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How can the SARS-CoV-2 virus be stopped? A team from the Charité Berlin and the University of Bonn has found a possible answer to this question in the field of nutritional supplements.
What are B vitamins - and what does the body need them for?
B vitamins are needed by the body to maintain vital functions. You can find out exactly what tasks they perform and how to recognise a deficiency here.
Vitamin B12 - what it is and how to recognise a deficiency
Vitamin B12 is an important vitamin that can only be obtained from certain foods. Find out which processes the body needs it for and how to make sure you get enough.
Can vitamin B12 help you lose weight?
Vitamin B12 is involved in many metabolic processes in the human body. Many people find that weight gain and B12 deficiency often occur together. Why is this the case?
What is L-Arginine?
L-Arginine is a term that is often used in connection with weight training supplements. Read on to find out what it is and how it can benefit athletes in particular.
Green tea is so healthy
Green tea is considered healthy and is also said to help with weight loss. So it's not surprising that there are now many dietary supplements containing green tea extract. What is behind these supposed effects?
How galactose works
This simple sugar works differently to glucose and therefore has special properties that make it particularly interesting for diabetics. Find out more now
Zinc, an essential trace element
Zinc is involved in many processes in the human body. Read here to find out why it is so important for us and what vegetarians/vegans should look out for.
Often in short supply in winter - Vitamin D
Vitamin D is a real all-rounder when it comes to health: it ensures healthy bones and is involved in many processes in the human body.
How a detox works
The human body works around the clock to eliminate harmful substances and toxins. But when there are too many toxins in the system, it needs help.
Calcium or calcium - the important thing is to take it!
Find out what this important mineral is involved in in the body and which is the better form of calcium here!
Myo-inositol - how does it affect us?
Hormonal imbalance can have a major impact on many processes. What exactly does it mean when our own production decreases and how can I support my health in this regard?
Copper deficiency - causes, symptoms and long-term effects
Copper is essential for our health. Not only does the immune system need this trace element, but many other processes in the body do too. Find out here why a copper deficiency is often discovered too late and what the consequences are!
What should people with diabetes not eat?
Everyone talks about sugar, but what does it mean when blood sugar levels become a serious problem? Find out all you need to know about diabetes!
Lose weight with amino acids
We have learned that our muscles use energy. The more muscular the body, the more energy it can use. Find out how amino acids are involved here!
Why the body needs a good supply of selenium
Immune defence, the cardiovascular system and the thyroid - the trace element selenium plays an important role in many bodily functions.
Iron deficiency anaemia
Iron is an essential trace element. But why is it so important for survival and how is it linked to anaemia or even depression? Here we explain the most important consequences of iron deficiency!
Vitamin B1 deficiency - here too
B vitamins are essential for our bodies! Not only do many metabolic processes depend on them, but so do our nerves. If you think vitamin B1 deficiency is only a problem in developing countries, think again! Find out more here.
Heartburn - an annoyance and a burden!
Many people suffer from heartburn after a hearty meal. You have a glass of wine or beer, treat yourself to a nice dessert or even a little digestive liqueur - and there it is again: a sharp pain, pressure in the stomach and sometimes even nausea: heartburn!
Why NADH is important for the body
They are the basic building blocks of the body: cells. Their job is to absorb nutrients and use their energy for metabolism. An important factor in this process is NADH.
L-threonine - an essential amino acid with important functions
Amino acids are an important building block for our health. Which ones can the body produce and which ones need to be ingested in order to fulfil all functions? What are the risks for vegans and what are the dangers of a deficiency? Our report answers the most important questions!
Getting all the vitamin B12 you need in a vegan diet
Those on a vegan or vegetarian diet should pay more attention to whether they have an adequate supply of vitamin B12. Find out more now
Why is methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) so important to us?
An adequate supply of sulphur is essential for the proper functioning of enzymes and amino acids. Here you can read about the benefits of MSM for our skin and hair, as well as for osteoarthritis, allergies and sports injuries.
B6 - a vitamin with many tasks!
The water-soluble vitamin cannot be stored by the body, but is extremely important for us! It is essential for metabolic processes, nerve transmission, hormone production, the immune system and also for regulating homocysteine levels! But despite a balanced diet, are you at risk of vitamin B6 deficiency? Maybe it's due to the contraceptive pill! Read more about this here!
The underrated power of folate: Why this vitamin is so important
All you need to know about caffeine tablets
Caffeine tablets are a convenient and fast-acting way to get the energy boost of caffeine without drinking a cup of coffee or other caffeinated beverages. Find out more now.
Propionic acid - why we need vegetables for this
Everyone has heard that fibre is important for our health, but do you know why? Did you know that vegetables and pulses form propionic acid in our gut? But what is it good for? Find out more here!
Vitamin K2 for bones and cardiovascular health
A vitamin K2 deficiency is associated with osteoporosis and arteriosclerosis. Here you can find out more about this important vitamin, its function in calcium metabolism and what you should definitely bear in mind when taking a supplement.
How L-carnitine works in energy metabolism
Carnitine is mainly found in animal foods and plays an important role in energy metabolism. Find out more now.
Omega 3 for your skin, heart and brain
Omega-3 fatty acids are found in some foods, including fish. If you have an unbalanced or vegetarian diet, omega-3 capsules are a sensible alternative to ensure you get enough of the fatty acid. Find out more about the many benefits of an optimal omega-3 intake and how a deficiency can become apparent.
This is how versatile the micronutrient choline is in the body
The vitaminoid is a real all-rounder & is used in many places in the body as a cell building block. A deficiency has major health implications.
Home remedies for heartburn
Burning, heartburn, pain: almost everyone is familiar with heartburn. Taking a look at your lifestyle and diet can help manage the symptoms. Find out now how you can get relief in just a few steps!
All you need to know about gut health
Intestinal health not only affects digestion, but also your overall wellbeing. Find out more now.
How creatine affects fitness
Creatine is primarily known for its effect on muscle building - but it plays a far more versatile role in the human body. We have summarised everything you need to know about this special substance for you in this article.