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B-complex
I remember the word "békomplex" very well from my childhood, but I never really knew what it meant. Younger people probably associate this word with drum & bass, because the name B-Complex is used by Slovak DJ and producer Matúš Lenický (hit Beautiful Lies). Strictly speaking, B complex is a group of vitamins B1 to B12.
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Magnesium - the most important mineral?
If you ask any athlete (especially endurance athletes) what nutritional supplement they always have with them for competitions, the most common answer will be "magnesium". Magnesium is definitely one of the most important minerals for our body. It is a so-called "deficiency" mineral because we excrete it from the body during excessive exertion, but also when we are not exercising! Just living in a noisy, stressful, demanding environment is enough...
Apple cider vinegar is one of the most popular natural products with a wide range of health benefits. Apple cider vinegar has been sought after for centuries for its health effects, including promoting digestion, regulating weight, maintaining stable blood sugar levels, and improving cardiovascular health.
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Apple cider vinegar, ... not only for models
Apple cider vinegar is one of the most popular natural products with a wide range of health benefits. Apple cider vinegar has been sought after for centuries for its health effects, including promoting digestion, regulating weight, maintaining stable blood sugar levels, and improving cardiovascular health.
Reishi, a mushroom used as far back as 4,000 years ago. The divine mushroom of immortality – in the past, it was believed to be able to revive even the dead. It has a particularly important place in Chinese medicine (under the name lingzhi), where it was first mentioned in writing 200 years before Christ. An entire army was assigned to search for it, because the Chinese imperial court believed that it could be used to mix an elixir of immortality. The Slovak name probably does not mean much to you - Leskokôrovka hnedočervená, it is actually a wood-destroying parasitic fungus that lives mainly on injured trees. It has a huge spectrum of biological substances. Its effects are also described in the professional encyclopaedia Huby ako .
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Reishi - the mushroom of immortality
Reishi, a mushroom used as far back as 4,000 years ago. The divine mushroom of immortality – in the past, it was believed to be able to revive even the dead. It has a particularly important place in Chinese medicine (under the name lingzhi), where it was first mentioned in writing 200 years before Christ. An entire army was assigned to search for it, because the Chinese imperial court believed that it could be used to mix an elixir of immortality. The Slovak name probably does not mean much to you - Leskokôrovka hnedočervená, it is actually a wood-destroying parasitic fungus that lives mainly on injured trees. It has a huge spectrum of biological substances. Its effects are also described in the professional encyclopaedia Huby ako .
Imagine that your body is a factory working at full capacity (to provide energy, growth, cell repair) and iron is the fuel that keeps it running. If iron reserves are depleted, you may experience weakness, heart palpitations or paler skin. Symptoms of iron deficiency include brittle nails, dry hair, shortness of breath, sleep problems, reduced concentration, cold extremities, increased frequency of infections, and anaemia (a lack of red blood cells caused by too little iron in the body), which manifests itself as extreme fatigue. With anaemia, the body is not supplied with enough oxygen and quickly becomes exhausted. Bruising can also be a sign of iron deficiency, as this mineral is important in the formation of haemoglobin, which supports the proper functioning of blood platelets.
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Iron - the secret to your health and energy
Imagine that your body is a factory working at full capacity (to provide energy, growth, cell repair) and iron is the fuel that keeps it running. If iron reserves are depleted, you may experience weakness, heart palpitations or paler skin. Symptoms of iron deficiency include brittle nails, dry hair, shortness of breath, sleep problems, reduced concentration, cold extremities, increased frequency of infections, and anaemia (a lack of red blood cells caused by too little iron in the body), which manifests itself as extreme fatigue. With anaemia, the body is not supplied with enough oxygen and quickly becomes exhausted. Bruising can also be a sign of iron deficiency, as this mineral is important in the formation of haemoglobin, which supports the proper functioning of blood platelets.
In addition to supplements, functioning and various supplements, our body needs to 100% and the so-called trace substances. The designation "trace" means that our body needs it only in small amounts. We need 10mg of zinc per day, which is 37 times smaller compared to magnesium (375mg). It would seem that we are talking about a complete uselessness. However, the opposite is true. Zinc affects over 200 biochemical reactions in our body!
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Zinc - the killer of fatigue
In addition to supplements, functioning and various supplements, our body needs to 100% and the so-called trace substances. The designation "trace" means that our body needs it only in small amounts. We need 10mg of zinc per day, which is 37 times smaller compared to magnesium (375mg). It would seem that we are talking about a complete uselessness. However, the opposite is true. Zinc affects over 200 biochemical reactions in our body!
Since time immemorial, people have sought out miraculous herbs and mushrooms that promote health, cure deadly diseases and enhance male potency. Every culture has its own guaranteed aphrodisiacs. In our country, oysters and chocolate are particularly well known. Recently, however, especially with the development of tourism, we are gradually learning about other stimulants that people use, often on the other side of the planet. One of the oldest substances for promoting potency is Peruvian maca.
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Maca - Peruvian ginseng
Since time immemorial, people have sought out miraculous herbs and mushrooms that promote health, cure deadly diseases and enhance male potency. Every culture has its own guaranteed aphrodisiacs. In our country, oysters and chocolate are particularly well known. Recently, however, especially with the development of tourism, we are gradually learning about other stimulants that people use, often on the other side of the planet. One of the oldest substances for promoting potency is Peruvian maca.
If you are active on social media, you are surely familiar with the term milk thistle. It is the phenomenon of 2024, with advertisements for this "miracle herb" everywhere you look. Unlike other dietary supplements, no one questions the effects of this plant. Opinions differ only on individual products and methods of processing. What is so miraculous about this thistle?
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Milk thistle and liver
If you are active on social media, you are surely familiar with the term milk thistle. It is the phenomenon of 2024, with advertisements for this "miracle herb" everywhere you look. Unlike other dietary supplements, no one questions the effects of this plant. Opinions differ only on individual products and methods of processing. What is so miraculous about this thistle?
Have you heard about this fascinating fungus with its peculiar appearance and way of existence? The names „Chinese caterpillar, Himalayan gold or mushroom of longevity“ do not reveal much ...
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Cordyceps sinensis with an incredible life cycle
Have you heard about this fascinating fungus with its peculiar appearance and way of existence? The names „Chinese caterpillar, Himalayan gold or mushroom of longevity“ do not reveal much ...
You certainly know the feeling when you feel threatened. A big dog ran at you from behind the fence, your boss plowed into you in a meeting and carried you under the ground, or your mortgage is due tomorrow and you just got fired from your job. In such cases, the body produces a steroid hormone - cortisol. This already protects us in dangerous situations and the body prepares the "fight or flight" position. The heart pumps, blood rushes to vital organs, pain levels suppress... You say to yourself - the most useful thing under the sun!
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Ashwagandha - cortisol tamer
You certainly know the feeling when you feel threatened. A big dog ran at you from behind the fence, your boss plowed into you in a meeting and carried you under the ground, or your mortgage is due tomorrow and you just got fired from your job. In such cases, the body produces a steroid hormone - cortisol. This already protects us in dangerous situations and the body prepares the "fight or flight" position. The heart pumps, blood rushes to vital organs, pain levels suppress... You say to yourself - the most useful thing under the sun!
In addition to the well-known B-Komplex mix of B vitamins, individual vitamins can also be purchased as salt. What is it good for? The well-known set of B vitamins is a good nutritional supplement, you have an overall vitamin deficiency in the body. However, if you are not addressing a specific problem, sometimes the specific type of vitamin you need to supplement is more appropriate. So why is vitamin B2 needed?
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Vitamin B2 Riboflavin
In addition to the well-known B-Komplex mix of B vitamins, individual vitamins can also be purchased as salt. What is it good for? The well-known set of B vitamins is a good nutritional supplement, you have an overall vitamin deficiency in the body. However, if you are not addressing a specific problem, sometimes the specific type of vitamin you need to supplement is more appropriate. So why is vitamin B2 needed?
Vitamin B1 belongs to the B1 to B12 groups, which we refer to collectively as the B complex. All vitamins in this group should be supplemented under this name. But do I only need one of them? You need the whole group – the most important vitamins from the B group can be obtained separately.
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Vitamin B1 Thiamine
Vitamin B1 belongs to the B1 to B12 groups, which we refer to collectively as the B complex. All vitamins in this group should be supplemented under this name. But do I only need one of them? You need the whole group – the most important vitamins from the B group can be obtained separately.
There's a scene in an old movie where Grandma or Grandpa make little kids drink a spoonful of fish oil every morning. The kids hate it, it tastes disgusting. "But you'll be healthy!"- is the sentence of the caring grandparents. Where did this come from? It is still true today, except that science has managed to turn the miraculous fish oil into "ordinary" tablets or extracts with no normal taste.
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Omega 3 protects your cardiovascular system
There's a scene in an old movie where Grandma or Grandpa make little kids drink a spoonful of fish oil every morning. The kids hate it, it tastes disgusting. "But you'll be healthy!"- is the sentence of the caring grandparents. Where did this come from? It is still true today, except that science has managed to turn the miraculous fish oil into "ordinary" tablets or extracts with no normal taste.
Iodine is a trace element, with an interesting role in health, which we associate with the thyroid gland. It occurs naturally in the marine environment and one of the richest natural sources of iodine is kelp seaweed, also known as "Bladderwrack, Norwegian Laminaria," which has been used in traditional medicine and cuisine for centuries. Kelp can absorb large amounts of iodine directly from the ocean. The body needs iodine to produce thyroid hormones, without which much more would not work ... our metabolism would not function properly, we would have little energy, and our minds would be dull.
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Is iodine a necessity? ... Iodine - Kelp
Iodine is a trace element, with an interesting role in health, which we associate with the thyroid gland. It occurs naturally in the marine environment and one of the richest natural sources of iodine is kelp seaweed, also known as "Bladderwrack, Norwegian Laminaria," which has been used in traditional medicine and cuisine for centuries. Kelp can absorb large amounts of iodine directly from the ocean. The body needs iodine to produce thyroid hormones, without which much more would not work ... our metabolism would not function properly, we would have little energy, and our minds would be dull.
If you were to analyse your diet today, you might find that, despite eating healthily, you’re not getting enough vitamin B9 – folic acid. Avocado toast may be all the rage, but unlike spinach, lentils or broccoli, it doesn’t contain much B9. Folic acid was first isolated from spinach, and although it is most commonly associated with pregnancy, its importance affects us all.
