Öko-Test

Vitamin D deficiency, diagnostics, and supplementation

12 clusters · 37 sources · last updated about 19 hours ago

Latest: Vitamin D: Benefits, sources, and new research on overdose risks

Vitamin D is essential for bone metabolism, immune function, and mineral storage. Deficiency, prevalent in the US, UK, and Europe, can lead to rickets, osteomalacia, and osteoporosis. Symptoms include fatigue, muscle wea

Comprehensive household maintenance and appliance care

54 clusters · 158 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Washing machine maintenance: tips for ventilation and cleaning

Household maintenance advice has expanded from basic cleaning to comprehensive home management, including appliance care, environmental control, and lifestyle habits. Appliance maintenance remains a primary focus, partic

Skincare product dermatological and consumer evaluations

15 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Öko-Test evaluates facial creams and skin serums

Ongoing dermatological and consumer evaluations continue to highlight a trend where budget-friendly drugstore brands often outperform luxury skincare in both quality and safety. Recent testing of facial creams by Öko-Tes

Menopause health impacts, management, and social shifts

35 clusters · 156 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Menopause research highlights anxiety and body composition changes

Menopause and perimenopause involve physical and emotional symptoms caused by fluctuating estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone levels. Approximately 80% of women experience symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats,

German consumer testing of household and personal care goods

7 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Consumer organizations test dishwasher and laundry detergent performance

Recent consumer product testing in Germany has demonstrated that discount and private-label brands frequently outperform premium name brands in household and personal care categories. In laundry detergent evaluations, St

Lidl seafood product quality and safety issues

4 clusters · 35 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Lidl expands trout fillet recall due to Listeria risk

Lidl’s seafood offerings have faced scrutiny regarding both sustainability and food safety. While independent consumer tests from Öko-Test gave high ratings to certain products, such as ‘Nixe’ tuna fillets and ‘Ocean Sea

Consumer hair care product evaluations and trends

6 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Haircare trends and product testing results

Consumer evaluations continue to assess hair care tools and styling products. In hair dryer comparisons by IMTEST, which evaluated models priced between 35 and 500 euros, the Shark SpeedStyle Pro Flex has consistently be

Contamination concerns in matcha powder products

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Mineral oil residues found in organic matcha powder

Investigations into matcha powder have identified various contaminants in products sold across Europe. An inquiry by Que Choisir in France found aluminum in all seven tested brands, with five exceeding safety limits esta

Health risks of vitamin deficiency and supplementation

19 clusters · 48 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: D vitamin deficiency linked to skin and hair issues in winter

Medical experts continue to warn against the unregulated use of dietary supplements, emphasizing that ‘natural’ products can pose significant health risks. Recent scrutiny has focused on Vitamin D quality and dosage. A s

ÖKO-TEST dish soap effectiveness evaluations

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Öko-Test evaluates 25 dish detergents for effectiveness

The German consumer organization ÖKO-TEST has conducted consecutive evaluations of manual dishwashing detergents, testing their ability to remove grease and their chemical compositions. In an initial study of 26 product

Öko-Test skincare and cosmetic evaluations

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Öko-Test evaluates drugstore concealers

The German consumer magazine Öko-Test has conducted series of evaluations on skincare and cosmetic products, consistently finding that affordable or natural brands often outperform luxury and major established labels. I

Medical advancements in Poland

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Warsaw hospital performs first non-invasive glaucoma surgeries in Poland

Medical developments in Poland have recently highlighted advancements in both cardiac and ophthalmic care. In cardiology, specialists in Łódź have implemented minimally invasive percutaneous pulmonary valve replacements

Öko-Test vegetable broth pesticide investigation

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Öko-Test finds pesticide residues in conventional vegetable broths

A study by the consumer magazine Öko-Test investigating 27 different vegetable broths and bouillons has revealed significant pesticide contamination in conventional, non-organic products. The investigation found that alm

Hair and scalp hygiene and hair loss management

6 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Hair care and scalp health: Expert advice on hygiene and hair loss

Guidance on managing oily hair and maintaining scalp health focuses on correcting daily habits and selecting appropriate products to balance sebum production. Factors that can exacerbate oiliness include excessive washin

German consumer testing of budget vs luxury brands

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Aldi private labels outperform major brands in consumer tests

Recent consumer evaluations in Germany indicate that budget-friendly drugstore and discount retailer brands are performing well in quality tests, often outperforming luxury alternatives. In an Öko-Test of 18 aftershave

Nutritional profile of dates

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Nutritional benefits and consumption of dates

Dates are identified as nutrient-dense foods that provide quick energy, essential minerals, and antioxidants, though they require portion control due to high sugar and carbohydrate content. Data indicates that 100 grams

Aldi private label performance and retail shifts

3 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Private-label detergents outperform major brands in laundry test

Aldi’s private label products continue to demonstrate strong performance in independent consumer testing. Recent laundry detergent evaluations by Stiftung Warentest show budget private-label brands outperforming major na

Lidl consumer product quality evaluations

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Lidl and Aldi receive top marks in German consumer studies

Lidl consumer products have received positive evaluations from German testing organizations. In a Stiftung Warentest assessment, the ‘Livarno Comfort Plus’ foam mattress was identified as a ‘Preistipp’ (price tip), recei

Consumer electronics retail discounts

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Retailers offer deals on mobile charging adapters and USB ports

Retailers in Germany and the United States are offering various discounts on consumer electronics and accessories. In September 2026, German retailers including Amazon and Aldi Nord provided deals on household batterie