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.

biogena-line
Life

Oil pulling: Natural tooth cleaning & detoxification

Oil pulling has experienced a boom in recent years and is currently on everyone's lips. This principle is not new. But what is this health and beauty ritual precisely and to what extent does it affect the immune system?
Read more
from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 15.12.2021
Knowledge

Oxidative stress – how it happens and how to reduce it

What causes tomatoes to rot, flowers to wilt, our skin to age? The answer is – the oxidative processes that take place in the presence of oxygen. While oxidation is part of life, like the air we breathe, if oxidising substances get out of hand,...
Read more
from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 13.12.2021
Sports

Fascia training: How to loosen tight fascia with the roll

The hype around fasciae is not only widespread in professional sports, connective tissue fibres are also being rolled away in living rooms by means of a roll made out of hard foam today. With the right „roll-out“, back pain and cellulitis no...
Read more
from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 06.11.2021
Knowledge

Why am I constantly tired?

“Wakey, wakey Sleeping Beauty! A new day is waiting for you!” Despite the loving wake-up call, you can hardly manage to crawl out of bed. You’re tired, you drag yourself to the coffee machine to try and shake up your mind that’s still in...
Read more
from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 28.10.2021
Maskne: When the skin is irritated by wearing masks
Life

Maskne: When the skin is irritated by wearing masks

The neologism maskne – a combination of “mask” and “acne” – is the new buzz word in the world of cosmetics. While wearing a mask over your mouth and nose prevents coronaviruses and other pathogens from entering the body, the frequent...
Read more
from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 24.08.2021
Life

Nutritional trend: Sirtfood

Sirtuins are the “MacGyvers” of enzymes. They help organisms to streamline their metabolism so that they can withstand adverse conditions. But what does this enzyme family actually have to do with our internal energy supply? And how can we...
Read more
from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 26.04.2021
Life

Forest bathing: Welcome to the healing world of trees!

A hint of moss, the rustling of leaves, fresh leaf green. If you long for peace and relaxation in your life, you can immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the forest. Bathing between woody plants is not only balm for body, soul and spirit, it also...
Read more
from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 20.04.2021
Knowledge

Cholesterol: Bogeyman or little helper?

The fat-like substance itself is not bad in itself, it is even vital for our body. So when does cholesterol become a problem? And what about the two cholesterol levels – the “good” and “bad” cholesterol? We would like to clarify this.
Read more
from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 29.03.2021
Knowledge

Cortisol – A Closer Look at the Stress Hormone

Cortisol is a double-edged sword: although this stress hormone is a crucial part of our defenses against stress, increased cortisol levels over a prolonged period of time can have negative impacts on our health. We answer the most important...
Read more
from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 26.02.2021
Life

The melatonin effect – and how it helps us get to sleep

Melatonin – the sleep hormone that makes us “ready for bed” can be used as a food supplement before bed and is the ideal travel companion on holiday. You can find out what melatonin does, how it is best taken and much more in our blog.
Read more
from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 27.11.2020
Life

Summer heat: How to cool down on hot days

We all want just one thing, when the sun is out: getting a fantastic tan and soaking up a sufficient amount of vitamin D for improving our mood and health. But no matter whether at the lake or when doing sports – sun and summer heat can be quite a...
Read more
Michael Wäger
from Michael Wäger, BSc, MSc
on 31.07.2020
News in science

Looking for omega-3; finding deficiencies

Not all fats are equal. In fact, the quality, composition and ratio of the fatty acids we ingest play a crucial role. Particular focus should be placed on the two essential omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA.
Read more
Michael Wäger
from Michael Wäger, BSc, MSc
on 28.05.2020