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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.

What started in an attic room has now, 20 years later, grown into a company with 150 employees. They were ahead of the health trends and managed to put Vitaminstore on the map throughout the Netherlands. Did they have a good crystal ball and see this coming, or were they very lucky?

The first touch with your child is not only magical but also extremely important. A newborn baby needs time to recover from the birth, and skin-to-skin contact is essential in this process. Holding your baby against your bare skin immediately after birth is beneficial for various health aspects. Previously, a newborn was first washed, weighed, and wrapped in blankets. However, skin-to-skin contact is proven to be better for the heart, lung function, breathing, body temperature, and blood sugar levels. Removing the baby immediately after birth can also cause stress for both mother and child.

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.

We are all familiar with sauerkraut, the fermented cabbage that frequently appears on the winter menus of many Dutch families. Sauerkraut is, of course, very tasty, but did you know that it is also very good for your health, particularly for our gut flora? “In this article, I discuss what fermentation is and what its benefits are,” says Jesse van der Velde.

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?

You often hear the word in beauty product advertisements: collagen. But what exactly is it, what role does it play in our body, and how can you ensure you get enough of it?

The festival season has been in full swing for a while now, so we've compiled a list of our festival must-haves for you. A selection of products that will help you get even more out of your festival experience! Enjoy! Water Bottle Drinking water is perhaps the biggest unwritten rule at festivals. We probably don't need to explain why... water prevents a hangover! Moreover, dehydration leads to a loss of energy, and that's not what you want when you're having a great time dancing and socialising.

There are various ways to make your life a bit more conscious and healthier, and a vegan lifestyle is one of them. This not only pertains to nutrition but also to vitamins, minerals, and other health products. Are you planning to lead a healthier life and interested in veganism? Then read on!

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.

The human body is composed of various muscle groups. Each person is different, and interestingly, one person can have more muscles than another. On average, a human has 640 muscles. Many of these muscles cannot be consciously controlled. They are known as smooth muscles. These muscles respond to stimuli from the nervous system. Striated muscles are the ones you can consciously control, the muscles of your skeleton. These muscles can be trained through exercise and strength exertion. Broadly speaking, they can be divided into six muscle groups.

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.