Iron preparations that enter the body via several pathways are usually best absorbed. Therefore, products containing different iron forms such as organic iron bisglycinate and vegetable iron should be used to ensure the best possible iron supply. By combining with vitamin C, iron absorption can be further optimised. 

If you want to strengthen the connective tissue on your stomach, you can massage this area and apply special creams to it. In addition, it makes sense to take measures that support the connective tissue throughout the body: collagen and vitamin C supplements, a balanced diet, sufficient fluids and some exercise.   

For many vitamins, it is not possible to overdose because the body naturally excretes the excess. The group of fat-soluble vitamins (e.g. vitamin A) is an exception. Here, it is particularly important that the recommended dosage be followed. Good manufacturers also provide extensive advice on their products. This minimises the risk of overdose.

While organic selenium can be mixed with other supplements without any problems, sodium selenite should not be taken at the same time as high doses of vitamin C, as this can affect the availability of selenium – in this case, waiting one hour is recommended. The same applies to simultaneous consumption with high-dose trace elements (e.g. zinc).

A diet that is bone strengthening is characterised by a low level of meat, sausage, fat, sugar and salt and is rich in vegetables, fruits, nuts, legumes and whole grain products. Nonetheless, there are still problems when it comes to eating a healthy bone-strengthening diet. These mainly includes an adequate supply of vitamin D, which should be ensured in a targeted manner via nutrient supplements.

The following applies to all iron preparations: never take with milk or dairy products. You should also avoid taking them together with black or green tea because these can bind the iron and thus impair its absorption. Orange juice can increase iron absorption because of the vitamin C it contains. For all food supplements, the recommended dosage of the preparation should generally be complied with to avoid complications.

It is true that a balanced and healthy diet supplies us with nearly all the micronutrients, vitamins and minerals that we need. However, some people in special situations in life have a greater need for micronutrients, such as, for example, athletes, young people in growth phases, pregnant women, but also people who cannot eat some foods (intolerances) or do not wish to do so (e.g. vegetarians). For them, it is very difficult to get their required daily supply via their diet alone. Pregnant women, for example, need more folic acid and the omega-3 fatty acid DHA – in amounts that are difficult to get via a normal, balanced diet. Vegetarians can have difficulties covering their need of vitamin B12. People suffering from lactose intolerance often have a lack of calcium.

To meet your daily calcium requirements as a vegan, you should include enough foods in your diet that are rich in calcium. These include: kale, pak choi, Chinese cabbage, rocket, nettles, broccoli, mineral water, cocoa powder, pistachios, sesame seeds, chia seeds, poppy seeds, flax seeds, almonds, hazelnuts and calcium-enriched soya milk, almond milk, oat milk or tofu. Other beneficial foods include whole grains, pseudograins, legumes, sweet potatoes, leafy vegetables, other nuts and seeds. You should also pay attention to your vitamin D status, as otherwise calcium absorption could be impaired.

Yes, iron can easily be taken with amino acids. The combination of iron with sulphurous amino acids is actually highly recommended, as this can increase the iron absorption into the body.

Biogena capsules are not designed for opening and directly swallowing the active ingredient powder they contain. If possible, you should – as intended – swallow the capsule as a whole. In exceptional cases, such as, for example, if you have trouble swallowing the capsule, our powder preparations can be opened by pulling the two halves of the capsule apart. The active ingredient powder can be stirred into water, still mineral water or herbal tea and should be consumed immediately. Since black tea, coke or fruit juices can inhibit the absorption of the active ingredient in the body, they are not suitable for mixing. It is not possible to open the capsule for all Biogena products, however. No enzyme preparations should be opened (DigestioCym® 200 vegetarisch, BromeZym® Zink 10, ConfiZym® and DoloZym® forte Gold, LactroZym® and DAOZym®), nor probiotics (Omni Lactis® 20 Gold and Omni Lactis® 20 Pur Gold). In the case of iron (Ferrogena® 10, QuattroFerrin® 21, SmartFerrin® B12, MoFerrin® 21, Iron & Vitamin C), opening is also not recommended since it can cause the teeth to be stained.