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What’s the best creatine supplement? Here’s what to look for!

ByDr. Michael Kohlberger, BSc, MSc•4 Reading time

Which creatine is the best? With so many powders, forms and promises to choose from, it's often not that easy to decide. We shed some light on the matter: in this article, we show you what really matters – and how to recognise high-quality creatine.

Nutrition

Calcium sources for vegans: tips for the right nutrition & food choice

ByDr. Michael Kohlberger, BSc, MSc•6 Reading time

There are a few important points that vegans should keep in mind when it comes to nutrition in order to ensure an adequate calcium intake. In this article, we clarify common misconceptions and provide valuable tips on how you can optimally meet your calcium needs – without any animal products.

Micronutrients

Chromium: benefits, deficiency, intake and requirements

ByLisa Ressi, MSc•3 Reading time

Chromium is one of those essential trace elements that our body only needs in small amounts, but which it cannot do without. We tell you everything you need to know about the effects of chromium, signs of deficiency, actual requirements and whether dietary supplements can be useful.

Micronutrients

Can magnesium really help with anxiety and depression?

ByMag. Margit Weichselbraun•7 Reading time

Magnesium and anxiety or depression are closely related. This article explains exactly how. We also show you why magnesium can help with anxiety and anxiety disorders and why, conversely, low mood and insecurity are not uncommon in cases of magnesium deficiency.

Sports

Female muscle growth: tips on nutrition, training and supplements

ByDr. Michael Kohlberger, BSc, MSc•8 Reading time

Here you can find out why building muscle is particularly beneficial for women, what role nutrition plays in this process, and what your training programme could look like.

Skin & Beauty

The gut-skin axis: how gut health and skin are connected

ByMag. Margit Weichselbraun•5 Reading time

What do your gut and your skin have in common? More than you might think. Find out exactly what on our journey through the skin-gut axis.

Skin & Beauty

All you need to know about the benefits of glycine

ByMag. Kristiina Singer, MSc•4 Reading time

We'll take you on a journey into the world of glycine, explain what lies behind its role, why it works so well in combination with collagen – and how you can easily integrate it into your routine.

Skin & Beauty

Everything you need to know about type 1 collagen

ByMag. Margit Weichselbraun•5 Reading time

More and more people are discovering collagen for themselves and their bodies. And more and more are taking a closer look at this vital substance – and eventually come across the different types of collagen. One of these is called type 1.

Micronutrients

Vitamin D and obesity: Is there a connection?

ByMag. Margit Weichselbraun•1 Reading time

Are you familiar with the chicken-and-egg dilemma? That's exactly how the discussion surrounding vitamin D and obesity feels. Which comes first: low vitamin D levels or those extra pounds on the scales?