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B9 with a huge impact
If you were to analyse your diet today, you might find that, despite eating healthily, you’re not getting enough vitamin B9 – folic acid. Avocado toast may be all the rage, but unlike spinach, lentils or broccoli, it doesn’t contain much B9. Folic acid was first isolated from spinach, and although it is most commonly associated with pregnancy, its importance affects us all.
Histamine is often perceived negatively, especially for its role in allergic reactions and intolerance. As with many things in life, black-and-white thinking is not suitable for this biogenic amine. As a neurotransmitter, it participates in many critical processes. In defending the body, for example, it supports the enlargement of blood vessels, making it easier for immune cells to access the site of inflammation. At the same time, it stimulates the production of gastric juices (essential for food processing), regulates the sleep cycle, controls appetite, and plays a role in learning, memory, and emotions. Histamine naturally occurs in the human body, and its balance is crucial for health. In the digestive system, it's broken down by the enzyme diamine oxidase. However, if histamine intake is greater than the body can break down, histamine intolerance develops. This imbalance can be caused by stress, poor lifestyle, medicines, or other factors. Excess histamine can lead to unpleasant symptoms, often resembling food allergies or digestive issues. It's essential to understand histamine as an important helper in our body.
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Histamine Control
Histamine is often perceived negatively, especially for its role in allergic reactions and intolerance. As with many things in life, black-and-white thinking is not suitable for this biogenic amine. As a neurotransmitter, it participates in many critical processes. In defending the body, for example, it supports the enlargement of blood vessels, making it easier for immune cells to access the site of inflammation. At the same time, it stimulates the production of gastric juices (essential for food processing), regulates the sleep cycle, controls appetite, and plays a role in learning, memory, and emotions. Histamine naturally occurs in the human body, and its balance is crucial for health. In the digestive system, it's broken down by the enzyme diamine oxidase. However, if histamine intake is greater than the body can break down, histamine intolerance develops. This imbalance can be caused by stress, poor lifestyle, medicines, or other factors. Excess histamine can lead to unpleasant symptoms, often resembling food allergies or digestive issues. It's essential to understand histamine as an important helper in our body.
Vitamin B3 - niacin, perhaps also known to the elderly as P. It belongs to the group of B vitamins found in the multiform B-complex. It is a very important group that you need for the proper function of eyesight, mucous membranes, skin, heart... You need it for the proper functioning of heart, muscle and nerve activity.
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Vitamin B3 Niacinamide
Vitamin B3 - niacin, perhaps also known to the elderly as P. It belongs to the group of B vitamins found in the multiform B-complex. It is a very important group that you need for the proper function of eyesight, mucous membranes, skin, heart... You need it for the proper functioning of heart, muscle and nerve activity.
Sometimes it seems at first glance that we have everything under control, but the reality is often different. "Liters" of coffee, fast food between duties, endless deadlines, constantly ringing phones. The result is fatigue, problems with concentration, forgetting even simple things, moods changing faster than the weather, and nights full of tossing and turning, as if our mind is running at a minimum. In a hectic pace, we do not realize the importance of proper nutrition. The good news is that nature can save us, in nature everything can be in harmony if we combine it from nature, it is a mysterious duo of choline and inositol.It is an ideal combination not only for the body but also for a tired mind, which is calling for help. Although many are unaware of them, choline and inositol work in every cell of our body, keeping our brain in shape, liver clean, and nerves strong. Their effects were discovered relatively recently. Why should we pay attention to these nutrients?
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Did you catch the latest trend of nature? Choline and Inositol
Sometimes it seems at first glance that we have everything under control, but the reality is often different. "Liters" of coffee, fast food between duties, endless deadlines, constantly ringing phones. The result is fatigue, problems with concentration, forgetting even simple things, moods changing faster than the weather, and nights full of tossing and turning, as if our mind is running at a minimum. In a hectic pace, we do not realize the importance of proper nutrition. The good news is that nature can save us, in nature everything can be in harmony if we combine it from nature, it is a mysterious duo of choline and inositol.It is an ideal combination not only for the body but also for a tired mind, which is calling for help. Although many are unaware of them, choline and inositol work in every cell of our body, keeping our brain in shape, liver clean, and nerves strong. Their effects were discovered relatively recently. Why should we pay attention to these nutrients?
Cordyceps sinensis – this is our zombie predator. In China, they call it "winter insect, summer herb". Imagine a fungus that shoots out its spores (seeds) during reproduction in summer, which then attach themselves to the body of an insect. It gradually overgrows the insect's body and parasitises it, literally eating it from the inside, while the insect continues to live, changing its external appearance but continuing to hunt for food until it burrows underground, where it dies and mummifies. The fungus can survive in it for a long time. The fungus literally takes over the host's body, growing out of it in the summer and forming slender "sticks" 5-20 cm high. This inspired the Last of Us video game series, where the Cordyceps fungus turns humans into zombies. In real life, this video game takes place in the real life of insects. The victims are butterfly larvae, large ants, spiders...
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Cordyceps - zombies in reality
Cordyceps sinensis – this is our zombie predator. In China, they call it "winter insect, summer herb". Imagine a fungus that shoots out its spores (seeds) during reproduction in summer, which then attach themselves to the body of an insect. It gradually overgrows the insect's body and parasitises it, literally eating it from the inside, while the insect continues to live, changing its external appearance but continuing to hunt for food until it burrows underground, where it dies and mummifies. The fungus can survive in it for a long time. The fungus literally takes over the host's body, growing out of it in the summer and forming slender "sticks" 5-20 cm high. This inspired the Last of Us video game series, where the Cordyceps fungus turns humans into zombies. In real life, this video game takes place in the real life of insects. The victims are butterfly larvae, large ants, spiders...
Lady's mantle is a perennial herb that originates from England but has spread throughout the world. Its leaves and flower tops have been used for centuries to relieve menstrual problems, which is why it is often called "woman's cloak". However, it is also suitable for men, effectively helping with pain, laryngitis, bleeding gums or as a gargle for laryngitis. Its name comes from the Arabic word al-khimia. Alchemists tried to make gold from various metals, but also to discover ordinary things. One of the secret ingredients in the production of gold was water captured in the leaves of this plant. As far as we know, it didn't help...
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Alchemilka - female cloak
Lady's mantle is a perennial herb that originates from England but has spread throughout the world. Its leaves and flower tops have been used for centuries to relieve menstrual problems, which is why it is often called "woman's cloak". However, it is also suitable for men, effectively helping with pain, laryngitis, bleeding gums or as a gargle for laryngitis. Its name comes from the Arabic word al-khimia. Alchemists tried to make gold from various metals, but also to discover ordinary things. One of the secret ingredients in the production of gold was water captured in the leaves of this plant. As far as we know, it didn't help...
“Ashwa” (horse) “gandha” (root smell), the name itself hints at the plant's ability to grant strength and vitality (the strength of the animal hidden in the root). Known as “Indian ginseng” (similar shape), and “winter cherry root” (fruits resemble cherries). From the small shrub with yellow flowers, the root is mainly used in traditional medicine. Due to its calming effects, it's significantly known as the Sleep or Dream Berry. The Latin name somnifera also reveals its property ; invoking sleep.
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Ashwagandha - Withania Somnifera
“Ashwa” (horse) “gandha” (root smell), the name itself hints at the plant's ability to grant strength and vitality (the strength of the animal hidden in the root). Known as “Indian ginseng” (similar shape), and “winter cherry root” (fruits resemble cherries). From the small shrub with yellow flowers, the root is mainly used in traditional medicine. Due to its calming effects, it's significantly known as the Sleep or Dream Berry. The Latin name somnifera also reveals its property ; invoking sleep.
Vitamin A - Retinol, was discovered in 1916. But only 15 years later its chemical structure was determined. And it took another 15 years before we learned to produce it synthetically (in the form of acetate). It's quite rare in dietary supplement stores, which is odd because a lack of it can lead to even gray-blindness.
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Vitamin A - and I see...
Vitamin A - Retinol, was discovered in 1916. But only 15 years later its chemical structure was determined. And it took another 15 years before we learned to produce it synthetically (in the form of acetate). It's quite rare in dietary supplement stores, which is odd because a lack of it can lead to even gray-blindness.
Dandelion (Latin: Taraxum officinale, also known as milkweed, creamweed, Mayflower) is a weed that is familiar to everyone and found everywhere (especially if nothing else grows overnight on a perfect green lawn, it will even grow in a crack in the asphalt). First and foremost, it is a medicinal plant in the herb long its. The milk ducts contain a white sap that hardens in the air and leaves coloured stains on your hands. Dandelion seeds can travel a kilometre. It is one of the longest flowering plants, and the whole plant is edible, but with a rather unpleasant bitter taste.
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Balm for the liver and gallbladder - Dandelion
Dandelion (Latin: Taraxum officinale, also known as milkweed, creamweed, Mayflower) is a weed that is familiar to everyone and found everywhere (especially if nothing else grows overnight on a perfect green lawn, it will even grow in a crack in the asphalt). First and foremost, it is a medicinal plant in the herb long its. The milk ducts contain a white sap that hardens in the air and leaves coloured stains on your hands. Dandelion seeds can travel a kilometre. It is one of the longest flowering plants, and the whole plant is edible, but with a rather unpleasant bitter taste.
Do you long to wake up with ease in the morning, look fresher, not feel joint pain, have more energy, be able to focus, and feel better in your body? We could find the solution from fishermen who got up earlier than the sun each morning, went out to the sea, and greeted the new day with a smile. These were men who never knew the doctor, had sharp minds even in old age, their hands still firmly held the fishing nets and they lived functional longevity, often working into their 90s. The fishermen's treasure was exactly fish oil, which works similarly to a lubricant for our body: it helps the heart pump blood, keeps the mind fresh, and joints flexible, without it, the joints would be like an old creaking ship. The message that the sea gives us what we need was conveyed to future generations because some gifts of health are too precious to keep to oneself.
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Omega 3, precious message of the sea
Do you long to wake up with ease in the morning, look fresher, not feel joint pain, have more energy, be able to focus, and feel better in your body? We could find the solution from fishermen who got up earlier than the sun each morning, went out to the sea, and greeted the new day with a smile. These were men who never knew the doctor, had sharp minds even in old age, their hands still firmly held the fishing nets and they lived functional longevity, often working into their 90s. The fishermen's treasure was exactly fish oil, which works similarly to a lubricant for our body: it helps the heart pump blood, keeps the mind fresh, and joints flexible, without it, the joints would be like an old creaking ship. The message that the sea gives us what we need was conveyed to future generations because some gifts of health are too precious to keep to oneself.
