MIHENGUIDES
From complaint to deficiency: where to start?
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Chronic fatigue and exhaustion: which vitamin deficiencies should be checked?
Constant tiredness rarely has a single cause; yet B12, vitamin D, iron (ferritin) and magnesium deficiencies are the most commonly missed ones. The first step is a simple blood panel to see these values and to replace what is missing — in the right form.
Read the guide →02Insomnia and sleep quality: magnesium, melatonin rhythm and an evening routine
In poor sleep, common deficiencies such as magnesium and vitamin D can play a role alongside screen light, caffeine timing and stress. Instead of stacking random supplements, address the rhythm breakers and the deficiencies one by one.
Read the guide →03Back and joint pain: vitamin D, magnesium and musculoskeletal support
In chronic back and joint pain, vitamin D deficiency — and magnesium for muscle tension — are among the most researched nutritional topics. Combined with movement, weight and posture, the right support can make a difference.
Read the guide →04Weight, metabolism and hormonal balance: the right support for a changing body
Metabolism and hormonal balance change with age; vitamin D, zinc, omega-3 and magnesium are the most studied nutrients supporting that balance. A supplement alone will not make you lose weight — but effort often goes unrewarded while deficiencies remain.
Read the guide →05Stress, focus and mood: B vitamins, omega-3 and magnesium
B12, folate, vitamin D and omega-3 levels are linked to energy, focus and mood. If there is a deficiency, correcting it is a solid, natural first step to feeling like yourself again.
Read the guide →06Which vitamin brand is good? Reading labels and avoiding money traps
The same vitamin is sold in different forms, amounts and quality across brands; some products don't deliver what the label claims, and some are plain money traps. Ingredient form (e.g. bisglycinate for magnesium), true amounts, excipients and document transparency separate good from bad.
Read the guide →07Advanced: creatine, protein powder and caffeine — which are actually worth it?
In performance supplements the evidence ranking is clear: creatine monohydrate is first by a wide margin — the most studied molecule for strength, rep capacity and long-term muscle. 3–5 g a day is enough, timing is irrelevant, and a ‘loading phase’ is optional. Pricey HCl and ‘advanced’ forms have never been shown to beat monohydrate.
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