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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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Dr OhhiraProbiotic 12 Strains 3y 60 Capsules
Dr. OHHIRA probiotics OM-X is a series of dietary supplements that is a combination of vegetables, fruits, seaweeds and mushrooms naturally ferment...
View full detailsBioGaiaGastrus Mandarin 30 Tablets
Gastrus differs from the rest of the BioGaia range by using two strains rather than one.Each chewable tablet contains L. reuteri Gastrus, which com...
View full detailsBioGaiaGastrus PURE 60 Capsules
BioGaia Gastrus PURE is a high-concentration, dual-strain probiotic designed for those with sensitive stomachs. Free from artificial sweeteners a...
View full detailsMicrobzMen Liquid Probiotic 475ml
Microbz Men is a liquid probiotic formula that blends adaptogenic herbs to support men's health across multiple areas. Designed to promote hormonal...
View full detailsTogether HealthMultibiotic Fermented Food 30 Capsules
Gentle yet effective, Together's Multibiotic supplement helps balance trillions of friendly gut bacteria and improve overall digestive and general ...
View full detailsHealthAidUltra Probio 30 Capsules
HealthAid UltraProbio Formula is a probiotic supplement to support, strengthen and maintain your body's natural digestive and immune system. Probio...
View full detailsBalancedBioDaily 30 Capsules
Balanced BioDaily 30 Veggie Caps in our reusable and recyclable bottle. 7 well researched microbiotic strains providing 4 billion live cultures in...
View full detailsHealthAidAcidophilus 60 Capsules
HealthAid Acidophilus capsules are formulated to ensure maximum survival and proliferation of special strains of beneficial bacteria in the intesti...
View full detailsLepicol180g
Lepicol is a 3-in-1 formulation containing gentle fibre, five strains of live bacteria and inulin. The main fibre source within Lepicol is psyllium...
View full detailsBio-Kult3 In 1 Biotic Blend For Teens 30 Gummies
Bio-Kult 3-in-1 Biotic Blend Multivitamin Gummies for Teens aged 13+ are a delicious way to feel gut great every day and are the UK's first 3-in-1 ...
View full detailsBio-KultPro-Cyan 45 Capsules
Bio-Kult Pro-Cyan is an advanced triple action formulation containing cranberry extract and two specifically selected strains of live bacteria, whi...
View full detailsBio-KultMigrea 60 Capsules
Bio-Kult Migréa is an advanced multi-action formulation that has been formulated with magnesium and vitamin B6, both of which contribute to the no...
View full detailsGarden of LifeMicrobiome Ultra 30 Capsules
Garden of Life Microbiome Ultra 30 Capsules is a powerful daily probiotic blend designed to support digestive health and immune function. With a po...
View full detailsGarden of LifeMicrobiome Mood+ 60 Capsules
This probiotic formula from Garden of Life, called Microbiome Mood+, is designed to improve digestive health and emotional wellbeing. It contains 1...
View full detailsUdo's ChoiceAdults Blend 30 Capsules
Udo's Choice Adult Blend 1 A Day 30 Caps Contains 6 adult-specific bacterial strains at an appropriate strength, designed specifically to reflect h...
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