Up to 80% of new cells are located in the intestines. Are you surprised by this information? The intestines and the balance of microbiota play a fundamental role in the proper functioning of the immune system. A specific and balanced microbiome supports immunity, preventing harmful substances from entering blood cells and teaching immune protection.
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More important than it may seem ... Colon Cleanser, colon cleansing
Up to 80% of new cells are located in the intestines. Are you surprised by this information? The intestines and the balance of microbiota play a fundamental role in the proper functioning of the immune system. A specific and balanced microbiome supports immunity, preventing harmful substances from entering blood cells and teaching immune protection.
It is not by chance that it is referred to in various countries as the "mushroom of immortality" and the "mushroom of eternal life". In Japan, "Reishi" means "spiritual power". In China, it is known as "Lingzhi", which means "divine mushroom". It is one of the most valuable mushrooms in traditional medicine, used to treat chronic diseases and recognised for over 4,000 years for its powerful effects (similar to women) documented in ancient books. It is also called the "mushroom of happiness" for its ability to relieve ailments such as arthritis, insomnia, pressure pain, persistent weakness, high blood pressure, heart problems, dizziness, mushroom poisoning and diseases...
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Fascinating Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum)
It is not by chance that it is referred to in various countries as the "mushroom of immortality" and the "mushroom of eternal life". In Japan, "Reishi" means "spiritual power". In China, it is known as "Lingzhi", which means "divine mushroom". It is one of the most valuable mushrooms in traditional medicine, used to treat chronic diseases and recognised for over 4,000 years for its powerful effects (similar to women) documented in ancient books. It is also called the "mushroom of happiness" for its ability to relieve ailments such as arthritis, insomnia, pressure pain, persistent weakness, high blood pressure, heart problems, dizziness, mushroom poisoning and diseases...
Tribulus terrestris is a small, inconspicuous plant with yellow flowers, essentially a weed that has spread from China and Japan throughout the world. Today, it is even cultivated in gardens for its effects on the human body. It is known in Ayurveda and ancient Greek medicine. Abroad, it is known by the names goat's head, devil's thorn, burra gokharu, and in Ayurveda as gokshura. For centuries, it has been used as a miracle cure for infertility, impotence, and erectile dysfunction. It is simply a testosterone booster!
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Tribulus - testosterone booster
Tribulus terrestris is a small, inconspicuous plant with yellow flowers, essentially a weed that has spread from China and Japan throughout the world. Today, it is even cultivated in gardens for its effects on the human body. It is known in Ayurveda and ancient Greek medicine. Abroad, it is known by the names goat's head, devil's thorn, burra gokharu, and in Ayurveda as gokshura. For centuries, it has been used as a miracle cure for infertility, impotence, and erectile dysfunction. It is simply a testosterone booster!
Vitamin C is probably the best known and most widely used vitamin. Since childhood, our mothers have been giving us effervescent Celaskon in winter to make us resistant to colds and flu. And although recent research casts doubt on all this, i.e. there is no study that directly confirms that vitamin C protects against flu and colds, there are facts that cannot be disputed.
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Vitamin C - is it just a placebo?
Vitamin C is probably the best known and most widely used vitamin. Since childhood, our mothers have been giving us effervescent Celaskon in winter to make us resistant to colds and flu. And although recent research casts doubt on all this, i.e. there is no study that directly confirms that vitamin C protects against flu and colds, there are facts that cannot be disputed.
Niacín bol dlho považovaný za obyčajnú súčasť stravy, až kým sa nezistil, že jeho nedostatok spôsobuje kožné trávenie, psychické problémy známe ako pelagra. Doktor Goldberger dokázal, že spôsobuje toto ochorenie nie je infekcia, ale jednostranná strava bez vitamínu B3. Vykonal experiment na seba a svojich kolegov, ktorí konzumovali najmä zlú stravu a začali sa u nich prejavovať príznaky pelagry. Keď však do svojej stravy pridali živiny bohaté na niacín, príznaky zmizli. V roku 1937 bol niacín izolovaný z pečene, čím sa potvrdila jeho hodnota a nutričná hodnota.
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B3 - example that food is medicine
Niacín bol dlho považovaný za obyčajnú súčasť stravy, až kým sa nezistil, že jeho nedostatok spôsobuje kožné trávenie, psychické problémy známe ako pelagra. Doktor Goldberger dokázal, že spôsobuje toto ochorenie nie je infekcia, ale jednostranná strava bez vitamínu B3. Vykonal experiment na seba a svojich kolegov, ktorí konzumovali najmä zlú stravu a začali sa u nich prejavovať príznaky pelagry. Keď však do svojej stravy pridali živiny bohaté na niacín, príznaky zmizli. V roku 1937 bol niacín izolovaný z pečene, čím sa potvrdila jeho hodnota a nutričná hodnota.
It is said that whoever finds a weight loss pill will become the richest person on the planet. This makes sense, as a huge number of people on our planet struggle with excess weight. According to statistics from the World Health Organisation, one in eight people are obese. And more than 2.5 billion people are overweight! So do we have a weight loss pill? Well, yes and no...
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Premium Fat Burner Dr. Lucullus
It is said that whoever finds a weight loss pill will become the richest person on the planet. This makes sense, as a huge number of people on our planet struggle with excess weight. According to statistics from the World Health Organisation, one in eight people are obese. And more than 2.5 billion people are overweight! So do we have a weight loss pill? Well, yes and no...
originates from the Latin word " Alchemilla " related to alchemy. Alchemists believed in the miraculous power of water droplets on its leaves "heavenly water," (symbolized purity and nature's mystery), which were supposed to help them achieve eternal youth or transform a common metal into gold. They paid great attention to lady's mantle, which led not only to its naming but mainly to the discovery of its medicinal effects. The present relies on proven health benefits this medicinal plant offers.
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Common Lady's Mantle ... from the past to the present ...
originates from the Latin word " Alchemilla " related to alchemy. Alchemists believed in the miraculous power of water droplets on its leaves "heavenly water," (symbolized purity and nature's mystery), which were supposed to help them achieve eternal youth or transform a common metal into gold. They paid great attention to lady's mantle, which led not only to its naming but mainly to the discovery of its medicinal effects. The present relies on proven health benefits this medicinal plant offers.
Excessive hair loss, slowed hair growth or premature greying can have various causes, with diet playing a key role. Para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA), also known as vitamin B10 (although it is not officially a vitamin), is one of the key nutrients that support the health of the hair, skin and the body’s overall vitality. Furthermore, it may also influence the ageing process. Despite its beneficial effects, it is less well known today, although in the past it was regarded as almost a miracle cure for maintaining youthfulness. In the 1950s, scientists investigated PABA for its potential in combating degenerative diseases and recorded cases where it had slowed down the greying of hair.
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B10 ... for your younger self
Excessive hair loss, slowed hair growth or premature greying can have various causes, with diet playing a key role. Para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA), also known as vitamin B10 (although it is not officially a vitamin), is one of the key nutrients that support the health of the hair, skin and the body’s overall vitality. Furthermore, it may also influence the ageing process. Despite its beneficial effects, it is less well known today, although in the past it was regarded as almost a miracle cure for maintaining youthfulness. In the 1950s, scientists investigated PABA for its potential in combating degenerative diseases and recorded cases where it had slowed down the greying of hair.
Magnesium is an important mineral for the proper functioning of the body. The name magnesium comes from the Greek city of Magnesia, where this element was originally discovered in 1755. It is the 8th most abundant element on earth, making up approximately 2% of the earth's crust. It has a naturally sour taste, which is also evident in mineral waters. It is found in every cell of green plants (magnesium ions are present) and also in every cell of the human body. Our body needs magnesium for more than 300 biochemical processes,such as energy production and nucleic acid synthesis, maintaining proper heart rhythm and blood pressure. It would be difficult to find a process in the body that magnesium does not influence.
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Soothing Magnesium (Magnesium Bisglycinate)
Magnesium is an important mineral for the proper functioning of the body. The name magnesium comes from the Greek city of Magnesia, where this element was originally discovered in 1755. It is the 8th most abundant element on earth, making up approximately 2% of the earth's crust. It has a naturally sour taste, which is also evident in mineral waters. It is found in every cell of green plants (magnesium ions are present) and also in every cell of the human body. Our body needs magnesium for more than 300 biochemical processes,such as energy production and nucleic acid synthesis, maintaining proper heart rhythm and blood pressure. It would be difficult to find a process in the body that magnesium does not influence.
Did you know that sulphur is just as essential for our bodies as vitamins and minerals? One of its most important sources is a substance called methylsulfonylmethane, or MSM for short. Although the name sounds like something out of a chemistry textbook, it is a natural substance that is essential for the proper functioning of the body. MSM occurs naturally in the blood, tissues and organs, where it supports substances such as the amino acids glutathione, cysteine and methionine. This organic sulphur compound, also known as organosulphur, is extremely effective in combating oxidative stress and inflammation and in regenerating the body. It can be sourced from natural foods. Organosulphur compounds, such as allicin in garlic, have a wide range of health benefits, and MSM is unique in that it offers comprehensive support from joint health to immunity boosting.
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MSM (Organosulfur) .... multifunctional supplement
Did you know that sulphur is just as essential for our bodies as vitamins and minerals? One of its most important sources is a substance called methylsulfonylmethane, or MSM for short. Although the name sounds like something out of a chemistry textbook, it is a natural substance that is essential for the proper functioning of the body. MSM occurs naturally in the blood, tissues and organs, where it supports substances such as the amino acids glutathione, cysteine and methionine. This organic sulphur compound, also known as organosulphur, is extremely effective in combating oxidative stress and inflammation and in regenerating the body. It can be sourced from natural foods. Organosulphur compounds, such as allicin in garlic, have a wide range of health benefits, and MSM is unique in that it offers comprehensive support from joint health to immunity boosting.
This natural supplement contains a lesser-known plant called wild yam (Discorea villosa) from the Dioscoreaceae family. Let's get to know it ☺ There are more than 600 species of yam plants, the most prominent being wild yam (Dioscorea villosa). This hardy liana (vine) of equatorial regions has heart-shaped leaves. The leaves and roots contain diosgenin (the primary component), and it is the root that is used in medicine and in our supplements as a concentrated extract (highest yield), with a structure similar to cholesterol. This substance was used to produce the first contraceptive bases.
