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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Vitamin B12 for vegans
Micronutrients

Vitamin B12 for vegans: All you need to know

Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, should be used by people with a lacto-vegetarian or vegan diet. As a vegan or vegetarian with low milk and egg consumption, there is an increased risk of developing a deficiency. What are the sources of...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 16.06.2024
Vitamin B12 deficiency
Micronutrients

Vitamin B12 deficiency: Symptoms, causes & management

Do you often feel tired, forgetful or somehow off track? These symptoms could indicate a vitamin B12 deficiency! Vitamin B12 is essential for blood formation, cell renewal and a functioning nervous system. A severe deficiency can pose health risks....
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 15.06.2024
Vitamin B12 effect
Micronutrients

Vitamin B12 – effect, occurrence, daily requirement & values

Vitamin B12 is a real all-rounder – it can do much more than just support your nervous system! If you follow a vegan or vegetarian diet, it is particularly important to know how to get enough B12. We show you how to optimise your vitamin B12...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 14.06.2024
Mitochondria
Health

The mitochondria explained easily & tips for strengthening them

Whoever talks of life energy is also talking about the mitochondria. But what exactly are the mitochondria and how can their performance be optimised?
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 10.06.2024
Food supplement - capsule shell
Supplements

Supplements – Which are useful, tips and much more

Food supplements are popular among the population. But what are the benefits of these preparations? What differentiates them from each other? And how should you take them? We would like to clarify this.
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 29.05.2024
All about magnesium – effect, daily requirement and how to take it
Micronutrients

Magnesium – benefits, daily requirement & use

Magnesium may be a lightweight among metals, but it is a real heavyweight when it comes to health. Whether it's the nervous system, energy metabolism, muscle function, immune system or blood circulation – magnesium is involved in over 300 bodily...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 24.05.2024
Supplements

Magnesium tablets & Co. – the advantages and disadvantages of the pharmaceutical forms

Magnesium tablets, like magnesium capsules, are an established form of topping up your magnesium supply. Find out more about the advantages and disadvantages of these pharmaceutical forms here.
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 29.04.2024
Calf cramps
Sports

How to prevent and stop calf and leg cramps

Painful calf cramps force us unexpectedly to our knees – but why do they occur? And what can we do about them?
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 15.04.2024
Astaxanthin
Micronutrients

What is astaxanthin? – All about benefits, use & dosage

Astaxanthin not only colours wild salmon and crabs pink through their intake of microalgae, it also shines with its powers as a super antioxidant. A summary of the effect, application and dosage of the marine antioxidant.
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 11.04.2024
Health

Histamine intolerance: How to recognise histamine intolerance and what to do about it

Do you find that a glass of red wine, instead of relaxing you, gives you a runny nose? What sounds like an allergy could be a histamine intolerance – learn all about it here.
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 18.03.2024
Vitamin D for babies & newborns: yes or no?
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Vitamin D for babies & newborns: yes or no?

Breast milk and high-quality infant formula are perfectly tailored to the needs of babies. But why is vitamin D still recommended for little ones? Is it not enough to spend a lot of time outdoors with your baby and to absorb the vitamin through...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 14.03.2024
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Vitamin D in pregnancy

Vitamin D has been discussed for years. Its relevance is undisputed even before pregnancy. But why is vitamin D also important for expectant mothers, how high is the need when you are pregnant and what is there to consider when taking vitamin D? Let...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 07.03.2024
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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...
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...