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In the Scheunengut guide, we explain vitamins, minerals, plant compounds and dietary supplements clearly and with a solid scientific grounding – from correct intake to the right product for you. Use the search or the topic filters to quickly find what you need.
B Vitamins: The Complete Overview from B1 to B12
They are often called the "powerhouse team" among the vitamins – and that reputation is well earned. The eight B vitamins work in your body like a well-rehearsed workshop crew:...
Sports & Electrolytes: Magnesium, Potassium & Co. in Balance
Which electrolytes matter during exercise? Through sweat you lose mainly sodium, plus smaller amounts of potassium, magnesium and calcium. During long, intense or sweaty sessions, a targeted intake of these...
Joints: Glucosamine, Chondroitin & MSM Clearly Explained
Few topics lead so reliably into the jungle of dietary supplements as “supporting your joints from within”. Three names show up immediately: glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM. But what are these substances...
Resveratrol: The Polyphenol from the Grape
It sounds like a contradiction: in parts of France people eat richly, enjoy cheese and red wine – and yet cardiovascular problems were long considered comparatively rare there. The "French...
Spirulina & Chlorella: The Algae Compared
When you're standing in front of the green superfood shelf, spirulina and chlorella often sit right next to each other – and yet they are two completely different organisms. The...
Ginseng: Effects, Forms & Use
"Ginseng" appears on many labels – but not everything sold under that name contains the same thing. The botanical name Panax derives from the Greek word for "cure-all", and it...
Maca: The Root from the Andes Explained Simply
At 4,000 metres of altitude, where hardly any crop survives, an unassuming tuber grows in the Peruvian Andes that the people there have valued as a source of strength for...
Moringa: The Nutrient Tree Clearly Explained
„Tree of life“, „miracle tree“, „most nutrient-rich plant in the world“ – hardly any botanical is marketed as flowerily as moringa. The honest short answer: Moringa oleifera is a fast-growing...
Glutathione: The Body's Own Antioxidant, Explained Clearly
„Master antioxidant" – that's what glutathione is often called, and for once it isn't marketing hyperbole but biochemistry: hardly any other molecule is so present in just about every one...
NAC (N-Acetyl-Cysteine): Effects, Intake & Key Facts
NAC (N-acetyl-cysteine) is a particularly stable form of the sulphur-containing amino acid L-cysteine – precisely the building block that determines in the body how much glutathione can be produced. That...
Nutrients for Vegans: Keeping an Eye on the Critical Micronutrients
The short answer first: A vegan diet covers almost everything – with one clear exception. You have to supplement vitamin B12; there is no way around it. In addition, it...
Combining Supplements the Right Way: What Goes Together?
Short and to the point: Yes, you can take many supplements together – but not all of them. The simple rule of thumb is: fat-soluble substances (D, K2, Q10) with...
Astaxanthin: The Antioxidant from Microalgae
Why is salmon pink? Why are flamingos pink? In both cases the answer is the same molecule - and it is also found in an unassuming freshwater alga, which turns...
Coenzyme Q10: Ubiquinol vs. Ubiquinone & correct intake
In short: Ubiquinol and ubiquinone are not an either-or of two substances - they are the same substance in two states. Ubiquinone is the oxidised, stable and inexpensive classic form;...
Zinc: Effects, Daily Requirement & Recognising Deficiency
In brief: Zinc is an essential trace element involved in more than 300 enzymes. The body needs it every day, but cannot produce or store it in any meaningful amount...
Vitamin C: Effects, Daily Requirement & the Best Source
A single red bell pepper covers your entire daily requirement of vitamin C – and does so twice over. Even so, hardly any vitamin is as popular a dietary supplement...
Barley Grass: Effects, Nutrients & Use – Honestly Explained
What is barley grass, which nutrients does it contain and what is it used for? An honest overview of effects, use & dosage – including a comparison of leaf and juice powder.
Which Supplement Fits Your Goal? The Big Overview
The big overview: which nutrients match which goal – from sleep to energy and immune system to longevity – with honest quality and combination tips.
Prostate: Saw Palmetto, Pumpkin Seed & Nettle at a Glance
The prostate made clear: traditionally used plants such as saw palmetto, pumpkin seed and nettle, the role of zinc – and why urological check-ups remain important.
Supporting Menopause Naturally: Plants, Nutrients & Lifestyle
Supporting menopause naturally: traditionally used plants like wild yam and chasteberry, important nutrients (including for the bones) and lifestyle tips.
Gut & Microbiome: Probiotics, Fibre & Nutrition
Gut & microbiome made clear: what probiotics and prebiotics are, the role fermented foods and fibre play, and what to look for in culture complexes.
Stress & inner calm: magnesium, B vitamins & adaptogens
When under stress: magnesium and B vitamins contribute to the normal function of the nervous system and to normal psychological function – plus adaptogens (traditional) and lifestyle tips.
Beautiful Skin, Hair & Nails from Within: Biotin, Zinc & Selenium
Beautiful skin, hair and nails from within: biotin, zinc and selenium contribute to their maintenance, plus vitamin C for collagen formation – along with care tips.
More Energy: Magnesium, Iron & B Vitamins Against Tiredness
Less tiredness, more energy: magnesium, iron and B vitamins contribute to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue and to a normal energy-yielding metabolism – plus lifestyle tips.
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