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There are days when even women need to find a balance ...
This natural supplement contains a lesser-known plant called wild yam (Discorea villosa) from the Dioscoreaceae family. Let's get to know it ☺ There are more than 600 species of yam plants, the most prominent being wild yam (Dioscorea villosa). This hardy liana (vine) of equatorial regions has heart-shaped leaves. The leaves and roots contain diosgenin (the primary component), and it is the root that is used in medicine and in our supplements as a concentrated extract (highest yield), with a structure similar to cholesterol. This substance was used to produce the first contraceptive bases.
Choline and Inositol - two words you probably haven't heard before. In terms of supplements, however, these are important B-group nutritional supplements, which are actually vitamins. These substances are very similar to vitamins and support liver function and lipid metabolism, i.e. fat metabolism. Choline is a water-soluble vitamin. It is found in lecithin, which is common in many plant and animal tissues. Choline is a precursor to the neurotransmitter (i.e. transmitter) acetylcholine, which is involved in many memory and muscle functions.
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Choline and Inositol
Choline and Inositol - two words you probably haven't heard before. In terms of supplements, however, these are important B-group nutritional supplements, which are actually vitamins. These substances are very similar to vitamins and support liver function and lipid metabolism, i.e. fat metabolism. Choline is a water-soluble vitamin. It is found in lecithin, which is common in many plant and animal tissues. Choline is a precursor to the neurotransmitter (i.e. transmitter) acetylcholine, which is involved in many memory and muscle functions.
We can probably agree that the female body and its hormonal balance is more complicated than the male body. A woman's monthly female cycle, among other things, has a significant impact on her. It is therefore much more important to monitor all the necessary substances and hormones if a woman wants to live a balanced, happy life, both health-wise and mentally.
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Feminine balance important for every woman
We can probably agree that the female body and its hormonal balance is more complicated than the male body. A woman's monthly female cycle, among other things, has a significant impact on her. It is therefore much more important to monitor all the necessary substances and hormones if a woman wants to live a balanced, happy life, both health-wise and mentally.
“It’s just another vitamin… or is it?” is probably what each of us thinks, but the more we learn about pantothenic acid, the more fascinated we become. Vitamin B5 plays a key role in converting food into energy; it supports concentration, mental well-being and even skin regeneration. Without it, the body would be unable to produce hormones properly or cope with stress. It is also a substance found in every cell of our body; it has been with us since birth and contributes to energy levels, skin health and mental alertness. Although we may overlook it, its importance is undeniable and its name is no coincidence. It derives from the Greek word ‘panto’, meaning ‘everywhere’. And indeed, it is ubiquitous, irreplaceable and somewhat mysterious. If we start looking into where this essential vitamin is found, we’ll find it in eggs, nuts, wholegrains, shellfish, avocado, salmon, liver, kidneys, beef, yeast and vegetables… And if we’ve just realised that our diet is lacking in these foods, we should consider taking a B5 supplement. Within just a few days, we’d start to notice a difference. We’d wake up with more energy, our minds would be clearer, and we’d even see an improvement in our skin. Our colleagues wouldn’t fail to notice that we’re working faster, are more creative and less stressed. Pantothenic acid will help us get back into shape. And for us, it will no longer be just another substance on the list of vitamins.
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B5 – the guardian of vitality and beauty
“It’s just another vitamin… or is it?” is probably what each of us thinks, but the more we learn about pantothenic acid, the more fascinated we become. Vitamin B5 plays a key role in converting food into energy; it supports concentration, mental well-being and even skin regeneration. Without it, the body would be unable to produce hormones properly or cope with stress. It is also a substance found in every cell of our body; it has been with us since birth and contributes to energy levels, skin health and mental alertness. Although we may overlook it, its importance is undeniable and its name is no coincidence. It derives from the Greek word ‘panto’, meaning ‘everywhere’. And indeed, it is ubiquitous, irreplaceable and somewhat mysterious. If we start looking into where this essential vitamin is found, we’ll find it in eggs, nuts, wholegrains, shellfish, avocado, salmon, liver, kidneys, beef, yeast and vegetables… And if we’ve just realised that our diet is lacking in these foods, we should consider taking a B5 supplement. Within just a few days, we’d start to notice a difference. We’d wake up with more energy, our minds would be clearer, and we’d even see an improvement in our skin. Our colleagues wouldn’t fail to notice that we’re working faster, are more creative and less stressed. Pantothenic acid will help us get back into shape. And for us, it will no longer be just another substance on the list of vitamins.
Explore the contents of this health-promoting mixture and how it works. It ensures better mobility, which is (by far) not all. Joint Pro improves a whole range of health specifications, including inflammation, pain, stress resistance and antioxidant capacity. Dr. Lucullus joint nutrition is designed for prevention and especially for athletes (reduces weakness, strain), seniors (addresses limited mobility - arthritis and arthrosis), people after injuries (rapid regeneration), overweight people (strengthens joint resistance), young people (relief from stiffness, support for development).
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We define a fact: joint nutrition not only for those who suffer from joint pain
Explore the contents of this health-promoting mixture and how it works. It ensures better mobility, which is (by far) not all. Joint Pro improves a whole range of health specifications, including inflammation, pain, stress resistance and antioxidant capacity. Dr. Lucullus joint nutrition is designed for prevention and especially for athletes (reduces weakness, strain), seniors (addresses limited mobility - arthritis and arthrosis), people after injuries (rapid regeneration), overweight people (strengthens joint resistance), young people (relief from stiffness, support for development).
Dr. Lucullus stresses that there is no "moringa" like "moringa", we take pride in the fact that our natural nutritional supplements are of premium quality. We care about the content, purity and potency of the ingredients that contribute to your health. We explain why: By gently processing the leaves into a superfood powder, we ensure its stability, protection and longer shelf life.
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Moringa oleifera (Moringa oleifera)
Dr. Lucullus stresses that there is no "moringa" like "moringa", we take pride in the fact that our natural nutritional supplements are of premium quality. We care about the content, purity and potency of the ingredients that contribute to your health. We explain why: By gently processing the leaves into a superfood powder, we ensure its stability, protection and longer shelf life.
Why + C + hyaluronic acid? In short, it is an elixir of youth, characterised by three powerful antioxidants. The combination of these ingredients increases health benefits, and not just for the skin (as it may seem). Even in youth, the amount of hyaluronic acid increases. This trio helps to safely replenish and improve the health of the skin on the face, bones, joints and veins, making them firm and strong. Vitamin C is necessary for biosynthesis (and conversion) and effective utilisation. Let's break it down into small pieces, because here too, everything is literally connected...
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... to make you feel comfortable and happy in your body
Why + C + hyaluronic acid? In short, it is an elixir of youth, characterised by three powerful antioxidants. The combination of these ingredients increases health benefits, and not just for the skin (as it may seem). Even in youth, the amount of hyaluronic acid increases. This trio helps to safely replenish and improve the health of the skin on the face, bones, joints and veins, making them firm and strong. Vitamin C is necessary for biosynthesis (and conversion) and effective utilisation. Let's break it down into small pieces, because here too, everything is literally connected...
This remarkable plant (Lepidium mayenii) from the Peruvian Andes, where it is grown at extreme altitudes (4000 m a.s.l.). It is incredibly resilient and can survive and grow in conditions where most other plant species would not survive, such as low temperatures, strong winds, and intense UV radiation. Its ability to adapt to harsh environments enriches it with nutrients and substances that positively impact the human body, enhancing resistance to both physical and mental stress.
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Surprisingly Resilient Maca - Peruvian Cress
This remarkable plant (Lepidium mayenii) from the Peruvian Andes, where it is grown at extreme altitudes (4000 m a.s.l.). It is incredibly resilient and can survive and grow in conditions where most other plant species would not survive, such as low temperatures, strong winds, and intense UV radiation. Its ability to adapt to harsh environments enriches it with nutrients and substances that positively impact the human body, enhancing resistance to both physical and mental stress.
In today's world, where we are subject to daily stress, it is increasingly important to supply the body with the power of nature. Male Vitality is a supplement made from the most effective plants. A unique formula tailored to the needs of modern men and their active lifestyles. For more energy and increased performance at work and elsewhere, so that you can fully enjoy all the adventures that await you.
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Male vitality ... to make everything work as it should!
In today's world, where we are subject to daily stress, it is increasingly important to supply the body with the power of nature. Male Vitality is a supplement made from the most effective plants. A unique formula tailored to the needs of modern men and their active lifestyles. For more energy and increased performance at work and elsewhere, so that you can fully enjoy all the adventures that await you.
If you’re one of those people who don’t like swallowing tablets, you’ve no doubt already faced the dilemma of which nutritional supplement to choose. If you wanted to be thorough and ensure you got every single one, you’d have to swallow several of them every day. That’s why various combinations have been developed to help you with these difficulties. One of them is CalMag, a dual combination of calcium and magnesium.
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Cal-Mag - a powerful deuce for your bones
If you’re one of those people who don’t like swallowing tablets, you’ve no doubt already faced the dilemma of which nutritional supplement to choose. If you wanted to be thorough and ensure you got every single one, you’d have to swallow several of them every day. That’s why various combinations have been developed to help you with these difficulties. One of them is CalMag, a dual combination of calcium and magnesium.
When you feel the sun's rays on your skin, know that your body is creating one of the most important vitamins - D3, which was discovered thanks to centuries of research. The discovery of vitamin D3 became one of the most significant medical achievements of the 20th century, saving millions of lives: It was the year 1650 and in the streets of London, doctors noticed that more and more children were suffering from a strange disease called rickets (their bones were weak and brittle, legs deformed, growth slowed). It wasn't until 1919 that Dr. Huldschinsky exposed children with rickets to ultraviolet light and their bones began to heal! Three years later, biochemist McCollum discovered a substance that prevented rickets and called it vitamin D. Gradually, the existence of the most important form of vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) was discovered.
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Do we need the 'sunshine' vitamin D3 only in winter?
When you feel the sun's rays on your skin, know that your body is creating one of the most important vitamins - D3, which was discovered thanks to centuries of research. The discovery of vitamin D3 became one of the most significant medical achievements of the 20th century, saving millions of lives: It was the year 1650 and in the streets of London, doctors noticed that more and more children were suffering from a strange disease called rickets (their bones were weak and brittle, legs deformed, growth slowed). It wasn't until 1919 that Dr. Huldschinsky exposed children with rickets to ultraviolet light and their bones began to heal! Three years later, biochemist McCollum discovered a substance that prevented rickets and called it vitamin D. Gradually, the existence of the most important form of vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) was discovered.
