Description
The importance of digestive health
Our digestive system (gut) is central to supporting our health – it contains more than 70% of the body’s immune system and 10 times more bacteria than we have cells in our whole body (the gut microbiome).
The microbiome is made up of many different species of bacteria, some of which are considered friendly and others termed pathogenic. The bacteria line the gut wall and help to stop toxins and harmful substances passing through the gut into the body – so ideally, we need a lot more good than bad. The ideal ratio has been estimated at 85% good to 15% bad bacteria and if this balance is affected it may lead to digestive symptoms such as bloating or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
The stresses of our modern lifestyles have been shown to have an impact on reducing the levels of friendly bacteria and potentially give the unfriendly bacteria species a chance to become dominant. Stressors include a high sugar diet, alcohol, lack of or too much exercise, illness (especially food poisoning) and medications (particularly antibiotics).
Multi-strain high-strength live bacteria
ProVen Probiotics Adult Acidophilus & Bifidus – 25 Billion is a high-strength friendly bacteria supplement for everyday use for adults aged 16+. Supported by a unique body of UK-based clinical research, the Lab4 live bacteria in ProVen Adult 25 Billion is the most comprehensively studied group of friendly bacteria in the UK.
Each capsule contains 12.5 billion friendly bacteria along with key nutrients to provide additional support for digestion (calcium) and immunity (vitamins C and D, zinc and selenium).
Key features
High-strength friendly bacteria for adults
Contains extensively-researched Lab4 friendly bacteria
Additional nutrients to support digestion and immunity
1-2 capsules per day
Does not require refrigeration
Daily Intake
Recommended daily intake
As a food supplement, for best results take two capsules per day with food for a period of 1-4 months, depending on personal need. Thereafter it is usually possible to reduce to one capsule a day with food, to provide a high maintenance dose.
Directions for use
- Store in a cool, dry place – does not require refrigeration
- Capsules can be opened and contents sprinkled onto cold food for those who cannot swallow them whole
- Suitable during pregnancy
- Always take alongside food
- Take daily for best results
Nutritional Info
Serving size: 1 or 2 capsules per day
Servings per container: 30 (15 if taking 2 capsules per day)
| Active ingredients per one capsule | Amount | % NRV * |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin D3 | 25μg | 500% |
| Vitamin C | 80mg | 100% |
| Calcium | 120mg | 15% |
| Zinc | 15mg | 150% |
| Selenium | 55μg | 100% |
| Fructooligosaccharides | 100mg | † |
Lab4 Consortium |
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| Lactobacillus acidophilus (CUL60) | 12.5 billion viable cells | † |
| Lactobacillus acidophilus (CUL21) | † | |
| Bifidobacterium bifidum (CUL20) | † | |
| Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis (CUL34) | † | |
*NRV – Nutrient Reference Value
† NRV Not established
Ingredients
Calcium Carbonate, Fructooligosaccharides, Microorganisms (Lactobacillus acidophilus CUL60 & CUL21, Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis CUL34, Bifidobacterium bifidum CUL20), Vegetarian Capsule Shell (Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose), Colour (Titanium Dioxide), Ascorbic Acid, Zinc Citrate, Corn Starch, Dicalcium Phosphate, Anti-caking Agents (Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate), Corn Maltodextrin, Modified Corn Starch, Sunflower Oil, Sucrose, Antioxidants (Sodium Ascorbate, DL-Alpha Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate), Sodium Selenite, Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol).
No allergens
Free from artificial colours, flavours and preservatives. GMO free.
