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The happiness hormone serotonin − tips to maintain your serotonin levels
Serotonin levels in your body and brain can influence your mood. This hormone is said to play an important role in your well-being. Find out here exactly what the hormone does in your body, how it can positively influence your mood, and how you can help increase your serotonin levels.
Learn moreLucid dreaming: Using dreams for self-optimization
To have superpowers, to float through the air, walk on water, or do other completely crazy things... Not possible? It's possible! Lucid dreams make everything possible that seems impossible to us in everyday life. Our brains harbor unimagined capacities that gather dust. Researchers have now discovered that they can be easily activated!
Learn moreHow short-chain fatty acids affect your gut
Short-chain fatty acids serve as food for the "good gut bacteria," which, in turn, are vital for our immune system.
Learn moreOxidative stress explained: What you can do about it
Oxidative stress is stressful for cells. But it's no cause for concern: You can easily support your cellular balance by paying attention to a few things.
Learn moreVitamin C - Effects and requirements for your immune system
Vitamin C is arguably the best known of the large vitamin family. Every child knows that vitamin C is important for health. No wonder, since it's the super-talented nutrient. Learn more about the effects of vitamin C and how much you need here.
Learn moreVitamin E – Antioxidant boost for your body
Here comes concentrated antioxidant power: Vitamin E is essential for the body's defenses because it protects cells from oxidative stress. Learn why this is particularly beneficial for your cognitive abilities here.
Learn moreTurmeric Effect - What the Superfood Can Do
How can the superfood turmeric help you regain your performance faster? Here we explain how the golden spice works.
Learn moreIncreased performance through ketosis - instructions, effects, tips
Fatty foods are back in fashion. The more fat you eat, the more energy you have during the day, and the more weight you lose. Don't believe it? We'll explain exactly what "ketosis" does to your body and what its benefits are.
Learn moreDo we really only use 10% of our brain?
The Hollywood film LUCY opened in our cinemas recently – a thriller about what our brain is capable of, or rather, what it supposedly could be capable of if we use it to its full potential. The film is certainly exciting, but the claims it makes about the brain are, from a neuroscientific perspective, complete nonsense.
Learn morePotassium - Superhero of nerves and muscles
Eat a banana is often the well-intentioned advice if you suffer from muscle cramps or your energy levels are waning after exercise. Heavy sweating and physical exertion quickly cause electrolyte imbalance, and with it, potassium levels. Learn more about this vital mineral here.
Learn moreIntermittent fasting: Benefits and the right method for you!
Intermittent fasting, or part-time fasting, is not only the ideal introduction to ketosis, but also has several benefits for your performance and efficiency. Learn more about the effects of skipping meals every now and then and which method you can use to start intermittent fasting here.
Learn morePhenylalanine – protected against stress
We consume important macronutrients and micronutrients through food, primarily to generate energy. But the substances contained in food can do so much more. Phenylalanine, for example, is involved in the synthesis of catecholamines, which act as neurotransmitters in your body. Neurotransmitters can make you more alert, in a better mood, and improve your mental performance. Learn more about how your body achieves this below.
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