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Glossar: V
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27 Posts in this encyclopedia categoryVascular Medicine
Vascular medicine is an interdisciplinary specialty focusing on the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of vascular diseases.
Vegetative nervous system
The autonomic nervous system, also known as the autonomic nervous system, is part of the peripheral nervous system and controls vital bodily functions that cannot be controlled voluntarily.
Venenleiden
Venenleiden umfassen eine Gruppe von Erkrankungen, bei denen der venöse Blutfluss gestört ist – meist durch geschwächte Venenklappen oder eine verminderte Gefäßelastizität.
Vergissmeinnicht
Das Vergissmeinnicht steht für Treue und Erinnerung. Die Pflanze ist pflegeleicht und enthält sekundäre Pflanzenstoffe mit potenziellen Gesundheitswirkungen.
Vitamin A deficiency
A vitamin A deficiency occurs when the body is not supplied with enough of this nutrient, which can be caused either by an insufficient dietary intake or by problems with vitamin A absorption.
Vitamin B complex
The vitamin B complex comprises eight essential B vitamins that play a crucial role in metabolism and are essential for energy production, nerve function and cell health.
Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, is an essential water-soluble vitamin that plays a central role in cell division, blood formation and the function of the nervous system.
Vitamin B12 deficiency
Vitamin B12 deficiency is a condition that occurs when the body does not have enough vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin.
Vitamin B2
Vitamin B2, also known as riboflavin, is a water-soluble vitamin that plays a key role in energy metabolism.
Vitamin B6
An essential vitamin that is involved in over 100 enzyme reactions. It supports energy metabolism, the function of the nervous system and the formation of red blood cells.
Vitamin B7 (biotin)
An essential vitamin that is involved in the conversion of nutrients into energy. It plays a role in the metabolism of amino acids, carbohydrates and fats.
Vitamin C deficiency
A vitamin C deficiency is usually caused by an unbalanced diet, chronic illnesses, increased requirements (e.g. during pregnancy, breastfeeding, infections or in smokers) or by malabsorption in the intestine.
Vitamin D deficiency
A vitamin D deficiency occurs when the body does not have enough vitamin D available. This often occurs in the case of insufficient sun exposure;
Vitamin D2
Vitamin D2 promotes calcium and phosphate absorption. It supports bone health and the immune system.
Vitamin D3
Vitamin D3, also known as cholecalciferol, is a particularly important form of vitamin D, which plays a central role in the health of the human body and the immune system.
Vitamin D3 deficiency
A deficiency in vitamin D3 can have far-reaching effects on health, as this vitamin, also known as cholecalciferol, plays a crucial role in many biological processes in the body.
Vitamin D3 K2
Vitamin D3 and K2 are crucial for health, especially for bone health and the immune system.
Vitamin K1
Vitamin K1 is a fat-soluble vitamin that is necessary for blood clotting and the control of calcium binding in bones and other tissues.
Vitex (Chaste Tree)
Mönchspfeffer (Vitex agnus-castus) ist eine traditionelle Heilpflanze aus dem Mittelmeerraum, die vor allem in der Frauenheilkunde eingesetzt wird.
Die neusten Einträge
3 Posts in this encyclopedia categoryAsperger Syndrom
Das Asperger Syndrom ist eine Form der Autismus-Spektrum-Störung, die durch Besonderheiten in sozialer Interaktion, Kommunikation und Wahrnehmung gekennzeichnet ist.
Nail Fungus
Nagelpilz ist eine meist chronische Pilzinfektion der Finger oder Fußnägel, bei der sich Farbe, Struktur und Festigkeit des Nagels verändern.
Die meistgelesenen Einträge
3 Posts in this encyclopedia categoryMagnesiumcarbonat
Magnesiumcarbonat ist eine anorganische Magnesiumverbindung mit säure-neutralisierender (antazidischer) Wirkung. Erfahre mehr über Vorteile, Einsatzgebiete und Unterschiede zu besser resorbierbaren Magnesiumformen.
Cologne list
The Cologne List ® is an important initiative in competitive sports that offers athletes guidance in the selection of nutritional supplements.
Calorie content
The choice of food influences our energy intake. The calorie content varies greatly - some provide little energy, others a lot.