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Collagen, hyaluron, bioavailability, hormones: in the Bettervita Journal we sort out what really works — evidence-based, honest and without miracle claims. Knowledge for everyone who wants to do their skin, joints and vitality some good from within.

Cellulite: What really works – and what’s just a waste of money
Blog23 July 2026

Cellulite: What really works – and what’s just a waste of money

80–90 % of women have cellulite – whether they’re slim or not. What’s really behind it, what creams, massages and the like can actually do, and what the research on collagen peptides really shows.

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Marine or bovine collagen: which is best suited to which goal?
Blog23 July 2026

Marine or bovine collagen: which is best suited to which goal?

Marine collagen from fish or bovine collagen? An objective comparison of types, bioavailability, sustainability and allergies – and why, ultimately, form and co-factors are more important than the source.

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The gut-skin axis: Why beautiful skin starts in the gut
Blog23 July 2026

The gut-skin axis: Why beautiful skin starts in the gut

Acne, redness, premature ageing of the skin – the condition of your skin is often determined by your gut. How the gut-skin axis works, the three ways in which the gut influences the skin, and what really helps.

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Hyaluronic acid: What really works – and what’s just hype
Blog23 July 2026

Hyaluronic acid: What really works – and what’s just hype

Serums, injections or fillers – hyaluronic acid is often misunderstood. We look at the validity of the five most common claims, what studies say about its use, and what really matters when it comes to hyaluronic acid.

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Bioavailability explained simply: Why not everything we take in actually works
Blog23 July 2026

Bioavailability explained simply: Why not everything we take in actually works

There is often a significant gap between „ingested“ and „absorbed“. What bioavailability means, why so much is lost – and the three factors that determine whether an active ingredient is truly effective.

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Protect joints: Prevention instead of repair
Blog23 July 2026

Protect joints: Prevention instead of repair

Joint cartilage does not regenerate – it barely repairs itself. Why prevention is better than repair when it comes to joints, and five ways to protect your cartilage in the long term.

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Skin during the menopause: Why collagen levels drop – and what really helps
Blog23 July 2026

Skin during the menopause: Why collagen levels drop – and what really helps

In the first five years after the menopause, up to 30% of the skin’s collagen is lost. Why oestrogen regulates collagen – and which measures, from sun protection to collagen peptides, really do help.

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Morning routine for radiant skin: 7 habits that really help
Blog23 July 2026

Morning routine for radiant skin: 7 habits that really help

No 12-step routine: seven evidence-based morning habits for glowing skin – from SPF and vitamin C serum to nourishing your skin from within.

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superfoods from switzerland and the world what works and what is hype
Blog23 July 2026

superfoods from switzerland and the world what works and what is hype

Spirulina in a breakfast smoothie. Goji berries in Bircher muesli. Matcha latte in the morning. Turmeric shot before sport. Hemp seeds sprinkled over a salad. The word

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Collagen after 30: What happens in the body - and how to counteract it
Blog23 July 2026

Collagen after 30: What happens in the body - and how to counteract it

There is a moment that arrives for most people between 28 and 32. The skin does not look good in the morning

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Liquid, powder or tablets - which food supplements work best?
Blog23 July 2026

Liquid, powder or tablets - which food supplements work best?

A scientific comparison: bioavailability, absorption speed and ease of use Anyone who buys a dietary supplement usually pays attention to the ingredients and dosage. But

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5 nutritional mistakes that age your skin faster
Blog23 July 2026

5 nutritional mistakes that age your skin faster

Our skin is the most honest diary of our diet. What we eat and drink every day is sooner or later reflected in our skin.

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Hair, skin, and nails — which nutrients do they really need?
Blog23 July 2026

Hair, skin, and nails — which nutrients do they really need?

Shiny hair, firm skin, strong nails – hardly any area of personal care is flooded with so many promises as

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