Jena, 04.05.2026 – As part of the Lesefrühling, the Ernst-Abbe-Bücherei Jena invites you to an informative and practical book presentation. Jena-based physician Dr. med. Carolin von Edlinger will present her new book “The ABC of Vitamins” on Tuesday evening, shedding light on the medical significance of micronutrients.
- What: Book presentation “The ABC of Vitamins”
- Who: Dr. med. Carolin von Edlinger
- When: Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 7:30 PM
- Where: Ernst-Abbe-Bücherei Jena
- Further info: www.stadtbibliothek-jena.de
Insights into the World of Micronutrients
Vitamins play a central role in human health, yet there is often uncertainty regarding their exact functions and individual requirements. In her event, Dr. von Edlinger explores the specific tasks that individual vitamins perform in the body. Visitors will learn how to recognize an adequate supply and which signs may indicate a potential deficiency.
Another focus of the evening will be a critical examination of dietary supplements. The physician will explain under which circumstances supplementation is actually medically sensible and when a balanced diet is sufficient to meet daily requirements.
Background: Lesefrühling and Health Knowledge
The event is part of the so-called Lesefrühling, an established literature and education series by the Ernst-Abbe-Bücherei. Through lectures like this, complex medical health knowledge is intended to be presented transparently and practically for citizens. While micronutrients such as vitamins do not provide the body with direct energy, they are essential for almost all metabolic processes. Since the human organism cannot synthesize most vitamins itself, targeted education about malnutrition and prevention is an important component of urban health promotion.
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“The ABC of Vitamins”
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