Friendly bacteria digestive supplement. A daily digestive supplement -5 billion live cultures scientifically proven to reach the gut alive. Highly researched -Includes strains extensively studied for over 20 years. Synbiotic -Combining live cultures with FOS fibres to increase your bodys natural gut bacteria. Expertly formulated -A sugar-free alternative to yoghurt and yoghurt drinks. A more natural choice -Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium and Lactococcus naturally occur in the digestive tract. A great place to start -Offers great value for money, perfect to begin your friendly bacteria journey and for daily maintenance. From the UK's most recommended brand -Optibac is the brand of friendly bacteria supplements most recommended by UK consumers^. Who is it for?For those wanting to take a high quality friendly bacteria supplement every day. It contains 6 well-researched strains as well as FOS fibres, which together help to complement&increase your natural gut bacteria. Every Day is a great place to start your good bacteria journey.Can you take live cultures long term?Some people like to take specific live cultures strains at certain times, for example during pregnancy, or during the winter flu season. However, most people prefer to take a daily live cultures supplement on an ongoing basis to complement their gut bacteria.How does Optibac Every Day compare to other daily friendly bacteria supplements?If looking for alternatives to brands like Symprove, you should compare the cost, the recommended daily amount, and the quality of the strains. A high-quality supplement always lists the full strain names of the bacteria, not just the species, so you can check the supporting research. Optibac Every Day is a great alternative to Symprove and other similar brands; it out-performs most comparable products not only on price, but also on quality of the strains it contains.How many strains is best in a live cultures supplement?The number of strains is not the most important thing to look for in a daily live cultures supplement. It is best to select a supplement containing highly researched friendly bacteria. Optibac Every Day contains the world-renowned Lactobacillus acidophilus/helveticus Rosell-52 and Lactobacillus rhamnosus Rosell-11, proven to survive stomach acidity and reach the gut aliveIngredientsStabiliser: potato starch; Live cultures:Lactobacillus rhamnosusRosell-11,Lactobacillus acidophilus/helveticusRosell-52,Bifidobacterium longumRosell-175,Bifidobacterium breveRosell-70,Bifidobacterium bifidumRosell-71,Lactococcus lactisRosell-1058; Fructooligosaccharides (FOS 88mg), vegetarian capsule: hydroxypropyl methylcellulose; anti-caking agent: vegetable magnesium stearate; antioxidant: ascorbic acidEach capsule guarantees5 billion live cultures+ 88mg FOS fibres.Following the taxonomic updates advised by a global team of scientists and published in April 2020, a reclassification has been proposed for theL.rhamnosusspecies. TheLactobacillusrhamnosusstrain in Every Day may therefore now also be known asLacticaseibacillus rhamnosusRosell-11.. Suitable during pregnancy. Suitable during breastfeeding. Suitable for vegetarian diets.. Dairy is not an ingredient. However, it is used in production. Any minute traces would not affect those with lactose intolerance.Recommended useEvery Day can be given to adults and children, from 4 years onwards, with the following recommendations:. For best results take 1 capsule daily, preferably with breakfast. Intake can be increased to 2 capsules a day if desired, or as professionally directed. For those unable to swallow capsules, the capsule can be opened and contents mixed with a cool drink or food. Do not exceed recommended daily dosage. Drink plenty of water with your course of live cultures. SafetyLive cultures are not recommended for those with serious medical conditions e.g. those who are severely immunosuppressed, have pancreatitis, are in the ICU, have melaena, have a central venous catheter, infants with short bowel syndrome, or patients with open wounds following major surgery; unless under a doctor's care. Keep out of reach of children.Gut health supplements are not intended to prevent, treat or diagnose any medical conditions. If taking probiotic supplements for gut health, note that these should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. If you are taking any medications or have a serious medical condition, consult a doctor before use. Optibac supplements will not cause dependency and may be used on an ongoing basis.Storage instructionsFor best results, do not remove desiccant sachet from the glass jar and close lid firmly after each use.Store in a cool, dry place below 25C and out of direct sunlight. For maximum potency, can be refrigerated after opening.