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Have you ever taken a big bite of a lemon? Sour, isn't it? The word 'acidification' might sound familiar to you. However, 'acidification' can mean something entirely different from a sour taste in your mouth. We're talking about the acidification of the body. Unfortunately, this has far more unpleasant consequences than just a sour face. The good news: you can do something about it, namely deacidification! After reading this article, you'll know all the 'ins and outs' of acidification and can start deacidifying your body.

What is Ashwagandha? Ashwagandha is a plant primarily known as a herb that has been used for thousands of years in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, which originates from India. However, this herb also grows in various other parts of the world, such as Africa and the Mediterranean region. Ashwagandha comes from Sanskrit, derived from "ashva" meaning horse and "gandha" meaning smell, referring to the root that supposedly has a horse-like scent. Ashwagandha is also known as "Indian Ginseng" or Winter Cherry. As the name suggests, red berry-like fruits grow on its long sturdy branches, which can reach up to 1.5 metres in height.

Red Yeast Rice is a type of rice fermented by yeast (not to be confused with the red rice served in a Thai restaurant). It is the yeast that gives the rice its red colour; by fermenting ordinary rice with the Monascus purpureus yeast, the rice grains turn dark red. Red yeast rice is also known as Xuezhikang or Red Koji.

For a long time, fats had a bad reputation and were anxiously avoided in many diets. Fortunately, we now know better and understand how important healthy fats are for your body. Particularly the Omega 3 fatty acids EPA and DHA are praised for their significant contribution to our health. For instance, DHA is beneficial for brain and eye function, and both DHA and EPA are advantageous for the heart and blood pressure. However, less well-known is the polyunsaturated Omega 6 fatty acid gamma-linolenic acid, abbreviated as GLA. Therefore, we will tell you more about this important fatty acid.

Is your partner too much in your space, does your stomach feel like a bottomless pit, do you have a nagging headache, and are you getting in your own way? Sound familiar? It could very well be that you are suffering from premenstrual syndrome, also known as PMS.

The first warm rays of spring have reached us this year! And how delightful it is to feel the warmth on your face again after a long, dark winter. The change of season also calls for a change in your skincare routine. We have therefore compiled a list of to-dos for you.

Do you apply a load of chemicals to your skin every day, perhaps without realising it, through the use of your cream, shower gel, or body lotion? It's unnecessary because nowadays there is a wide range of natural cosmetics that protect your skin, enhance its beauty, and are also less harmful to the environment. Do you think your skin deserves a well-earned holiday? Dive into your bathroom and take a critical look at the ingredient list of your skincare products. We guide you with the points below to help you choose cleaner and more effective cosmetics.

Support your immune system. A healthy lifestyle can help bolster your natural defences. Avoid excessive stress wherever possible, eat healthily, and ensure you get enough sleep and exercise. You might also consider supplementing your diet with adequate vitamin C. It's a fact that vitamin C positively influences your immune system. Want to know how much vitamin C you can take to support your body's natural defences? And which forms of vitamin C you can choose? Read our tips here.

Originating from New Zealand and renowned for its unique properties: Manuka honey. This rare honey is being increasingly used, even in the Netherlands. What makes this honey so special?

In the Netherlands, many people are sent to swimming lessons at a young age. It is entirely customary to obtain an A and B diploma before the age of ten. As a result, the majority of Dutch people can manage well in the water. A significant number of adults even enjoy swimming. This is not surprising, as swimming offers numerous benefits.

There are approximately 50 known nutrients that contribute to the functioning of your body. These nutrients are divided into two categories: proteins, fats, and carbohydrates fall under macronutrients. Vitamins, minerals, and trace elements are micronutrients. All these nutrients contribute to the physiological functions of humans. They support and regulate all processes occurring in the body, such as the building of muscles, bones, cells, organs, and blood. Proteins can even influence hormone balance.

Synergy (Greek: synergia, cooperation) is a concept that describes a process in which the combination of parts yields more than the sum of the parts.

To answer the question above briefly: no, light therapy does not aid in the production of vitamin D. We explain below how your body actually produces vitamin D and how you can use a daylight lamp.

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?

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.

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