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The Organic Pharmacy is based in London and was founded by pharmacist and homeopath Margo Marrone and her husband Francesco in 2002. The company stands for luxurious cosmetics based on organically grown and plant-based ingredients.   In the following interview,...

Magnesium is not without reason called a power mineral. Like no other vital substance, it makes us resistant to stress, calms our nervous system and gives us stamina and strength. However, depleted soil or soil overfertilised with nitrates, modern civilised...

Stress is a worldwide phenomenon and is mainly caused by mental and spiritual challenges. Under stress, the body releases messenger substances such as cortisol and adrenaline, which put it on high alert. If the release of stress hormones is not...

With the external, so-called transdermal magnesium application (magnesium absorption through the skin), a new chapter of magnesium substitution is being opened. On the one hand, it is similarly easy to handle as the oral intake of magnesium, but the effect...

After protein, fats are the most important building material in our body. They fulfil a variety of important tasks and are crucial for cellular respiration. It is only through cellular respiration that nutrients such as sugar, proteins and fats are...

"Plant proteins are much better utilised by the body than proteins of animal origin." (Barbara Simonsohn in "Super Food HANF") Proteins form the structural framework of our body. This is because they are involved in building cell walls, connective tissue,...

The story of TEAM DR JOSEPH begins some 40 years ago. After a sports accident, young Joseph sets out to find an effective natural remedy. This search leads him to a success story. Since 1986, the South Tyrolean family business...

Our organism is constantly exposed to oxygen-containing molecules, so-called free radicals, which burden the body. Caused by environmental toxins, stress, poor diet or alcohol, this oxidative stress can burden the immune system and support diseases. Free radicals attack cells and...

Proper holiday preparation also includes putting together a small first-aid kit. Especially for the usual cases such as minor injuries, sunburn, nausea or diarrhoea, it is often difficult to get the right medication quickly. However, with a quick first aid...

Hemp has always been one of the oldest useful and ornamental plants in history. However, most people only know hemp as marijuana or hashish, as intoxicants and medicines. Recently, the focus has increasingly been on the effects of hemp -...

Rose petals and snail slime In the days of the Austrian monarchy, Emperor Franz Josef relied on a soap made from natural substances, Empress Sissi, on the other hand, loved to bathe in pure whey and Crown Princess Stefanie used...

SeeWald's monastery specialities are the result of a cooperation with the European monastery Gut Aich (Salzburg), which offers extraordinary treasures of high quality from nature's garden. For centuries, the powers of traditional local medicinal plants have been known and carefully...

High-tech Natural Cosmetics by Team Dr Joseph The story of TEAM DR JOSEPH begins some 40 years ago. After a sports accident, young Joseph sets out to find an effective natural remedy as an alternative to surgery. This search leads...

The history of Dr Sommer's concoctions Dr Heike Sommer is an ENT and general practitioner with a keen interest in complementary treatments. Dr Sommer's grandparents were already druggists. Her experience passed down through generations and her intuitive approach to naturopathy...

When the cold season comes around again every year, we are prepared and fortified! KEEP WARM If we don't catch cold, we won't catch cold. Therefore, keep sensitive areas well warm with a bonnet, scarf, gloves and socks. Pay special...

There are many ski huts in the Alps. But on the Bürglalm slope, in Dienten on the Hochkönig, there is now one that is breaking completely new ground: The Deantnerin. The Deantnerin combines the tradition and cosiness of a classic...

Based on many years of experience (since 1994) with luxuriously organic hair and skin care, John Masters Organics inspires its customers worldwide with high-quality and highly effective care products that enhance beauty while taking environmental concerns into account. Their application...

During his expedition to Arctic regions in 1944, biochemist Hugh Sinclair was amazed to discover that people in these regions were much less likely to suffer from cardiovascular problems than elsewhere. What was the secret of the Eskimos, since they...

Panta rhei - everything flows. Undisturbed blood circulation lets us feel the flow of life every day.As long as we live, our cardiovascular system never stands still. Blood is pumped ceaselessly from the heart into the smallest and most distant...

Important for blood sugar levels and fat metabolism.Small but mighty! This is definitely true of essential trace elements such as chromium. As components of enzymes and hormones, these minerals are responsible for the regulated course of many biochemical processes. It...

    The valuable herbal antidepressant conjures sunshine in our hearts.The most expensive spice in the world probably came to us with the Crusaders in the late Middle Ages and is still planted in Austria and Germany today. Its original...