Probiotics Probiotics maintain digestive health and comfort by digesting particular substances in the diet and by enabling nutrient absorption. They support immunity by stimulating the body's natural defences and by lining the the intestines with a layer of friendly bacteria that bars harmful substances in the gut from entering the body. The balance of good bacteria can be disrupted by stress, dietary habits, antibiotics and ageing. This can then lead to diarrhoea, excessive gas, bloating, constipation and thrush. Medical studies show that replenishing the intestines with probiotics is a natural way towards maintaining healthy lifestyle. There are different strains of "friendly" bacteria, which have specific beneficial properties and colonise different parts of the intestine. Some products require refrigeration others are temperature stable. Dtecta Range of Probiotics     Dtecta Travla  £7.49   30 Vegetarian capsules Temperature Stable Travla is a proven formulation of unique probiotic strains designed to support the traveller’s digestive health and immunity while abroad. When eating and drinking unfamiliar foods in foreign environments it pays to maintain a healthy coating of friendly bacteria in the intestines to support natural immunity and digestive health. As well as Lactobacillus rhamnosus Rosell-11, and Lactobacillus acidophilus Rosell-52   it contains Saccharomyces boulardii – a unique probiotic yeast which is sold widely in the US, Scandinavia, Germany & France. S. boulardii has undergone extensive clinical research proving its ability to flush out pathogenic bacteria such as E. coli and salmonella (responsible for 70% of Traveller’s Diarrhoea) and to have therapeutic benefits against diarrhoea.    Dtecta A'Biotica £4.99 20 Capsules Temperature Stable A’Biotica is an advanced formulation specifically developed for patients taking antibiotics to fill up the intestines with friendly bacteria helping to support digestive health and immunity. A’Biotica may be taken during and following a course of antibiotics which kill of both harmful and friendly bacteria in the gut. A’Biotica promotes a healthy balance of good bacteria supporting health, digestion and immunity       Dtecta Diarsafe   £2.99 8 Capsules    £5.39 16 Capsules Temperature Stable Exra strength Saccharomyces boulardii works naturally without blocking you up. DiarSafe promotes bowel health, comfort and function while supporting natural immunity.S. boulardii has been internationally acclaimed as the number one probiotic for diarrhoea - to reduce discomfort and urgency and restore regular bowel movements. DiarSafe extra strength S. boulardii is a natural probiotic food supplement and NOT an antidiarrhoeal or anti-motility medicine – it will not artificially reduce the muscular contractions of the intestine to stop diarrhoea. It is a completely natural probiotic food supplement offering support for bowel health and comfort.         Dtecta  OptiBac £8.99   60 Vegetarian Capsules Temperature Stable OptiBac is a unique and balanced formulation of 6 different probiotic strains combined with prebiotics (i.e. food for the probiotics to flourish) to provide daily maintenance for our digestive health and immune systems. Daily probiotic support means normalizing a healthy balance of friendly bacteria throughout the entire intestinal tract. With OptiBac, the different strains (or types) of friendly bacteria along with the prebiotics have been specifically chosen for the different clinically proven health benefits they convey in the different parts of the small and large (colon) intestine. OptiBac provides a high potency and select variety of well researched and documented probiotic strains. In addition OptiBac is free from sugars, fats, preservatives or colourings that may be found in some daily probiotic foods and drinks.       Dtecta Immunox £7.49  30 Vegetarian capsules  Temperature Stable Immunox is a probiotic and antioxidant blend developed for daily intake to support the body’s resistance to infection and promote a healthy immune system. A unique synergy exists between the advanced antioxidants and probiotic blend in Immunox. A healthy probiotic balance enhances nutrient and mineral absorption in the intestines, thereby ensuring that the antioxidants are more efficiently absorbed into the bloodstream and can make their way to the cells and organs where they are needed most. Immunox is recommended for people who lead active, demanding lifestyles and for those with weaker immune responses (e.g. people who catch every cold going round, the elderly etc.)    Dtecta AntiBloat  £7.49 7 Sachets (7 Day Course) Temperature Stable Feeling bloated from overeating, gas, period, constipation etc ? AntiBloat aids natural digestive transit when the abdomen feels uncomfortable, full and tight to promote a comfortably flat stomach. Imbalances of bad pathogenic bacteria over friendly probiotic bacteria in the intestines can result in poor digestive health, production of smelly and uncomfortable gases and sluggish bowel function. A one-week course of AntiBloat re-balances the good bacteria in the small and large (colon) intestines to support healthy digestion and good intestinal passage for a comfortably flat stomach. Includes amongst other strains Lactococcus lactis Rosell-1058: This strain is obtained from the kefir culture and is renowned for antimicrobial benefits in supporting the body against undesirable harmful bacteria and some fungi.   