Collagen is essentially a protein that the human body can produce itself, as it is essential for the proper functioning of cartilage, glands, joints, bones, muscles and skin. It is the most abundant substance in our body (up to 3%). Unless you are on social media, you really need to depend on it until you suddenly start to feel pain in your tendons, knees, ligaments... If you have a proper, balanced diet and get enough exercise, your body will produce very little of it. But...
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Is Collagen only for old people?
Collagen is essentially a protein that the human body can produce itself, as it is essential for the proper functioning of cartilage, glands, joints, bones, muscles and skin. It is the most abundant substance in our body (up to 3%). Unless you are on social media, you really need to depend on it until you suddenly start to feel pain in your tendons, knees, ligaments... If you have a proper, balanced diet and get enough exercise, your body will produce very little of it. But...
Everybody wants to do the best for their health and when I study nutritional supplements, I soon find out that in order to meet the daily intake of all the necessary substances, I would have to consume a good dose of capsules every day. Of course, as with everything, we have to use common, peasant common sense.
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Collagen+C+hyaluronic acid - a recipe for beauty and youth
Everybody wants to do the best for their health and when I study nutritional supplements, I soon find out that in order to meet the daily intake of all the necessary substances, I would have to consume a good dose of capsules every day. Of course, as with everything, we have to use common, peasant common sense.
Do you know that feeling? You’ve had a tough workout, spent the whole day in the sun, or are just trying to concentrate on your studies, but your energy levels are at rock bottom. You’re drinking water like there’s no tomorrow, but you still feel sluggish and listless. What’s the problem? The answer is probably much simpler than you think: you’re missing out on Dr LUCULLUS’s electrolytes.
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Are you lacking them? How to tell if your body is deficient in electrolytes
Do you know that feeling? You’ve had a tough workout, spent the whole day in the sun, or are just trying to concentrate on your studies, but your energy levels are at rock bottom. You’re drinking water like there’s no tomorrow, but you still feel sluggish and listless. What’s the problem? The answer is probably much simpler than you think: you’re missing out on Dr LUCULLUS’s electrolytes.
You may know it as an undemanding annual with bright yellow, orange and red flowers, which sprawls profusely along fences and in gardens. However, the greater nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus) is much more than just a feast for the eyes. In herbalism and natural medicine, this plant, native to South America, is regarded as one of the most effective natural remedies.
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Greater nasturtium: A common fence plant or nature’s most powerful antibiotic?
You may know it as an undemanding annual with bright yellow, orange and red flowers, which sprawls profusely along fences and in gardens. However, the greater nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus) is much more than just a feast for the eyes. In herbalism and natural medicine, this plant, native to South America, is regarded as one of the most effective natural remedies.
Does this sound familiar? You put in a tough workout, give it your all at the gym or on the running track, and look forward to seeing progress. Instead, though, the next day brings extreme tiredness, muscle soreness so bad you can’t even walk down the stairs, and the feeling that your body simply can’t keep up with the recovery.
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Muscles don’t grow during a workout, but afterwards. How can you kick-start immediate recovery?
Does this sound familiar? You put in a tough workout, give it your all at the gym or on the running track, and look forward to seeing progress. Instead, though, the next day brings extreme tiredness, muscle soreness so bad you can’t even walk down the stairs, and the feeling that your body simply can’t keep up with the recovery.
When we hear the word ‘zinc’, most of us immediately think of a strong immune system, fighting acne, or healthy hair and nails. But did you know that this trace element is absolutely vital for your digestive system? Without zinc, your body wouldn’t be able to break down food properly and absorb the essential nutrients from it.
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Zinc: The unsung hero of your digestion
When we hear the word ‘zinc’, most of us immediately think of a strong immune system, fighting acne, or healthy hair and nails. But did you know that this trace element is absolutely vital for your digestive system? Without zinc, your body wouldn’t be able to break down food properly and absorb the essential nutrients from it.
When we hear the term ‘dietary supplement’, most of us immediately think of vitamin C, magnesium or protein. However, there is one substance that often goes unnoticed, even though it is literally essential for the functioning of every single cell in the human body. We’re talking about lecithin.
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Is there a missing piece in your health puzzle? Why lecithin is the right choice
When we hear the term ‘dietary supplement’, most of us immediately think of vitamin C, magnesium or protein. However, there is one substance that often goes unnoticed, even though it is literally essential for the functioning of every single cell in the human body. We’re talking about lecithin.
Vitamins are like tiny superhero molecules that we give our bodies as a dietary supplement. Whether it’s for our immune system, firm skin or energy for the day, we couldn’t do without them. But when you swallow a vitamin tablet, have you ever wondered what it’s actually made of?
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Oh, those vitamins! Do you know the difference between natural and synthetic dietary supplements?
Vitamins are like tiny superhero molecules that we give our bodies as a dietary supplement. Whether it’s for our immune system, firm skin or energy for the day, we couldn’t do without them. But when you swallow a vitamin tablet, have you ever wondered what it’s actually made of?
The liver in the human body works tirelessly 24 hours a day, cleansing the blood of toxins, metabolising medicines and processing fats from food. However, for this complex mechanism to function flawlessly, it needs the right building blocks. One of the absolutely most important of these is choline. Although the body can produce small amounts of it itself, without sufficient intake from the diet we run the risk of fatty liver and inflammation. Let’s take a look at exactly how choline protects the liver and why it should be a part of your daily routine.
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4 benefits of choline for liver health
The liver in the human body works tirelessly 24 hours a day, cleansing the blood of toxins, metabolising medicines and processing fats from food. However, for this complex mechanism to function flawlessly, it needs the right building blocks. One of the absolutely most important of these is choline. Although the body can produce small amounts of it itself, without sufficient intake from the diet we run the risk of fatty liver and inflammation. Let’s take a look at exactly how choline protects the liver and why it should be a part of your daily routine.
It sounds like an ingredient in a magic potion from a fantasy film, or something you might find in a wicked witch’s cauldron. However, ‘devil’s claw’ (scientifically known as Harpagophytum procumbens) is no magic at all, but a real plant with a fascinating history and even more intriguing effects on the human body.
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Why devil's claw is an excellent ingredient for the musculoskeletal system
It sounds like an ingredient in a magic potion from a fantasy film, or something you might find in a wicked witch’s cauldron. However, ‘devil’s claw’ (scientifically known as Harpagophytum procumbens) is no magic at all, but a real plant with a fascinating history and even more intriguing effects on the human body.
If you haven’t heard of the European white elm, you’re not alone. This tree isn’t one of the typical species found in our forests, but in the field of natural medicine and dietary supplements, it’s a real treasure with a long history. Whilst the elm looks like a fairly ordinary tree, its true power lies beneath the surface – more precisely, in its inner bark.
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Discover the healing power of the European white elm
If you haven’t heard of the European white elm, you’re not alone. This tree isn’t one of the typical species found in our forests, but in the field of natural medicine and dietary supplements, it’s a real treasure with a long history. Whilst the elm looks like a fairly ordinary tree, its true power lies beneath the surface – more precisely, in its inner bark.
Aromatic, spicy and unmistakable. When a cold is coming on, most of us automatically reach for a cup of hot tea with fresh ginger, honey and lemon. But did you know that this knobbly underground stem gem harbours properties that go far beyond treating a cold?
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A fiery root with immense power: How ginger protects your joints and restores the joy of movement
Aromatic, spicy and unmistakable. When a cold is coming on, most of us automatically reach for a cup of hot tea with fresh ginger, honey and lemon. But did you know that this knobbly underground stem gem harbours properties that go far beyond treating a cold?
Imagine waking up every morning with an unpleasant feeling of pressure in your knees, back or fingers. For millions of people, stiff joints and chronic musculoskeletal pain are a daily reality. Whilst most people reach for painkillers, which merely mask the symptoms and upset the stomach, modern science is increasingly highlighting a natural alternative.
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How the ancient Reishi mushroom restores lightness to the musculoskeletal system
Imagine waking up every morning with an unpleasant feeling of pressure in your knees, back or fingers. For millions of people, stiff joints and chronic musculoskeletal pain are a daily reality. Whilst most people reach for painkillers, which merely mask the symptoms and upset the stomach, modern science is increasingly highlighting a natural alternative.
The thyroid gland is a small but extremely important butterfly-shaped organ located at the front of the neck. It regulates our metabolism and affects our energy levels, mood and even growth. In order to function properly and produce hormones, it needs specific nutrients.
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Which dietary supplements are good for supporting thyroid health?
The thyroid gland is a small but extremely important butterfly-shaped organ located at the front of the neck. It regulates our metabolism and affects our energy levels, mood and even growth. In order to function properly and produce hormones, it needs specific nutrients.
Magnesium is a miracle mineral. It improves sleep, relaxes muscles, reduces stress and helps produce energy. The problem arises when you realise that it comes in several forms – citrate, oxide, malate and bisglycinate. Which one should you choose? If you pick the wrong one, not only will it not help you, but it may cause unpleasant diarrhoea or, conversely, keep you awake at night.
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Not all magnesium is the same
Magnesium is a miracle mineral. It improves sleep, relaxes muscles, reduces stress and helps produce energy. The problem arises when you realise that it comes in several forms – citrate, oxide, malate and bisglycinate. Which one should you choose? If you pick the wrong one, not only will it not help you, but it may cause unpleasant diarrhoea or, conversely, keep you awake at night.
For many people, switching to a plant-based diet is a step towards better health, a smaller environmental footprint and a more sustainable lifestyle. Veganism and vegetarianism offer a huge range of benefits, but they also require a certain level of nutritional awareness. This is because excluding animal products from your diet can, if not managed carefully, lead to a deficiency in key nutrients.
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Which supplements are suitable for vegans and vegetarians?
For many people, switching to a plant-based diet is a step towards better health, a smaller environmental footprint and a more sustainable lifestyle. Veganism and vegetarianism offer a huge range of benefits, but they also require a certain level of nutritional awareness. This is because excluding animal products from your diet can, if not managed carefully, lead to a deficiency in key nutrients.
It is unassuming, often growing along country lanes, in meadows or in gardens, yet it harbours immense power. Chamomile, or ‘kamilka’ as it’s commonly known, is one of the best-known and most widely used medicinal herbs in the world. You may remember it from your childhood, when your grandmother used to make you tea from it for a tummy ache, but this little plant can do much more than that.
