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How to reduce stress levels without medication: 5 supplements that really work

We live in an age where constant tension and an overburdened nervous system are almost the social norm. Chronic stress and that unpleasant, creeping anxiety have long since ceased to be merely abstract psychological concepts. They manifest as a knot in the stomach, an endless stream of thoughts before bedtime, and a feeling of exhaustion that cannot simply be shaken off with a good night’s sleep. As if that weren’t enough, stomach problems can also be counted amongst the unpleasant symptoms. Although sleep, exercise and lifestyle adjustments remain the foundation of mental balance, during prolonged periods of nervous tension our body burns through key micronutrients whilst crying out for help.

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5 vitamins you should incorporate into your daily routine as autumn approaches. Do you take them too?

Mornings are starting to get colder, the days are getting shorter by the day, and the morning mist reminds us that summer has definitely handed over the baton to autumn. However, along with cosy jumpers and a cup of hot tea comes a time when our bodies are put to the test. Colder weather, crowded spaces and a lack of natural sunlight create the ideal conditions for seasonal fatigue and unwanted germs.

Immunity and Vitality

The world runs on a 24-hour cycle. A woman’s body doesn’t!

Immunity and Vitality

Imagine a world where a smartphone would be expected to run at 100 per cent capacity even when the battery is down to 12 per cent. That is exactly what modern society does to women – and, worse still, we often do it to ourselves.

Immunity and Vitality

The world runs on a 24-hour cycle. A woman’s body doesn’t!

Immunity and Vitality

Why is a good night’s sleep your secret superpower, and how can you finally treat yourself to it?

Immunity and Vitality

Do you know that feeling when your alarm goes off in the morning and you feel as though you haven’t slept at all? Your head feels heavy, your thoughts are foggy, and the first thing you think of is a huge cup of coffee. In today’s fast-paced world, we’ve somehow got used to seeing a lack of sleep as a normal price to pay and part of modern life. The truth, however, is that sleep is neither a luxury nor a passive waste of time. It is a fundamental pillar of our physical health and our inner mental balance and well-being. Let’s take a look together at what happens to us when we sleep, and how we can gently help our bodies achieve deep, undisturbed rest.

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Why is a good night’s sleep your secret superpower, and how can you finally treat yourself to it?

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...

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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.

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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 . 

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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.

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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!

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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.

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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?

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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 ... 

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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!

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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?

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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. 

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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.

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How to reduce stress levels without medication: 5 supplements that really work

5 vitamins you should incorporate into your daily routine as autumn approaches. Do you take them too?

The world runs on a 24-hour cycle. A woman’s body doesn’t!

The world runs on a 24-hour cycle. A woman’s body doesn’t!

Why is a good night’s sleep your secret superpower, and how can you finally treat yourself to it?

Why is a good night’s sleep your secret superpower, and how can you finally treat yourself to it?

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