Guide

Want to learn more about BIOGENA and the multifaceted world of micronutrients and expand your health knowledge? In our blog, you will not only find exciting contributions to the topic of vitamins and minerals, etc., we will also keep you informed on an ongoing basis about the latest news from research and summarise study results briefly and comprehensibly.

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Thyroid - Butterfly
Health

The thyroid gland – our energy manager

The human thyroid gland is a small organ a few centimetres in size, the two wings of which mould to the trachea in the area of the larynx. The characteristic name originates from the physicians of ancient Greece who recognised a shield (thyreoides =...
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from Dr. Michael Kohlberger, BSc, MSc
on 23.07.2024
Vitamin C deficiency
Micronutrients

Vitamin C deficiency: Symptoms, consequences and treatment

Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is an essential vitamin that plays a crucial role in our health. It supports the immune system, promotes wound healing, protects against free radicals and is essential for collagen formation, which is...
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from Mag. pharm. Ines Schachenhofer
on 22.07.2024
L-Carnitine
Micronutrients

L-carnitine: Effect, intake, dosage & more

Energy, strength, fat burning – everything that sports people strive for. In energy metabolism, there is a compound that is absolutely necessary for burning fat when exercising: L-carnitine. The vitamin-like compound has an effect on many other...
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Klaus Molidor
from Klaus Molidor
on 18.07.2024
Zinc
Micronutrients

Zinc - impact, sources & use

Whether eyes, skin or immune system - zinc is essential in many situations. More about the multifaceted trace element in our current portrait.
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 15.07.2024
Proteins
Sports

Protein – requirements, function and occurrence

Proteins are the most important building blocks of our body. It is no coincidence that the term ‘protein’ comes from the Greek word ‘proteios’, which means ‘fundamental, primary’. And indeed, proteins play a fundamental role in the human...
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Klaus Molidor
from Klaus Molidor
on 03.07.2024
Athletes who take protein powder compare themselves
Sports

Which protein powder is best? - Comparison of protein powders

Protein powder is available almost everywhere. However, consumers generally do not want to take just any protein powder, but want the best for themselves. But which is the best?
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 02.07.2024
Well-provided female athlete
Sports

Eating before or after exercise? Which is better?

Is it better to eat before or after exercise? This cannot actually be answered in a general way, because both methods can be correct. Finally, it’s also about the time span that includes the “before” and the “after”. And it’s about the...
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Klaus Molidor
from Klaus Molidor
on 01.07.2024
Micronutrients

Folic acid – why this vitamin is so important before and during pregnancy

Folic acid. The need for the water-soluble B vitamin increases by a whopping 83% during pregnancy. This huge increase only gives an idea of the major role folic acid plays in the development of new life. However, even women who are only in the...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 26.06.2024
Spirulina
Micronutrients

Spirulina: Effect and intake of blue algae

For millennia, spirulina kelp has been a traditional source of food for some indigenous cultures in Africa and Central America. However, in recent years this small power pack has also gained in popularity in the Western world. No wonder, because the...
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Camilla Freinek
from Camilla Freinek, BSc MSc
on 25.06.2024
Supplements

Micronutrients for the holiday

This year too, holidays are a hot topic. We have some practical tips for your next trip and will show you why you should ensure sufficient micronutrient care before you start your holiday.
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Camilla Freinek
from Camilla Freinek, BSc MSc
on 25.06.2024
Man taking folic acid
Micronutrients

Folic acid for men: Effect on fertility

Although folic acid is often associated with female health, recent studies show that this nutrient can also positively affect male fertility. In our article, we go into more detail about the importance of folic acid for men.
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from Dr. Michael Kohlberger, BSc, MSc
on 24.06.2024
Probiotics
Micronutrients

Probiotics - good for the intestines and the intestinal flora

Probiotics are fascinating. Not only can these microscopically small microorganisms strengthen our intestines with their intestinal flora, but they also have a health-promoting effect in other parts of the body.
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Michael Wäger
from Michael Wäger, BSc, MSc
on 21.06.2024