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Welke supplementen kan je samen innemen, en welke beter apart?
Vitamine C bij ijzer, vitamine D bij calcium, en hoog gedoseerd calcium, ijzer en zink liever met een paar uur ertussen. Zo spreid je je supplementen over de dag. Read more...
Saffraan als supplement: wat is het en wat zegt het etiket?
Saffraan is duur, oud en veel besproken. Ontdek wat crocine en safranal zijn, welke claims in zo'n formule erkend zijn en welke niet. Read more...
Vetbinders en eetlustremmers: wat kunnen ze en wat niet?
De naam belooft meer dan de erkende claims toelaten. Ontdek wat chitosan, choline en chroom officieel doen en wat je er realistisch van mag verwachten. Read more...
Vitaminen voor kinderen: wanneer is een supplement zinvol?
De meeste kinderen die gevarieerd eten hebben geen supplement nodig. Ontdek de uitzonderingen, welke claims erkend zijn en waar je op let. Read more...
Bruistablet, capsule of vloeibaar: maakt de vorm uit?
Capsule, bruistablet, softgel, kauwtablet of vloeibaar: de vorm verandert zelden de werkzame stof, maar wel de dosering en of je het volhoudt. Read more...
Glucosamine of duivelsklauw: welke kies je?
Twee formules, twee heel verschillende profielen. Ontdek het verschil in samenstelling, inname en vooral in voor wie ze niet geschikt zijn. Read more...
Veenbessen en cranberry: wat zit erin en wat weten we?
Cranberry is een van de bekendste plantenextracten, maar wat weten we er eigenlijk van? Ontdek wat proanthocyanidines zijn en waar je op let bij een extract. Read more...
Welke vitaminen heb je nodig na je 50e?
Na je 50e verandert je behoefte aan sommige voedingsstoffen echt, en aan andere helemaal niet. Ontdek waar het verschil zit en waar je op let. Read more...
Calcium en vitamine D: samen sterker voor je botten
Calcium bouwt je botten, vitamine D zorgt dat je het opneemt. Ontdek hoeveel je nodig hebt, waar het in zit en waarom de twee altijd samen horen. Read more...
Wat zit er in een goede multivitamine?
Een multivitamine beoordeel je op dosering, vorm en wat er ontbreekt, niet op het aantal ingredienten. Zo lees je een etiket kritisch. Read more...
Welke vitamine D kies je: 1000, 2000 of met K2?
1000 IE, 2000 IE of een formule met K2: het verschil zit in dosering, leeftijd en of je bloedverdunners gebruikt. Zo kies je de juiste. Read more...
How do I get better skin?
Zinc and vitamin C officially contribute to normal skin, and omega 3 supports the skin barrier. Discover what genuinely works. Read more...
Choosing the best collagen: effervescent tablet or liquid?
An effervescent tablet with 1000 mg or liquid collagen with 10 g: both are hydrolysed collagen. What changes is the dose and the goal. Here is how to choose. Read more...
What helps with joint pain?
Glucosamine and MSM are popular but carry no recognised claim. Discover what genuinely contributes to your joint comfort. Read more...
Sleep better: melatonin, valerian or passionflower?
Of melatonin, valerian and passionflower, only melatonin has a recognised sleep claim. Discover the difference and how to choose. Read more...
Omega 3: what it's for and how much do you need?
Omega 3, with EPA and DHA, contributes to normal heart function. Discover what it does, how much you need, and how to choose a good supplement. Read more...
Zink: waarvoor heb je het nodig en hoeveel?
Zink draagt bij tot je immuunsysteem, je huid, haar en nagels en de bescherming van cellen. Ontdek hoeveel je nodig hebt en waar het in je voeding zit. Read more...
Vitamin C: dosage, absorption and when to take it
Vitamin C contributes to normal immune function and helps reduce tiredness. Discover the right dosage, form and best time to take it. Read more...
Weerstand opbouwen voor de winter: waar begin je?
Je weerstand opbouwen begint bij slaap, voeding en beweging. Ontdek welke voedingsstoffen officieel bijdragen tot de normale werking van je immuunsysteem. Read more...
What can I do about tiredness?
Tiredness rarely has a single cause. Discover the most common causes and which nutrients officially contribute to reduced tiredness and fatigue. Read more...
Red Yeast Rice, Artichoke and Q10: The Formula
Red yeast rice, artichoke and co-enzyme Q10 in one formula: origin, dosage, and when to ask your doctor. Read more...
Q10 and Flaxseed Oil: What They Do
Co-enzyme Q10 and flaxseed oil in one capsule: what they do, how much ALA you get, and how it compares to fish oil. Read more...
What helps with hair loss?
Hair loss rarely has a single cause. Discover the most common causes, which nutrients contribute to the maintenance of normal hair, and when to see a doctor. Read more...
Saccharomyces boulardii: what is it and when should you take it?
Saccharomyces boulardii is a probiotic yeast known for resisting stomach acid. Find out what it does, when it's used and what makes a good probiotic. Read more...
Vitamin B12 deficiency, folic acid and vitamin D: when do you need them?
A vitamin B12 deficiency usually shows up as fatigue that does not lift. Who is most at risk, what can be said about folic acid during pregnancy, and when a... Read more...