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Why should chamomile be a staple in every household?
It is unassuming, often growing along country lanes, in meadows or in gardens, yet it harbours immense power. Chamomile, or ‘kamilka’ as it’s commonly known, is one of the best-known and most widely used medicinal herbs in the world. You may remember it from your childhood, when your grandmother used to make you tea from it for a tummy ache, but this little plant can do much more than that.
Do you know that feeling when you’re looking at a book or a screen and it feels as though your brain is only running at 10 per cent? You can’t concentrate, you forget details and you feel constantly mentally exhausted. This condition is often referred to as ‘brain fog’.
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Are you struggling with brain fog? How to regain your focus and reset your mind
Do you know that feeling when you’re looking at a book or a screen and it feels as though your brain is only running at 10 per cent? You can’t concentrate, you forget details and you feel constantly mentally exhausted. This condition is often referred to as ‘brain fog’.
We live in an age where we are expected to perform at 100 per cent all the time. When fatigue sets in, most of us automatically reach for a quick fix in the form of a coffee or a can of energy drink. Although synthetic caffeine and refined sugar give us an immediate energy boost, this rapid surge is often followed by a sharp crash, which is frequently even more severe than the initial high. Nature, however, offers us more sophisticated and gentler tools that support our bodies in naturally producing and maintaining energy.
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How to boost your energy with natural energisers
We live in an age where we are expected to perform at 100 per cent all the time. When fatigue sets in, most of us automatically reach for a quick fix in the form of a coffee or a can of energy drink. Although synthetic caffeine and refined sugar give us an immediate energy boost, this rapid surge is often followed by a sharp crash, which is frequently even more severe than the initial high. Nature, however, offers us more sophisticated and gentler tools that support our bodies in naturally producing and maintaining energy.
When we talk about plants that have shaped modern medicine, few have left such a significant mark as the wild yam (Dioscorea villosa). This climbing plant with a woody root did not become famous for its taste, but for its unique chemical profile. Its true value lies in the molecules that literally ushered in the era of modern endocrinology and synthetic hormones.
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Wild Yam: From the Pharmaceutical Revolution to Modern Dietary Supplements
When we talk about plants that have shaped modern medicine, few have left such a significant mark as the wild yam (Dioscorea villosa). This climbing plant with a woody root did not become famous for its taste, but for its unique chemical profile. Its true value lies in the molecules that literally ushered in the era of modern endocrinology and synthetic hormones.
You buy some vitamins, take them every day – sometimes even twice a day – and… still nothing. No burst of energy, no stronger immune system, and no sign of that much-hoped-for improved digestion. Where did it all go wrong?
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The 5 most common mistakes you might be making with dietary supplements. Are you making them too?
You buy some vitamins, take them every day – sometimes even twice a day – and… still nothing. No burst of energy, no stronger immune system, and no sign of that much-hoped-for improved digestion. Where did it all go wrong?
Imagine you’re building a house. You’ve ordered the very best bricks and hired a whole team of workers, but there’s no site manager on the building site. The workers just pile the bricks wherever it suits them – right on the driveway. Instead of solid walls, you suddenly end up with something that bears no resemblance whatsoever to the house you had planned.
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Why vitamin K2-MK7 is the missing piece for your heart and bones
Imagine you’re building a house. You’ve ordered the very best bricks and hired a whole team of workers, but there’s no site manager on the building site. The workers just pile the bricks wherever it suits them – right on the driveway. Instead of solid walls, you suddenly end up with something that bears no resemblance whatsoever to the house you had planned.
Whilst vitamins often steal the limelight on food packaging and in adverts, there is another group of micronutrients without which our bodies would simply cease to function. These are minerals. These inorganic substances, derived from the earth and water, are literally the building blocks of our bodies. Not only do they form our bones and teeth, but they also act as catalysts that trigger thousands of enzymatic reactions, maintain our heart’s rhythm and ensure we have energy from the moment the alarm clock goes off in the morning until we fall asleep at night.
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Minerals: the heroes of our bodies
Whilst vitamins often steal the limelight on food packaging and in adverts, there is another group of micronutrients without which our bodies would simply cease to function. These are minerals. These inorganic substances, derived from the earth and water, are literally the building blocks of our bodies. Not only do they form our bones and teeth, but they also act as catalysts that trigger thousands of enzymatic reactions, maintain our heart’s rhythm and ensure we have energy from the moment the alarm clock goes off in the morning until we fall asleep at night.
Fun at festivals from morning till night, all-day hikes in the mountains under the summer sun, or action-packed weekends at a mountain cottage with friends. Summer is fantastic, but it can really take its toll on our bodies. Extreme heat, physical exertion, irregular sleep and a diet of langos or instant soups will sooner or later take their toll.
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What should a summer survival kit contain?
Fun at festivals from morning till night, all-day hikes in the mountains under the summer sun, or action-packed weekends at a mountain cottage with friends. Summer is fantastic, but it can really take its toll on our bodies. Extreme heat, physical exertion, irregular sleep and a diet of langos or instant soups will sooner or later take their toll.
It has an unmistakable, sweetish aroma reminiscent of aniseed or liquorice and has held a firm place in natural medicine for thousands of years. Common fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) is far from being merely a spice that adds a zing to Mediterranean recipes. It is an exceptionally potent herb that our grandmothers used as a first-aid remedy for various ailments, and today its effects are also confirmed by modern science.
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From our ancestors right up to the present day. How fennel continues to dominate the modern world.
It has an unmistakable, sweetish aroma reminiscent of aniseed or liquorice and has held a firm place in natural medicine for thousands of years. Common fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) is far from being merely a spice that adds a zing to Mediterranean recipes. It is an exceptionally potent herb that our grandmothers used as a first-aid remedy for various ailments, and today its effects are also confirmed by modern science.
Imagine an ordinary summer garden. What do you see? Perhaps some roses, a few shrubs, green grass and… bright orange or yellow flowers that look like little suns caught in a frame. That is precisely what the common marigold (Calendula officinalis) is. For many people, it is simply a pretty addition to flowerbeds, but in fact it is one of the most powerful and versatile herbs that nature has to offer.
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Calendula – a powerful miracle of nature
Imagine an ordinary summer garden. What do you see? Perhaps some roses, a few shrubs, green grass and… bright orange or yellow flowers that look like little suns caught in a frame. That is precisely what the common marigold (Calendula officinalis) is. For many people, it is simply a pretty addition to flowerbeds, but in fact it is one of the most powerful and versatile herbs that nature has to offer.
Imagine having to run a marathon every single day without a single day off. Your muscles would probably start to protest very quickly, wouldn’t they? It is precisely this same extreme feat, albeit on a much smaller scale, that we demand of our eyes.
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The digital age and our eyes: How can we restore their sparkle and protect them?
Imagine having to run a marathon every single day without a single day off. Your muscles would probably start to protest very quickly, wouldn’t they? It is precisely this same extreme feat, albeit on a much smaller scale, that we demand of our eyes.
It contains more antioxidants than blueberries, frost won’t damage it, and your immune system will love it. The black chokeberry isn’t one of the sweetest fruits, but given its health benefits, it could well be called the queen of Slovak gardens. At first glance, the black chokeberry may seem unremarkable, but it is in fact one of the healthiest berries you can find here. It originally comes from North America, where its properties were used as a remedy for colds or to make pemmican, a food with an extremely long shelf life that was prepared mainly for the long winter months. If you haven’t heard of it yet, it’s time to put that right!
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Aronia is an underrated wonder, and here’s everything you need to know about it
It contains more antioxidants than blueberries, frost won’t damage it, and your immune system will love it. The black chokeberry isn’t one of the sweetest fruits, but given its health benefits, it could well be called the queen of Slovak gardens. At first glance, the black chokeberry may seem unremarkable, but it is in fact one of the healthiest berries you can find here. It originally comes from North America, where its properties were used as a remedy for colds or to make pemmican, a food with an extremely long shelf life that was prepared mainly for the long winter months. If you haven’t heard of it yet, it’s time to put that right!
Digestive enzymes are specialised proteins that our body naturally produces in the digestive tract (e.g. in the salivary glands, stomach, pancreas and small intestine). Their main role is to break down complex molecules in food (proteins, fats and carbohydrates) into smaller components, which the body can then absorb through the intestinal walls into the bloodstream and use as energy or building blocks.
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Digestive enzymes under the microscope
Digestive enzymes are specialised proteins that our body naturally produces in the digestive tract (e.g. in the salivary glands, stomach, pancreas and small intestine). Their main role is to break down complex molecules in food (proteins, fats and carbohydrates) into smaller components, which the body can then absorb through the intestinal walls into the bloodstream and use as energy or building blocks.
Summer is in full swing, the temperatures outside are like a scorching oven, and as you look at that little bottle of vitamin D that has faithfully seen you through the whole winter, you say: “Right then, mate, you’re on holiday until October!” It sounds perfectly logical, after all. Vitamin D is the ‘sunshine vitamin’; there’s plenty of sunshine outside, so surely our bodies must be producing it with the greatest of ease.
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The sun’s shining, but you’re lacking ‘D’? Why you shouldn’t put off taking vitamin D until summer
Summer is in full swing, the temperatures outside are like a scorching oven, and as you look at that little bottle of vitamin D that has faithfully seen you through the whole winter, you say: “Right then, mate, you’re on holiday until October!” It sounds perfectly logical, after all. Vitamin D is the ‘sunshine vitamin’; there’s plenty of sunshine outside, so surely our bodies must be producing it with the greatest of ease.
Do you ever find yourself in a situation where you suddenly feel a bit under the weather, you’re tired from work, responsibilities or training, and you decide to ‘pop’ some vitamins? You reach for that big effervescent tablet, perhaps swallow a few capsules you find in the kitchen, wash them down with water, and expect everything to change as if by magic.
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How to get the most out of your vitamins without going mad
Do you ever find yourself in a situation where you suddenly feel a bit under the weather, you’re tired from work, responsibilities or training, and you decide to ‘pop’ some vitamins? You reach for that big effervescent tablet, perhaps swallow a few capsules you find in the kitchen, wash them down with water, and expect everything to change as if by magic.
