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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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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...
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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.
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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...
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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.
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Michael Wäger
from Michael Wäger, BSc, MSc
on 28.05.2020
Studies: Iron and vitamin B12 supplements help optimize the nutrient profile of a vegetarian diet
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Studies: Iron and vitamin B12 supplements help optimize the nutrient profile of a vegetarian diet

(Almost) everyone agrees that a plant-based diet offers certain health benefits. In the case of some of the more restrictive vegetarian diets, however, it is advisable to pay special attention to ensuring an adequate supply of nutrients. This has...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 05.05.2020
What babies love in the womb: Omega-3 fatty acids
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Study: Babies already love omega-3 fatty acids in the belly

A mother’s nutrient intake during pregnancy influences her little one at an early stage. The impact of omega-3 fatty acids on the eyes and brain of the foetus in the womb was once again the subject of research.
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 22.04.2020
Dossier: Strong bones and muscles also depend on vitamin D
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Dossier: Strong bones and muscles also depend on vitamin D

Bone density is often mentioned in the same breath as calcium. Thanks to years of work to inform the public, many people now appreciate the importance of another nutrient for strong bones: Vitamin D.
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 01.04.2020
Study: Astragalus helps keep our immune system on an even keel
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Study: Astragalus helps keep our immune system on an even keel

Astragalus membranaceus is one of the best known herbs used in traditional Chinese medicine. In its countries of origin, northern China and Mongolia, the roots of this plant are highly valued as a powerful aid to maintaining healthy immune function....
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Michael Wäger
from Michael Wäger, BSc, MSc
on 28.02.2020
The chemistry of love
Life

The chemistry of love

What is love? The most wonderful feeling on earth, the certainty of having found the man or woman of your dreams, or simply the interplay of different hormones? If you are a proponent of evolutionary psychology, love serves little more than to...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 12.02.2020
News in science

Study: Intestinal flora affects mental health status

In recent years, increasing evidence has shown that mental illnesses are associated with altered intestinal flora. This has now been confirmed by a study on individuals suffering depression published in the Nature Microbiology Journal in 2019.
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Camilla Freinek
from Camilla Freinek, BSc MSc
on 01.02.2020
Study: endurance sport requires acid-base balance
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Study: endurance sport requires acid-base balance

The acid-base balance is essential for regulatory capacity. It continuously maintains the perfect balance between acids and bases, thereby ensuring that all metabolic processes can take place under ideal pH conditions.
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 14.01.2020
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Magnesium for the psyche

Winter. The days are getting shorter, and the never-ending nights weigh heavily on the spirit. But you don’t have to give in to melancholy. It often does not take much to restore your soul and reclaim everyday life with a smile. A recent study...
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from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 02.01.2020