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

Everything about vitamin C (ascorbic acid) – daily requirement, effect & use

Vitamin C is a vitamin for all seasons. This immunity classic is not only in demand during the cold season, it is also a warm weather vitamin, which proves its qualities either in the course of extensive sunbathing or when travelling by air. Learn...
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Camilla Freinek
from Camilla Freinek, BSc MSc
on 23.04.2024
Omega 3 deficiency
Micronutrients

Omega-3 deficiency - No need to be afraid of fats

Omega-3 fatty acids keep our bodies in good shape. No wonder that a deficiency can become apparent in many different ways.
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from Mag. Kristiina Singer, MSc
on 17.04.2024
Calf cramps
Sports

Leg cramps – why they occur & what helps to prevent them

Painful leg cramps force us unexpectedly to our knees – but why do they occur? And what can we do about them?
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 15.04.2024
Astaxanthin
Micronutrients

What is astaxanthin? – All about benefits, use & dosage

Astaxanthin not only colours wild salmon and crabs pink through their intake of microalgae, it also shines with its powers as a super antioxidant. A summary of the effect, application and dosage of the marine antioxidant.
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 11.04.2024
News in science & research

Study: altered intestinal flora in individuals with histamine intolerance

The intestinal flora of people who are sensitive to histamine in foods has a different composition to the intestinal flora of individuals to whom it poses no problems. This is indicated by a German study that was recently published in the Journal of...
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Michael Wäger
from Michael Wäger, BSc, MSc
on 27.03.2024
Health

Recognising and treating histamine intolerance

Histamine intolerance takes many forms and has even more potential triggers. It is no wonder that sufferers often have a long and rocky road ahead of them before they are diagnosed with ‘histamine intolerance’. But even after the diagnosis, many...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 18.03.2024
Vitamin D for babies & newborns: yes or no?
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Vitamin D for babies & newborns: yes or no?

Breast milk and high-quality infant formula are perfectly tailored to the needs of babies. But why is vitamin D still recommended for little ones? Is it not enough to spend a lot of time outdoors with your baby and to absorb the vitamin through...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 14.03.2024
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Vitamin D in pregnancy

Vitamin D has been discussed for years. Its relevance is undisputed even before pregnancy. But why is vitamin D also important for expectant mothers, how high is the need when you are pregnant and what is there to consider when taking vitamin D? Let...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 07.03.2024
Micronutrients

Everything about quercetin – effect, requirement, intake & dosage

Quercetin is a citrus-yellow natural dye found in many plants. Due to its far-reaching positive effects on human health, this flavonoid is a recurring focus of science. But what are the therapeutic indications for quercetin? What is it good for? Let...
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Camilla Freinek
from Camilla Freinek, BSc MSc
on 01.03.2024
Sports

Everything you need to know about BCAAs: Consumption, Requirements & Effects

BCAAs are becoming increasingly popular in the world of fitness and physical performance enhancement. These essential amino acids are a key component in muscle building and are involved in metabolism, wound healing and tissue formation, among other...
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from Lisa Ressi, MSc
on 12.02.2024
The secret power of bitter substances
Micronutrients

Bitter substances: Why bitter is healthy and good for the modern body

Admittedly, it’s usually not love at first sight: bitter, the taste profile which, for many people, conjures up first an acidic facial expression and then a distorted smile. However, bitter tasting plant substances can offer valuable lifelines...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 05.01.2024
Health

Boost the immune system: Tips for strong defences even in winter

Viruses, bacteria, foreign bodies. Our immune system has a lot of fights to contend with every day. But even the strongest warrior runs out of puff from time to time. Not all of us are blessed with a strong immune system. People who are constantly...
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Camilla Freinek
from Camilla Freinek, BSc MSc
on 29.12.2023