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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Woman building muscles
Sports

Female muscle growth: tips on nutrition, training and supplements

Muscles. The more we have, the better. That's why strength training is part of everyday life for many men. Women also want a strong and defined body, but often shy away from strength training. That's reason enough for us to dedicate a blog post to...
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from Dr. Michael Kohlberger, BSc, MSc
on 20.06.2025
Woman with curly hair seen from behind, stroking her hair
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

Detoxify your liver – these methods and home remedies relieve the liver

Your liver is a real multi-talent: it detoxifies, controls your metabolism and ensures that everything runs smoothly – day after day, usually completely unnoticed. No wonder we often forget how important it actually is. But too much fast food,...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 20.05.2025
woman with a surfboard
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
Woman with good chromium levels
Micronutrients

Chromium: benefits, deficiency, intake and requirements

Chromium is one of those essential trace elements that our body only needs in small amounts, but which it cannot do without. Chromium plays a particularly important role in connection with sugar metabolism and insulin balance. We will tell you...
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from Lisa Ressi, MSc
on 07.05.2025
Woman in black goggles lying under red light
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
Woman with black hair and smooth skin with her hands on her head
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
Blonde woman in sportswear opening an egg and placing it in a bowl
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 Dr. Michael Kohlberger, BSc, MSc
on 10.04.2025
Woman drinking a protein shake before training
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 Dr. Michael Kohlberger, BSc, MSc
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