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Probiotics
43 live culture products in capsules, powders, sachets and drinks, from Bio-Kult, Optibac, Biocare, Quest, Microbz and Viridian.
A note on claims
Worth saying up front: no health claim for live cultures has been authorised in Great Britain, and the word "probiotic" is itself treated as an implied claim by the regulator. So you will not find us telling you what these products do. What we can do is explain how they differ, so you can choose sensibly.
What do the labels actually tell you?
- Strains - named to species and strain level, for example Lactobacillus acidophilus NCFM. Strain designations matter, because research is strain-specific rather than species-wide.
- CFU count - colony forming units per serving, usually billions. A higher number is not automatically better; formulas are built around particular strains at particular levels.
- Guaranteed to end of shelf life - some brands state the count at manufacture, others at expiry. The second is the more useful figure.
Capsules, powders or drinks?
Capsules are the most common and the easiest to travel with. Powders and sachets suit anyone who cannot swallow capsules and are the usual format for babies and young children. Water-based drinks such as Symprove and Microbz are taken as a daily measure. Some products need refrigerating and some do not - check the pack, since storage affects viability.
Before you start
If you are immunocompromised, seriously ill, or have a central venous catheter, speak to your doctor before taking live culture supplements. For everyone else, follow the directions on the pack.
Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
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BiocareBio-Acidophilus 120 Capsules - Biocare Probiotics
A clinically researched probiotic formula featuring the LAB4 complex—three human-compatible bacterial strains specifically selected for their resil...
View full detailsQuestMega 8 Biotix 30 Capsules
Quest probiotic products are manufactured in-house from proprietary probiotic master cultures with proven stability and survivability in the GI tr...
View full detailsQuestAcidophilus Plus 180 Capsules
Quest Acidophilus Plus Formula Features: Multi-strain, vegan formula High content of stable and viable bacteria presented in capsule form (minimum...
View full detailsOptibacOne Week Flat (Flat Stomach) 7 Sachets
Who is it for? 7-day course of friendly bacteria for anyone looking to buy an easy, high quality short-term supplement. Good to know: Each sachet ...
View full detailsAllicin MaxPrePro Prebiotic & Friendly Bacteria 60 Capsules
The micro organisms in PrePro occur naturally in the gut of humans. PrePro continuously helps to support good digestion and helps support your immu...
View full detailsBiocareBio-Acidophilus 60 Capsules
This advanced probiotic formula delivers three clinically validated bacterial strains—Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium bifidum, and Bifid...
View full detailsOptibacBaby Infant Drops 10ml
Who is it for? Especially for babies (both breastfed and formula fed), safe for newborns and up. Good to know: Each serving contains 1 billion fri...
View full detailsBio-KultAdvanced Multi Strain Formula 120 Capsules
The original multi-strain Bio-Kult Probiotic product containing 14 strains of live bacteria for everyday use. Can be stored at room temperature wi...
View full detailsBiocareMindlinx Complex 60 Capsules
BioCare Mindlinx Complex delivers a synergistic blend of transient and resident probiotic strains, anchored by the clinically validated LAB4 comple...
View full detailsQuestImmune System Biotix 30 Capsules
Quest probiotic products are manufactured in-house from proprietary probiotic master cultures with proven stability and survivability in the GI t...
View full detailsMicrobzSustain 475ml
Sustain is triple award winner at the Beauty Shortlist Award for: Best Probiotic, Best Health Supplement and Best Product to Prevent Colds and Flu....
View full detailsQuestAcidophilus Plus 90 Capsules
Quest Acidophilus Plus Formula Features: Multi-strain, vegan formula High content of stable and viable bacteria presented in capsule form (minimum...
View full detailsOptibacFor Women 30 Capsules
OptiBac 'For women' 'For women' contains two highly researched strains of live cultures, Lactobacillus rhamnosus GR-1® and Lactobacillus reuteri RC...
View full detailsQuestL Plantarum 90 Capsules
Provides the probiotic bacteria, Lactobacillus plantarum 299v, specialised strain for IBS (Prev. Lp299v) Quest probiotic products are manufactured ...
View full detailsOptibacFor Everyday 30 Capsules
Optibac Everyday is for anyone looking for a quality daily good bacteria supplement and an easy sugar-free alternative to yoghurts and yoghurt drin...
View full detailsQuestCran Biotix 30 Capsules
Quest probiotic products are manufactured in-house from proprietary probiotic master cultures with proven stability and survivability in the GI t...
View full detailsQuestPlatinum Biotix 90 Capsules
Contains beneficial bacteria that occur naturally in the human gut Probiotic bacteria reinforce the intestinal lining as a protective barrier, pr...
View full detailsMicrobzBio-Live Revive 475ml
Your gut is the seat of your health. You have more than 4,000 square feet of intestinal lining working as a barrier to control what gets absorbed ...
View full detailsVitabrightBio Cultures Probiotics 60 Capsules
This is a broad multi-strain formula rather than a few documented strains, which is a different approach from the specialist brands.It supplies 17 ...
View full detailsQuestCholesterol Biotix 30 Capsules
Introducing a premium solution for those seeking to manage their cholesterol levels effectively. This expertly formulated supplement is designed to...
View full detailsBio-KultMind 60 Capsules
Bio-Kult Mind is an advanced multi-action formulation designed to target both the digestive tract and cognitive function. Bio-Kult Mind is a scien...
View full detailsViridianSynerbio Daily Plus Cranberry 30 Capsules
Synerbio Daily with Cranberry Veg Caps is an expert formulation comprising good gut bacteria (commonly known as probiotics) with added ‘prebiotics’...
View full detailsViridianSynerbio 40+ 60 caps
Viridian Synerbio 40+ is an expert formulation comprising good gut bacteria (commonly known as probiotics) with added ‘prebiotics’. Synerbio 40+ Ve...
View full detailsMicrobzBio-Live Sleep 475ml
“There is no question in my mind that gut health is linked to sleep health”. Dr Michael Breus, clinical psychologist and fellow of the American Aca...
View full detailsViridianSynerbio ProCare 30 Capsules
Synerbio ProCare Veg Caps is a blend of four strains of probiotic Lactobacilli and Bifidobacteria that have been used worldwide for more than 15 ye...
View full detailsQuestTum Biotix 30 Capsules
A specialist probiotic designed to be used by those experiencing irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and for the management of digestive health. IBS is ...
View full detailsVegumsProbiotic 30 Gummies
Nudums Probiotic Gummies - 30 Count Elevate Your Wellness Routine Introducing the Nudums Probiotic Gummies, a premium dietary supplement designed...
View full detailsLuvbioticsOriginal Dental Lozenges 30 tablet
Luvbiotics Lozenges with Probiotics & Xylitol and Aloe Vera Promotes Good Bacteria for Fresh Breath, Healthy Gums and Cavity Protection. Helps ...
View full detailsGarden of LifeMen's Microbiome 30 Capsules
Garden of Life Microbiome Once Daily Men's is an expertly formulated probiotic for men, designed to promote gut health, colon health, and immunity....
View full detailsNeutrient NeuBiotic 60 Capsules
Neutrient Magnesium Capsules are a practitioner strength, high potency formula containing magnesium taurate, bisglycinate, citrate, malate and magn...
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