PreBio 7      40x 500mg Capsules £9.99 Temperature Stable Prebio 7 is a nutritional supplement aimed at reinforcing the traditional diet too poor in lactic ferments and fibers. Prebio 7 may help naturally reinforce the digestive flora and intestinal content, preserve the body and skins beauty, favour a flat stomach as well as a sensation of purity and lightness. Easy to use Prebio 7 capsules need no refrigeration, (unlike some other probiotic supplements) and are the ideal solution for getting your daily dose of lactic ferments when you’re at work or on the move and when you want to take a quick and efficient probiotic course of treatment. Contains 4 Billion bacteria, 7 different types with 2 types of fibre and Fructo Oligo Sacharides (pre biotic). Higher Nature Probio-Daily       30 Tabs  £3.99    90 Tabs £7.99 Temperature Stable Probio-Daily’s powerful probiotic is an excellent daily supplement for keeping the intestines ‘sweet’, and for regularity. Lactobacillus sporogenes acts as a ‘transient’ bacterium, which encourages the growth of your native Lactobacilli and Bifido bacteria, while discouraging pathogens. It is also ideal for travelling (where food or drink may be contaminated) because it doesn’t need refrigeration. One tablet contains 150 million bacteria, a level determined by scientific studies; more is not necessary. One tablet provides:  150 million Lactobacillus sporogenes, 100mg Fructo-oligosaccharides. Pharma Nord Bio Culture 60 Caps £9.99  Temperature Stable Bio culture contains up to 10 billion "friendly" bacteria (probiotics) scientifically proven to promote a healthy digestive system at times of stress, holiday travel, over-indulgence, for individuals who take the contraceptive pill and after a cource of antibiotics. Bio-Culture is specifically formulated to be stable at room temperature and comes in a hermetically sealed tube for added freshness.   Ortis Beneflora 7x 10g Sachets £7.70  Temperature Stable. out of stock at moment. A combination of 6 lactobacillus and bifidobacterium plus fructo oligosaccharides (FOS). As a food supplement, take one sachet per day. The powder may be eaten directly from the sachet or preferably mixed with your favourite food or cold drink.Four billion live bacteria with each sachet.  A seven day course every month is recommended to help maintain a balanced intestinal flora. However, if your intestinal flora is heavily damaged (eg after a course of antibiotics) it is recommended to take Beneflora for 35 days without interruption. Quest Acidophilus Plus 90 Caps for price of 60 £8.90 (50% extra free)          Refrigeration  required Acidophilus Plus provides a spectrum of friendly lactic bacteria which inhabit the healthy gut. It may be chosen after a course of antibiotics, or during exposure to changes in food and water (e.g. during foreign travel).May be included into a supplement regime during winter months to ensure an efficient immune sytem. Requires refrigeration. 2 Billion bacteria including L. Acidophilus, L.Casei Casei, L.Casei Rhamnosus.   Quest Lp299v  60 caps, £19.99. Refrigeration required Quest Lp299v is a unique form of L.Plantarum, a probiotic bacterium that has been found in scientific studies to help maintain gastrointestinal function. Scientific studies show that this particular strain of probiotic has adhesion properties which allow it to temporarily colonise the large intestine. Lactobacillus plantarum 299v (Lp299v) is a highly specific strain from the plantarum group of friendly bacteria. This strain differs from other plantarum species because it has been extensively researched regarding its use for those with digestive conditions and, in particular, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Studies have shown that Lp299v could decrease the frequency and severity of up to 95% of symptoms experienced by IBS sufferers. However, this particular strain has also been associated with a therapeutic role for conditions such as diarrhoea and heart disease and has also been shown to help boost the immune system at the gut level.    Bio Care Bio Acidophilus 60 Caps £17.95    Refrigeration  required Contains the unique, extensively tested LAB4 complex of friendly bacteria only available from BioCare   Human compatible adhesion strains that are bile and acid tolerant. L. acidophilus may reduce the proliferation of yeast organisms. L. acidophilus and B. bifidus have been shown to help reduce dietary cholesterol when taken in conjunction with a low fat diet . This product requires refrigeration.     ActiMint 60 Mints £2.99    Temperature Stable. not available at moment. The Probiotic Mint that Aids Digestion with tooth-friendly Xylitol ,provides the body with ‘friendly bacteria’ and freshens the breath. The mints contain millions of live probiotic Lactobacillus acidophilus units, which help maintain a balance of friendly bacteria in the digestive tract. Includes Xylitol, known to keep the mouth & gums healthy and reduce plaque. No aspartame, no artificial flavouring, no preservatives, sugar free, promotes an optimum environment in the lower intestine to aid digestion.Recommended to take before, during and after a course of antibiotics. Additional prebiotic helps increase the survival of probiotic units in the gut. Scientific tests prove that millions of cfu (colony forming units) reach the intestine where they beneficially multiply. Recommended: 2 tablets dissolved in the mouth after each meal or as desired. 60 tablets - a month’s supply Order by debit/credit Card on:+44 (0)161 351 1348  Important legal note: We are happy to provide products and services which will help you to improve your health and well being, however we do not 'treat', or aim to 'cure' any disease. 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