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

What is the best vitamin B12 supplement?

A multitasker that’s essential for your metabolism – that’s one way to describe vitamin B12. But cobalamin, as the vitamin is known among experts, can do much more. That’s why more and more people are making sure their bodies have enough of...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 08.07.2025
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Sports

Essential amino acids (EAA): Benefits, sources & intake

Methionine, threonine or valine – anyone who stumbles across these terms might initially think they are characters from a fantasy series. But far from it: these are the names of three essential amino acids, known as EAAs for short. And these...
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from Dr. Michael Kohlberger, BSc, MSc
on 03.07.2025
Biohacking

Biohacking for women: your body, your rhythm, your power

Ice baths, trackers, self-optimisation – sounds like biohacking? Sure. But much of it is tailored to men's bodies. What's often missing is the female perspective. Because women tick differently – hormonally, physically, cyclically. Our bodies...
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Camilla Freinek
from Camilla Freinek, BSc MSc
on 03.07.2025
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Micronutrients

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

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...
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from Dr. Michael Kohlberger, BSc, MSc
on 27.06.2025
Skin & Beauty

What is the best collagen powder for skin, joints & more?

Which collagen powder is truly right for you and your goals? In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the key benefits of collagen and share practical tips to help you find the best collagen powder – your personal guide to navigating the...
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from Redaktion
on 25.06.2025
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Skin & Beauty

Biotin – beauty benefits for skin, hair and nails

Effective on the inside, visible on the outside: biotin, also known as vitamin H, is your silent supporter for hair growth, skin and nails. But it can do even more: it supports your metabolism and plays a role in your nerves and psyche. But how much...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 18.06.2025
Micronutrients

OPC: The health benefits of the super antioxidant

What do grape pips, green tea and pomegranate have in common? They are all brimming with special substances that naturally occur in plants and are abbreviated as OPCs. Today we would like to reveal to you the characteristics of these valuable plant...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 07.06.2025
Nutrition

How to stop cravings for sweet and salty foods: 10 tips

It hasn't been long since you last ate. And yet, suddenly, a very specific feeling creeps in – the urge to snack. Your body is craving energy – and this perceived deficit is best compensated for with particularly calorie-rich foods and dishes....
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Camilla Freinek
from Camilla Freinek, BSc MSc
on 01.06.2025
Liver detox – These methods and home remedies can relieve liver stress
Health

Liver detox – These methods and home remedies can relieve liver stress

 The liver is the largest gland and at the same time our most important metabolic organ. Day after day, it performs truly amazing tasks: metabolizing, controlling, storing, detoxifying, and excreting. All of these functions are vital. Yet, despite...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 20.05.2025
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Health

What is semaglutide (weight loss injections) and what natural alternatives are there?

Many people dream of a slimmer body – whether for health, aesthetic or emotional reasons. A healthy lifestyle with a balanced diet, exercise and stress management has been proven to have a positive effect on body weight. However, it is often...
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from Dr. Michael Kohlberger, BSc, MSc
on 19.05.2025
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Biohacking

Red Light Therapy – what’s the impact of the trend?

Whether for regeneration after exercise, as a beauty booster or mood enhancer – red light therapy is everywhere. Athletes swear by red light cabins, influencers present themselves wearing futuristic LED masks, and many hope for anti-ageing...
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from Dr. Katharina Medek
on 14.04.2025
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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