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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Micronutrients

Biotin (Vitamin H) – for hair and skin

Biotin for skin and hair: A question of beauty. When it comes to nutritive care, biotin is simply a must. But what is biotin, which essential role does this water-soluble vitamin play and where is it contained?In this article you will learn...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 18.06.2025
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Skin & Beauty

‘Vegan collagen’ – the plant-based alternative and its effect

Collagen supplements are considered the key to firm skin, but they are obtained from animal sources – a clear contradiction to vegan and animal-friendly principles. But what if there were a plant-based or vegetarian alternative that was just as...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 11.04.2025
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Sports

Sports & nutrition: how to combine them effectively

Sport and nutrition belong together. The right nutrients not only help you reach your full potential, but also recover faster and stay healthy in the long term. Here you can find out how to tailor your diet to your training – explained simply and...
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from Redaktion
on 10.04.2025
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Sports

Protein shake: before or after workout?

If you exercise regularly, you've probably asked yourself this question before: Should I drink my protein shake before or after my workout? The answer isn't as clear-cut as you might think – because both options have their advantages. In this...
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from Redaktion
on 08.04.2025
Skin & Beauty

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

What do your gut and skin have in common? Quite a lot! Both are densely populated microbiome worlds – and key players in your well-being. Around one trillion microorganisms live in every gram of tissue in your large intestine. And your skin is...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 31.03.2025
Health

Spring fatigue: what lies behind the symptoms and which vitamins and nutrients can help

Birds are singing, flowers are blooming and the scent of a fresh start is in the air – it's springtime at last! While some of us are bursting with energy, others are hit by the notorious springtime fatigue. But what causes this low point, what are...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 27.03.2025
Skin & Beauty

Can collagen help with cellulite?

Almost every woman is familiar with it: cellulite – or, as we also call it, orange peel skin. It's perfectly normal, but nevertheless many of us would like to have slightly smoother skin. And then there's this huge hype: collagen! But does it...
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from Dr. Katharina Medek
on 26.03.2025
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Low testosterone: symptoms, causes and treatments

Testosterone is much more than just the ‘male hormone’. It plays a central role in many bodily functions – from muscle building to mood to bone health. But what happens when the body produces too little testosterone? A testosterone deficiency,...
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Camilla Freinek
from Camilla Freinek, BSc MSc
on 21.03.2025
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Micronutrients

Alpha lipoic acid: benefits, intake, dosage & co.

Alpha-lipoic acid is considered a versatile antioxidant and is increasingly valued for its positive effects on the body. Whether supporting energy metabolism, protecting nerves or promoting insulin sensitivity, the sulfur-containing fatty acid...
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from Lisa Ressi, MSc
on 04.03.2025
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Health

How to increase your metabolism: protein-rich nutrition and sport as influencing factors

An active metabolism is the key to more energy, a greater sense of well-being and a healthy body weight. Many people are looking for ways to boost their metabolism in order to lose weight or simply feel more energetic. But what exactly is...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 28.02.2025
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Biohacking

The role of biohacking supplements

Biohackers strive to better understand their bodies and to optimise their functions in a targeted way. After all, the more you know about your own biological processes, the more effectively you can support them. In particular, micronutrient status...
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from Daniel Donhauser
on 21.02.2025
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Micronutrients

Ashwagandha benefits for women: libido, menopause, pregnancy, breastfeeding etc.

Ashwagandha is also known as the sleep berry or Withania somnifera and is a plant that has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years. For women in particular, ashwagandha offers a range of potential benefits – from supporting hormonal...
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from Lisa Ressi, MSc
on 19.02.2025