Vitamin D deficiency: why so many Belgians have it
An estimated 67% of Belgians have a vitamin D deficiency. Why is it so common, who is most at risk, and how do you top up your intake during the... Read more...
How long does it take for an iron supplement to work?
An iron supplement does not start working immediately. Iron needs time to be stored in the tissues and to support hemoglobin production. If you don't notice a difference in energy... Read more...
Vegetarian and iron: how to meet your needs without meat?
Those who do not eat meat have a higher chance of a low iron intake. But eating a vegetarian or vegan diet and getting enough iron are not incompatible —... Read more...
Vitamin C and Iron Absorption: Why the Combination Matters
Vitamin C and iron are not accidental partners in a supplement. Their combination is scientifically substantiated and makes a measurable difference in how much iron your body actually absorbs. Read more...
Women and iron deficiency: why women more often need supplements
Iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency worldwide, and women are disproportionately affected by it. Why is that, and when is supplementation relevant?Women of childbearing age lose blood monthly... Read more...
Iron Bisglycinate vs. Regular Iron: What's the Difference?
Iron in supplements comes in various forms. The most common are iron sulfate (inorganic), iron fumarate, and iron bisglycinate (chelated). The difference lies in their absorbability and digestibility. Read more...
When and how do you take a magnesium B-complex supplement?
The timing of a magnesium B-complex supplement makes a difference. When do you get the most out of a daily capsule, and are there things to consider? Read more...
Magnesium for muscles and recovery: what you need to know
Athletes and active people are familiar with magnesium as a recovery supplement. But even those who don't exercise intensely can benefit from magnesium for normal muscle function. We'll explain. Read more...
The complete B-complex: B1 to B12 explained
The B-vitamin complex consists of eight vitamins that collectively function as cofactors in energy metabolism. They are all water-soluble—the body does not store them, making daily replenishment through diet or... Read more...
Signs of magnesium deficiency: do you recognize them?
Magnesium deficiency is one of the most common yet least recognized nutritional deficiencies in Western countries. What signs can indicate insufficient intake, and when is supplementation relevant? Read more...
Why magnesium and B vitamins go so well together
Magnesium and B vitamins share a common area of activity: energy metabolism. Both have officially recognized EU health claims for normal energy metabolism and the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. Read more...
When do you use an energy shot? The right moments
A quality energy shot is developed for those moments when it truly matters – not as a daily habit, but as a targeted boost for specific occasions. Think of an... Read more...
Royal jelly in a supplement: what is it and why?
Royal jelly is a substance produced by worker bees as food for the queen bee. It is rich in proteins, fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals. In the supplement world, it... Read more...
L-carnitine in an energy shot: what does it do?
L-carnitine is an amino acid compound that frequently appears in energy and sports formulas. What is the role of L-carnitine in an energy shot, and is it a useful addition? Read more...
B Vitamins and Energy: Which Vitamins Do What?
B vitamins are known for their role in energy metabolism. But which vitamin does what, and why are there multiple B vitamins in a quality energy shot? Read more...
Energy shots versus energy drinks: what's the difference?
Energy drinks are ubiquitous, but energy shots are a different story. What distinguishes a quality energy shot from a classic can, and when do you choose which? An energy shot... Read more...
How to Use a Weight Loss Formula Correctly: Timing and Tips
You can only get the most out of a weight loss formula if you take it at the right time and combine it with the right habits. This is everything... Read more...
Guar gum and psyllium: the fibers in a slimming formula
Guar gum is a soluble fiber extracted from the guar bean. It absorbs water in the stomach and forms a gel-like mass. Soluble fibers have long been the subject of... Read more...
Magnesium and weight loss: what's the connection?
Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in over 300 biochemical reactions in the body. One of the officially recognised EU health claims for magnesium is that it contributes to normal... Read more...
Guarana in a weight loss formula: what exactly does it do?
Guarana is known as one of the most popular herbal ingredients in energy and slimming supplements. But what lies behind the name, and what is guarana's role in a weight... Read more...
What is a weight loss formula, and what can you realistically expect from it?
A quality formula combines several plant-based ingredients, each playing a specific role. Think of guarana and green tea as natural sources with a long history of use, supplemented with fiber... Read more...
When do you take a sugar blocker? Usage and timing explained
You have a sugar blocker at home, but when exactly should you take it? Before breakfast? Only with heavy meals? In this article, we clearly explain the correct usage. Read more...
Chromium and blood sugar: the only authorized claim
When comparing supplements for blood sugar management, the mineral chromium often comes up. But what sets chromium apart from other ingredients—and why is it so relevant in a sugar blocker? Read more...
Gymnema sylvestre: the plant that 'neutralizes' sugar
Gymnema sylvestre: the plant that ‘neutralizes’ sugar Gymnema sylvestre has been used in the Ayurvedic tradition for over two millennia. Its name literally means 'sugar destroyer' in Sanskrit. But what... Read more...
White Mulberry and Blood Sugar: What Does the Research Say?
White Mulberry and Blood Sugar: What Does the Research Say? White mulberry (Morus alba) has been used for centuries in traditional Chinese and Japanese medicine. But what do we know... Read more...