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The absorption of mineral substances in the human body and what can we do to improve it?
A number of mineral substances are essential for us. This means that we cannot synthesize them and we are therefore dependent on their intake from external sources. Whether we try to get the recommended intake of minerals from a varied diet or whether we support it with food supplements, we...
Which are the supplements to not forget during summer?
Summer is the time of year when we spend more time outside and we are exposed to sunlight more often. Unfortunately, sun exposure and UV radiation can also lead to faster skin aging, causing wrinkles and pigment spots. The rising temperature also influences our body. The body has to keep...
Omega-3 fatty acids from algae or from fish?
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential nutrients found in fish and certain plants as well as plant oils. They include ALA (alpha-linolenic acid), DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid). All three fatty acids play an important role in normal human growth and development and have clinically-supported benefits to overall health...
Scientific studies find a link between cardiovascular disease and vitamin K2 deficiency
We have already written about vitamin K and its forms, effects and sources in the previous article here. Vitamin K2, known as menaquinone, has been recently increasingly mentioned in connection with cardiovascular health. Article at a glanc: Vitamin K2 and healthy bones Vitamin K2 deficiency - a risk factor for...
Essential supplementation - where to start?
Our body is like a chemical factory that needs optimal intake of nutrients, vitamins, minerals and trace elements for healthy functioning. Some people still believe that if they are on a balanced and varied diet, they have an adequate intake of all important nutrients and do not need to take...
Optimizing Health: The Dynamic Duo of Vitamins D3 and K2
Vitamin D3 and K2 serve crucial functions individually within the body. However, their collaboration is particularly notable in the realms of bone health and cardiovascular disease prevention. Together, they create a synergistic effect, forming a formidable combination. Some even suggest that addressing bone thinning effectively requires the combined action of...
Vegan vs. non-vegan vitamin D3 - Navigating Vitamin D Supplements for Optimal Health
The significance of vitamin D for human health, coupled with its alarming deficiency among the population, motivates many to turn to supplements, especially during winter months. While the market offers a wide array of vitamin D products, they vary significantly in terms of the type of vitamin D used (most...
Unraveling the Mystery Behind Varied Price of Supplements Containing Similar Ingredients
The same vitamins, or minerals, the same ingredients, and yet a drastic difference in price. How is this possible? In this article, we explore the perplexing phenomenon of products containing identical ingredients but commanding vastly different prices. Delve into questions about whether the higher-priced supplements really offer superior benefits, or...