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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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
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
Regeneration is needed after exercise.
Sports

Regeneration after exercise: Information & tips for muscles etc.

It’s not just professionals who can train hard. Even amateur athletes often push themselves to their limits, put every spare minute into training and are constantly trying to improve. Keyword: Weekend Warriors. In other words, people who hardly...
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Klaus Molidor
from Klaus Molidor
on 03.06.2024
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Omega 3 during pregnancy: EPA & DHA for pregnant women

Omega 3 fatty acids – especially DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) – are essential for healthy development, which is why they play a major role in pregnancy. The omega 3 fatty acid DHA in particular plays a decisive role...
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Camilla Freinek
from Camilla Freinek, BSc MSc
on 31.05.2024
Micronutrients

Omega 3 fatty acids: Daily requirement and effect

Omega 3 fatty acids are essential fats. No other nutrient has experienced a comparable paradigm shift in nutritional science. For a long time all fats had a bad image, but nutritionists today stress the incredible health value of omega 3 fatty acids...
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Camilla Freinek
from Camilla Freinek, BSc MSc
on 30.05.2024
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