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Micronutrients

Vitamin A: Need, effect & deficiency

ByLisa Ressi, MSc•4 Reading time

Vitamin A is an essential vitamin that plays a key role in numerous bodily functions. In this article, you will learn everything you need to know about the requirements, effects and possible consequences of a vitamin A deficiency.

Micronutrients

Frankincense: Discover the health benefits of the boswellia extract

ByMag. Margit Weichselbraun•4 Reading time

Frankincense is a resin that has been valued for thousands of years and is extracted from trees of the Boswellia genus. Frankincense is attracting more and more attention, especially as a dietary supplement. But how exactly does frankincense work and what should you bear in mind when taking it?

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

How to get pregnant: Key tips for boosting your fertility

ByMag. Margit Weichselbraun•9 Reading time

The path to the desired child is not always easy. In this article, we explain the female cycle in an understandable way and highlight various approaches that are based on scientific findings and can holistically promote fertility for women and men.

Better Living

How to increase testosterone: Tips for naturally increasing your testosterone levels

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

When mature men lose their drive, it's time to boost their testosterone levels. Find out more about the role of testosterone in the human body and how you can increase testosterone levels naturally.

Micronutrients

Selenium deficiency – symptoms, causes and how to rectify it

ByMag. Margit Weichselbraun•6 Reading time

Without selenium, many of our metabolic processes would grind to a halt. But how does a selenium deficiency manifest itself? And how can it be remedied?

Micronutrients

What is selenium and how it benefits your health

ByMag. Margit Weichselbraun•10 Reading time

The mineral selenium was discovered in 1818 by the Swedish chemist Berzelius. 200 years later, its potential has still not been fully explored. Find out more about the trace element and what you should look out for.

Micronutrients

Milk thistle: Benefits, effect and side effects

ByLisa Ressi, MSc•3 Reading time

Milk thistle is one of the best-known medicinal plants that plays an important role in naturopathy. But what are the actual effects of milk thistle and are there any side effects? In this article, we shed light on the different aspects of this fascinating plant.

Micronutrients

Vitamin E: Discover the benefits for skin, cells & immunity

ByMag. Margit Weichselbraun•5 Reading time

What exactly is vitamin E and why is it so important for our health? We shed light on the many benefits for our body, its various sources and the optimal intake of vitamin E.

Micronutrients

Cordyceps: The Chinese caterpillar mushroom & its effect

ByMag. Kristiina Singer, MSc•4 Reading time

Cordyceps sinensis, also known as Chinese caterpillar fungus, is a remarkable medicinal mushroom that has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for centuries. Learn all about the various effects of this extraordinary mushroom and how it can support your health.