B vitamins are among the most important nutrients for our bodies – literally an ‘energy drink’ – and their complex effects influence energy levels, immunity and the nervous system, as well as the quality of our skin, hair and nails. The B-complex is the term used for the group of B vitamins, which are water-soluble and cannot be stored in the body (with the exception of B12), so it is essential to replenish them regularly, as a deficiency leads to a wide range of problems, whilst any excess is simply excreted from the body. Dr Lucullus’s Vitamin B-complex is unique in that it consists of eleven vitamins, working tirelessly for your health and ready to win even the toughest battle.
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B-complex … a healthy energy drink
B vitamins are among the most important nutrients for our bodies – literally an ‘energy drink’ – and their complex effects influence energy levels, immunity and the nervous system, as well as the quality of our skin, hair and nails. The B-complex is the term used for the group of B vitamins, which are water-soluble and cannot be stored in the body (with the exception of B12), so it is essential to replenish them regularly, as a deficiency leads to a wide range of problems, whilst any excess is simply excreted from the body. Dr Lucullus’s Vitamin B-complex is unique in that it consists of eleven vitamins, working tirelessly for your health and ready to win even the toughest battle.
When the colder days arrive, bringing with them a runny nose, a blocked nose or a scratchy throat, that’s exactly the right time to reach for a cup of tea – but not just any tea. Dr Lucullus’s range offers a balance between natural nutrition and the power of science. We’d like to show you how our Organic Tea – Cold Relief can help and how it can become your natural ally.
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A cold doesn’t have to be a struggle: Discover the power of tea for colds
When the colder days arrive, bringing with them a runny nose, a blocked nose or a scratchy throat, that’s exactly the right time to reach for a cup of tea – but not just any tea. Dr Lucullus’s range offers a balance between natural nutrition and the power of science. We’d like to show you how our Organic Tea – Cold Relief can help and how it can become your natural ally.
Every parent knows that a happy child is the key to a peaceful day and night. When little ones feel tired, have a blocked nose or an upset tummy that prevents them from falling asleep – at times like these, we long for a simple and gentle solution.
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Discover the gentle care of children’s tea
Every parent knows that a happy child is the key to a peaceful day and night. When little ones feel tired, have a blocked nose or an upset tummy that prevents them from falling asleep – at times like these, we long for a simple and gentle solution.
Every winter the same thing happens, as it has for centuries, until one wonders why medical science hasn’t managed to develop a 100% effective cure for a simple ‘little cold’. First you feel tired, by evening you’ve got chills, and by morning you know you simply won’t make it through the day and will have to stay in bed again to get over this unpleasant condition. Well, yes. Stay in bed. If that were all, we’d manage to get through it somehow. But how, when you can’t catch your breath, your airways are blocked and, above all, there’s that unpleasant, exhausting cough…
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A nagging cough and blocked sinuses? Make yourself a natural remedy without any chemicals
Every winter the same thing happens, as it has for centuries, until one wonders why medical science hasn’t managed to develop a 100% effective cure for a simple ‘little cold’. First you feel tired, by evening you’ve got chills, and by morning you know you simply won’t make it through the day and will have to stay in bed again to get over this unpleasant condition. Well, yes. Stay in bed. If that were all, we’d manage to get through it somehow. But how, when you can’t catch your breath, your airways are blocked and, above all, there’s that unpleasant, exhausting cough…
200 micrograms that can transform your health: WHY SELENIUM? We know how important vitamin C is, that we can’t do without calcium, and that iron is vital for our blood, but have you heard of selenium? ... We know little about it, yet we suffer from a deficiency of it, even though it is vital for our cells, the thyroid gland, our immune system and long-term health. This article explains why L-selenomethionine is one of the micronutrients most likely to be missing from many diets. What is selenium and why do we need it? Selenium is a trace element found in the body in small quantities, but its role is enormous; it acts as a component of enzymes that:
Why is selenium the key to natural balance and a stronger immune system?
200 micrograms that can transform your health: WHY SELENIUM? We know how important vitamin C is, that we can’t do without calcium, and that iron is vital for our blood, but have you heard of selenium? ... We know little about it, yet we suffer from a deficiency of it, even though it is vital for our cells, the thyroid gland, our immune system and long-term health. This article explains why L-selenomethionine is one of the micronutrients most likely to be missing from many diets. What is selenium and why do we need it? Selenium is a trace element found in the body in small quantities, but its role is enormous; it acts as a component of enzymes that:
Drinking high-quality tea is slowly becoming a new trend. Following the emergence of coffee culture here – where perhaps only a joker would now order a ‘Turkish coffee in a glass’ in a café – there has also been a shift away from the traditional habit of drinking beer. It has gradually been replaced by wine, and it is now common for people to distinguish between dozens of different flavours, rather than the traditional division into white and red. As people travel more and more and get to know the world, they are also increasingly discovering the phenomenon of tea drinking.
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High-quality mountain tea to combat stress and a weak immune system
Drinking high-quality tea is slowly becoming a new trend. Following the emergence of coffee culture here – where perhaps only a joker would now order a ‘Turkish coffee in a glass’ in a café – there has also been a shift away from the traditional habit of drinking beer. It has gradually been replaced by wine, and it is now common for people to distinguish between dozens of different flavours, rather than the traditional division into white and red. As people travel more and more and get to know the world, they are also increasingly discovering the phenomenon of tea drinking.
This isn’t just any old drink; Electrolytes Lemon is a drink that boosts energy, hydration and vitality. Precisely blended minerals and trace elements will keep you balanced, wherever you are (at the gym, in the mountains, in the middle of a busy working day, or after a night out) – and remember, it’s not just about performance.
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Start your day feeling refreshed and keep going at full steam with electrolytes
This isn’t just any old drink; Electrolytes Lemon is a drink that boosts energy, hydration and vitality. Precisely blended minerals and trace elements will keep you balanced, wherever you are (at the gym, in the mountains, in the middle of a busy working day, or after a night out) – and remember, it’s not just about performance.
Acerola, also known as the Barbados (West Indian) cherry, is an exotic fruit shrub that occasionally grows to the size of a tree (2–5 metres). This evergreen species, native to the tropical regions of South and Central America, is known not only for its attractive appearance but, above all, for its unique properties and high vitamin content. The acerola fruit is a small drupe weighing up to 15 g, which resembles a cherry in shape but has a much more sour taste. It ripens extremely quickly – in just 23 days – and is gaining attention thanks to its tart flavour, which gradually becomes sweeter. Interestingly, the rule ‘the riper, the better’ does not apply to acerola, as it is the less ripe fruits that contain the highest levels of nutrients. Acerola can be found under the Latin names Malpighia glabra, emarginata and punicifolia. It contains an extremely high amount of vitamin C, which even exceeds that found in rose hips.
Forget lemons and rosehips! Acerola is the undisputed queen of vitamin C
Acerola, also known as the Barbados (West Indian) cherry, is an exotic fruit shrub that occasionally grows to the size of a tree (2–5 metres). This evergreen species, native to the tropical regions of South and Central America, is known not only for its attractive appearance but, above all, for its unique properties and high vitamin content. The acerola fruit is a small drupe weighing up to 15 g, which resembles a cherry in shape but has a much more sour taste. It ripens extremely quickly – in just 23 days – and is gaining attention thanks to its tart flavour, which gradually becomes sweeter. Interestingly, the rule ‘the riper, the better’ does not apply to acerola, as it is the less ripe fruits that contain the highest levels of nutrients. Acerola can be found under the Latin names Malpighia glabra, emarginata and punicifolia. It contains an extremely high amount of vitamin C, which even exceeds that found in rose hips.
The term ‘vitamin B6’ is used to refer to three derivatives: pyridoxine, pyridoxal and pyridoxamine. Whichever of these you consume, the active form of this vitamin is pyridoxal-5-phosphate. It is an important cofactor for enzymes. All three forms of vitamin B6 are found in the normal diet and are absorbed directly in the gut. It plays a key role in the metabolism of proteins, fats and carbohydrates. It is involved in more than 100 enzymatic reactions.
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Vitamin B6: Pyridoxine for happiness, a better mood and good health
The term ‘vitamin B6’ is used to refer to three derivatives: pyridoxine, pyridoxal and pyridoxamine. Whichever of these you consume, the active form of this vitamin is pyridoxal-5-phosphate. It is an important cofactor for enzymes. All three forms of vitamin B6 are found in the normal diet and are absorbed directly in the gut. It plays a key role in the metabolism of proteins, fats and carbohydrates. It is involved in more than 100 enzymatic reactions.
We should drink good herbal tea as a preventative measure, to boost our immunity. There was a time when this was obvious to everyone, and such teas were commonplace in villages. These days, it’s common to find a chemist’s even in a small village. We’ve all quickly got used to ‘instant-relief’ tablets.
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Natural aspirin? Discover this medicinal tea
We should drink good herbal tea as a preventative measure, to boost our immunity. There was a time when this was obvious to everyone, and such teas were commonplace in villages. These days, it’s common to find a chemist’s even in a small village. We’ve all quickly got used to ‘instant-relief’ tablets.
Everyone really got on your nerves; the journey home was like something out of the apocalypse, and at home, instead of peace and quiet, there was more tension and stress. This is what some of our days are like. There are many solutions, but only a few are the right ones in the long run. Because alcohol really does help to calm your nerves and see things from a completely different perspective – though sometimes from a diabolical one, not a positive one. Soft drugs and medication can help you switch off, but they don’t address the root of your problem.
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Leave your stress behind. The power of nature works better than chemicals
Everyone really got on your nerves; the journey home was like something out of the apocalypse, and at home, instead of peace and quiet, there was more tension and stress. This is what some of our days are like. There are many solutions, but only a few are the right ones in the long run. Because alcohol really does help to calm your nerves and see things from a completely different perspective – though sometimes from a diabolical one, not a positive one. Soft drugs and medication can help you switch off, but they don’t address the root of your problem.
If you’re feeling tired, irritable or having trouble sleeping, your body may be signalling that it needs support for your nervous system and mental wellbeing. Today we’ll be looking at the fascinating combination of L-tryptophan, vitamins B3 and B6, and chamomile – a blend that can have a positive effect on your mood, sleep and overall health. You may be surprised by the enormous impact these ingredients (not just as antidepressants and stress relievers) have on your body. Especially in today’s fast-paced world, where we face constant stress, this herbal supplement offers effective support for managing it safely and improving your mental balance.
