Donhauser
Daniel Donhauser studied economics and business administration. As a former strategy consultant in the health insurance and healthcare sector, he became familiar with the challenges of our current healthcare system early on. After working as Chief...
Dr. Katharina Medek
Dr. Katharina Medek
Dr Katharina Medek studied medicine in Innsbruck and, after spending time in Vienna and Zurich, is now back in her hometown of Salzburg, where she works as a specialist in dermatology in her own private practice at the p-Health – Zentrum für...
Ivonne Teufl
Ivonne Teufl
For Ivonne, the job of a midwife is more of a calling than a profession. Since 2013, she has been guiding women and families through this special phase of life. As a trained fitness instructor, she also recognizes the importance of micronutrients as...
Dr. Anna Sternbauer
Dr. Anna Sternbauer
Dr Anna Sternbauer studied medicine in Vienna and is currently training to become a paediatrician. With her ÖGOM certificate from the Austrian Society for Orthomolecular Medicine and her qualification as a certified micronutrient coach at BIOGENA,...