Health

The answer to the above question is straightforward; no, light therapy does not facilitate the production of vitamin D. We explain below how your body does produce vitamin D and what the daylight lamp can be used for.

Jet lag can do strange things to you: feeling the urge to sleep while the world around you is just waking up. Feeling ravenous at 'inappropriate' times. Or being unable to fall asleep while the streets are quiet and the night has long since fallen. Fortunately, we often experience it for a good reason: a wonderful holiday. But it can be quite annoying.

Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin, deriving its name from the Danish word 'Koagulations Vitamin', which was assigned by the Danish researcher Hendrik Dam. Coagulation, as it is written in English, is another term for blood clotting. Hendrik Dam discovered at the beginning of the last century that vitamin K has a blood-clotting effect in our bodies. Only relatively recently has scientific research shown that vitamin K plays an even more significant role in our bodies. It contributes to the maintenance of strong bones by supporting the absorption of calcium in our bone tissue. This is particularly true for the easily absorbable form, vitamin K2.

Magnesium has been extremely popular for years, and we are often asked which form is best absorbed. Therefore, we explain it below.

Amino acids are essential building blocks of life for biologists, while athletes primarily see them as the building blocks of muscle tissue. There are hundreds of types, but only twenty are important for humans. Of these fundamental amino acids, our body can produce twelve on its own, while the remaining eight must be obtained through diet. These eight are therefore called essential amino acids.

The Chinese district of Bama is renowned for its large number of residents over the age of 100. Of course, genetics play a role, but that is not the whole story... John Day visited the area, studied their way of life, and returned with the following conclusions.

It's clear; men and women think, feel, and communicate quite differently. But what about the physiological needs of our bodies? Is there a difference in nutritional requirements, and should men choose different supplements than women?

Have you always been on the lookout for a diet that is both simple to follow and maintain, while also being healthy and delivering spectacular results? Perhaps 'Intermittent Fasting' is just what you need. Category and Product Manager Pepijn Aardewijn wanted to lose weight and delved into the fascinating world of fasting. He has since lost 20 kilograms! Below is his story, findings, and observations about this new diet craze that has flown over from America.

In each season, your digestion functions differently. This is quite convenient, as our diet also changes with the seasons. It’s no coincidence that during cold and harsh weather, you suddenly develop an irresistible craving for heavier and more substantial food. Unconsciously, you are working to balance your vata, pitta, and kapha. Naturally, during the colder seasons, you tend to eat warm and nourishing dishes like a 'nice bowl of pea soup' and other meal soups, mashed dishes, and casseroles. Ayurveda also favours a warm breakfast in autumn and winter, such as oatmeal porridge, nuts, and dried fruits.

Many people take additional vitamin B12, particularly vegetarians and vegans. They are at a higher risk of developing a deficiency since B12 is primarily found in animal products. If you are taking vitamin B12, it may be useful to know which form is most absorbable, and we've outlined this for you below.

Various factors influence the production of melatonin; the hormone responsible for making you fall asleep at night. Below, we explain what constitutes a good 'melatonin diet', what you should avoid eating, and what other factors affect your sleep hormones.

Everyone feels tired or lethargic at times. If this is your daily reality, something needs to change. Going to bed early and sleeping in might seem like the solution, but surprisingly, it's not. What can you do to gain more energy? We've compiled the best tips for you.

Your periods become irregular, you notice that you sometimes react differently than usual... and you wonder: could I be going through menopause? If you haven't menstruated in the last 12 months, you can confidently say that your last period has occurred. However, the actual menopause begins before this. Menopause is a natural process that every woman experiences. As no more eggs mature in your ovaries, the production of the female hormone oestrogen decreases. Oestrogen affects numerous functions in your body, such as your heart, blood vessels, bones, head, breasts, and bladder. Therefore, your body must adjust to the changing oestrogen levels. These natural changes in your body can lead to a reaction from the organs, resulting in so-called menopausal symptoms, such as hot flushes, night sweats, mood swings, fatigue, and depressive episodes. Research has shown that 80% of all women experience symptoms during menopause.

Life is much more pleasant without a runny nose. Did you know that your kitchen cupboard contains items that can help you get rid of your cold?

Want to know which Vitaminstore multi best suits your lifestyle? Below is a brief overview.