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A surge of harmony and relaxation with L-Tryptophan + B3 + B6
If you’re feeling tired, irritable or having trouble sleeping, your body may be signalling that it needs support for your nervous system and mental wellbeing. Today we’ll be looking at the fascinating combination of L-tryptophan, vitamins B3 and B6, and chamomile – a blend that can have a positive effect on your mood, sleep and overall health. You may be surprised by the enormous impact these ingredients (not just as antidepressants and stress relievers) have on your body. Especially in today’s fast-paced world, where we face constant stress, this herbal supplement offers effective support for managing it safely and improving your mental balance.
You know how it is – we don’t always manage to simply ‘switch off’ and fall asleep. A gentle sip of herbal tea, which soothes both mind and body, offers relief, transforming restlessness into balance and tension into calm. When our thoughts quieten in the evening and we settle into the comfort of our own home, it’s the perfect time for a moment to ourselves – a time that promotes deep, undisturbed sleep.
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Discover the power of tea for a restful night’s sleep
You know how it is – we don’t always manage to simply ‘switch off’ and fall asleep. A gentle sip of herbal tea, which soothes both mind and body, offers relief, transforming restlessness into balance and tension into calm. When our thoughts quieten in the evening and we settle into the comfort of our own home, it’s the perfect time for a moment to ourselves – a time that promotes deep, undisturbed sleep.
“Calcium on its own isn’t enough; it can even be harmful to your health.” What sort of conspiracy theory is this, you might think... After all, we need calcium for our bones, our teeth… but if we were to read the specialist literature, we’d find out… yes, calcium is important, but only if it knows where it’s supposed to be. Because when it wanders around the body unchecked, it can ‘park’ itself in the arteries, kidneys or joints. Calcium in the arteries contributes to their hardening (calcification), thereby increasing the risk of a heart attack, stroke or high blood pressure. This is where vitamin K2 comes to the rescue. It activates a protein called Matrix GLA protein, which ‘cleans’ the blood vessels by preventing calcium from being deposited in their walls. At the same time, it activates osteocalcin, which ensures that calcium goes where it is needed. This is precisely why vitamin K2 is essential – it acts as a GPS for calcium. With its special ability to regulate calcium transport – and not just any old way – it literally acts as a navigator for calcium, ensuring it doesn’t end up where it doesn’t belong (in the arteries), but is directed to where it’s needed: in the bones and teeth. The most effective form of vitamin K2 is MK-7 (menaquinone); although it sounds like a supporting character, it is a systems operator (the sort who doesn’t take the stage at meetings, but without whom the whole company would collapse). Scientists aren’t exactly the sort to follow trends; they don’t always agree, but in the case of vitamin K2, also known as MK-7, they report that this vitamin has many benefits:
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K2 as a GPS
“Calcium on its own isn’t enough; it can even be harmful to your health.” What sort of conspiracy theory is this, you might think... After all, we need calcium for our bones, our teeth… but if we were to read the specialist literature, we’d find out… yes, calcium is important, but only if it knows where it’s supposed to be. Because when it wanders around the body unchecked, it can ‘park’ itself in the arteries, kidneys or joints. Calcium in the arteries contributes to their hardening (calcification), thereby increasing the risk of a heart attack, stroke or high blood pressure. This is where vitamin K2 comes to the rescue. It activates a protein called Matrix GLA protein, which ‘cleans’ the blood vessels by preventing calcium from being deposited in their walls. At the same time, it activates osteocalcin, which ensures that calcium goes where it is needed. This is precisely why vitamin K2 is essential – it acts as a GPS for calcium. With its special ability to regulate calcium transport – and not just any old way – it literally acts as a navigator for calcium, ensuring it doesn’t end up where it doesn’t belong (in the arteries), but is directed to where it’s needed: in the bones and teeth. The most effective form of vitamin K2 is MK-7 (menaquinone); although it sounds like a supporting character, it is a systems operator (the sort who doesn’t take the stage at meetings, but without whom the whole company would collapse). Scientists aren’t exactly the sort to follow trends; they don’t always agree, but in the case of vitamin K2, also known as MK-7, they report that this vitamin has many benefits:
When we need to recharge our batteries and long for peace, it’s time to slow down. Imagine the silence of a mountain morning, when the mist rises above the valley, the sun touches the mountain slopes, and the air is fresh and scented with wild herbs. And although these herbs grow in the purest areas and in mineral-rich soil, they must also adapt to the harsh conditions of the mountains. As a result, they are rich in antioxidants, essential oils, flavonoids and phenolic compounds, which help protect cells from oxidative stress.
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Discover the energy of the mountains in every sip
When we need to recharge our batteries and long for peace, it’s time to slow down. Imagine the silence of a mountain morning, when the mist rises above the valley, the sun touches the mountain slopes, and the air is fresh and scented with wild herbs. And although these herbs grow in the purest areas and in mineral-rich soil, they must also adapt to the harsh conditions of the mountains. As a result, they are rich in antioxidants, essential oils, flavonoids and phenolic compounds, which help protect cells from oxidative stress.
Vitamin B12 is the most complex vitamin (from a chemical point of view); it contains cobalt, which is essential for its activity. Also known as cyanocobalamin, it plays a part in the proper functioning of the body, and our bodies require it every day. Although we only need it in small amounts, its importance for red blood cell production and metabolism is enormous. Various studies suggest that it has a beneficial effect on our mood and memory, and supports brain function. Vitamin B12 is necessary for maintaining the proper functioning of the nervous system and the metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates and fats. Unlike other vitamins, B12 is synthesised in nature only by bacteria found in the digestive systems of animals. We therefore obtain it mainly from animal products, such as meat and dairy products. Its uniqueness also lies in its ability to be stored in the liver for many years, but a deficiency poses a risk not only to vegans and older people. A B12 deficiency does not manifest itself immediately (it can take up to a year). Fatigue is the first sign of a deficiency in this vitamin. Chronic fatigue, memory problems, tingling in the limbs or depression can be subtle warning signs. As vitamin B12 is essential for the production of myelin, the protective sheath around nerve fibres, a deficiency can lead to neurological problems such as numbness and balance issues. If this deficiency is left untreated, it can lead to serious neurological disorders and anaemia; the deficiency also manifests itself through various haematological and psychiatric symptoms (including confusion and disorientation, atrophy, mood and behavioural changes, psychosis and cognitive problems, loss of concentration, insomnia and incontinence). In the past, pernicious anaemia was incurable. In 1926, two doctors discovered that eating raw liver could alleviate these symptoms – fatigue, memory loss and nerve damage. Two decades later, they succeeded in isolating the substance responsible for this effect, which turned out to be vitamin B12.
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Better concentration and a better memory? Try vitamin B12!
Vitamin B12 is the most complex vitamin (from a chemical point of view); it contains cobalt, which is essential for its activity. Also known as cyanocobalamin, it plays a part in the proper functioning of the body, and our bodies require it every day. Although we only need it in small amounts, its importance for red blood cell production and metabolism is enormous. Various studies suggest that it has a beneficial effect on our mood and memory, and supports brain function. Vitamin B12 is necessary for maintaining the proper functioning of the nervous system and the metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates and fats. Unlike other vitamins, B12 is synthesised in nature only by bacteria found in the digestive systems of animals. We therefore obtain it mainly from animal products, such as meat and dairy products. Its uniqueness also lies in its ability to be stored in the liver for many years, but a deficiency poses a risk not only to vegans and older people. A B12 deficiency does not manifest itself immediately (it can take up to a year). Fatigue is the first sign of a deficiency in this vitamin. Chronic fatigue, memory problems, tingling in the limbs or depression can be subtle warning signs. As vitamin B12 is essential for the production of myelin, the protective sheath around nerve fibres, a deficiency can lead to neurological problems such as numbness and balance issues. If this deficiency is left untreated, it can lead to serious neurological disorders and anaemia; the deficiency also manifests itself through various haematological and psychiatric symptoms (including confusion and disorientation, atrophy, mood and behavioural changes, psychosis and cognitive problems, loss of concentration, insomnia and incontinence). In the past, pernicious anaemia was incurable. In 1926, two doctors discovered that eating raw liver could alleviate these symptoms – fatigue, memory loss and nerve damage. Two decades later, they succeeded in isolating the substance responsible for this effect, which turned out to be vitamin B12.
Most of us associate vitamin C with the classic sour tablet. In fact, it’s a vitamin that plays a vital role in the body, helping us to cope with stress, supporting our immune system, collagen production and iron absorption. And as it doesn’t last long in the body, we need to replenish it daily. During periods of stress or illness, our need for it can even increase several-fold. And honestly, do you know anyone who isn’t stressed these days?
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Next-generation vitamin C: How does VEG-C differ from standard supplements?
Most of us associate vitamin C with the classic sour tablet. In fact, it’s a vitamin that plays a vital role in the body, helping us to cope with stress, supporting our immune system, collagen production and iron absorption. And as it doesn’t last long in the body, we need to replenish it daily. During periods of stress or illness, our need for it can even increase several-fold. And honestly, do you know anyone who isn’t stressed these days?
We probably all have a good supply of medicines at home in case we catch a cold, or even the flu. It’s the same every single year. The temperature drops, the weather turns damp and chilly, and the viral infections start to spread. But we’re prepared! Celaskon, various cough syrups, paracetamol… A box (or even a large box) of all sorts of medicines will sort it out, won’t it? And if not, then whilst we’re coughing, grumbling and lying in bed, we solemnly promise ourselves that we’ll finally start hardening ourselves to the cold. As soon as the illness has passed...
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How to treat a cold or the flu?
We probably all have a good supply of medicines at home in case we catch a cold, or even the flu. It’s the same every single year. The temperature drops, the weather turns damp and chilly, and the viral infections start to spread. But we’re prepared! Celaskon, various cough syrups, paracetamol… A box (or even a large box) of all sorts of medicines will sort it out, won’t it? And if not, then whilst we’re coughing, grumbling and lying in bed, we solemnly promise ourselves that we’ll finally start hardening ourselves to the cold. As soon as the illness has passed...
You may be familiar with vitamin B7 by several names. It is best known as biotin. But it is also called coenzyme R or vitamin H. The ‘H’ is derived from the German word ‘Haut’, meaning skin. This is because this vitamin has a major impact on our body’s largest organ – the human skin.
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Did you know that vitamin B7 affects our largest organ?
You may be familiar with vitamin B7 by several names. It is best known as biotin. But it is also called coenzyme R or vitamin H. The ‘H’ is derived from the German word ‘Haut’, meaning skin. This is because this vitamin has a major impact on our body’s largest organ – the human skin.
