What’s in our probiotics?
If you have heard of probiotics, or regularly take probiotics – whether in their natural form or in the form of supplements – we are certain you have asked yourself this question at least once: Are my probiotics working?
The question you should be asking is – Are my probiotics solving the problem I have, specifically? If you are taking over-the-counter probiotics, you are most likely taking a gut probiotic since it is the most common type of product on the market. However, there are myriad brands and formulations, and to get the most out of your probiotic, you need to know what strains are in the supplement and how they help.
Understanding Strains
Bacteria is classified at 3 levels – Genus, Species and Strain. While genus and species are common across multiple bacteria, strains are unique.
When it comes to natural sources of probiotics, there are some inherent disadvantages, such as:
- They may lack live cultures
- Might not have the right strains or species of bacteria
- Some options like yogurts may have a high sugar content
- Most importantly, might not offer enough of probiotics to meet the daily recommended intake
For probiotics to work effectively, supplements should include the right species and strains which can travel to the target site for the disease condition.
We specialize in multi-species, strain-specific, site-specific, and disease-specific probiotics, backed by clinical research. Here’s a look at our entire range of products, what’s in them, and how they help.
NOTE:
This blog covers a few highlighted species of probiotics that can be found in our products. For the complete list of probiotic strains, prebiotics, minerals and vitamins in each product, please check the back of the product packaging listed on Amazon.
The Velbiom Range of Products
Lactogut
Lactogut is a versatile pre-probiotic formula that has been specifically designed to improve digestive health and overall immunity. It contains 5 billion CFUs of probiotic goodness, including strains such as Lactobacillus rhamnosus and Saccharomyces boulardii that have been proven effective in treating IBS and its symptoms.
Lactogut UG
Lactogut UG is a versatile multi-species, strain-specific probiotic formula that has been specifically designed for better urogenital health in women. It comes with 10 billion CFUs of probiotic goodness including Lactobacillus acidophilus which keeps the urogenital pH in balance and prevents attacks from pathogens.
Lactogut Kidz
Lactogut Kidz is a multi-strain, pediatric-specific probiotic. It is orange-flavoured, perfect for infants and toddlers. Each sachet contains 1 billion CFUs of probiotic goodness including Bifidobacterium infantis and Lactobacillus reuteri which are well researched infant specific strains that help colonize the gut at a young age.
enKor-D
enKor-D is India’s first-of-its-kind, multi-strain oral probiotic. It floods the mouth and throat with good bacteria, and boosts the natural immune defenses, by bacteria replacement therapy. It can also help treat gingivitis and periodontitis. It is loaded with 2.7 billion CFUs of probiotic goodness, including Lactobacillus salivarius that is known to possess anti-cariogenic effects, reduces prevalence of Streptococcus mutans, breaks down biofilm formation, and reduces recurrence of caries.
Lactovit
Lactovit is designed for everyday use, and fits in perfectly with your daily wellness routine. It is loaded with 125 million CFUs of probiotic goodness and B vitamins.
OneBC
One BC is an effective cure against multiple-origin diarrhea, and is travel-friendly, odourless, and tasteless. It is packaged in a 5 ml oral suspension bottle, containing 2 billion spores of Bacillus clausii that is proven to treat acute diarrhea of multiple origins in adults and children.
Lactovit Plus
Lactovit Plus has been developed as a probiotic co-prescription to mitigate the damage caused by antibiotics. It is loaded with 4.1 billion CFUs of probiotic goodness that refurbishes the microbiome with fresh, susceptible good bacteria. It also removes dormant pathogens, hence helping prevent antibiotic resistance.
NuMom
NuMom has been specifically designed to ensure healthy microbiome for the mother-to-be during pregnancy to keep unwanted infections at bay. It is a multi-strain, strain-specific blend with 7 billion CFUs of probiotic goodness, including Lactobacillus gasseri and Lactobacillus fermentum, which suppress harmful bacteria, enhance immune function, and aid digestion.
Lactovit DS
Lactovit DS is a zinc-powered, orange-flavoured probiotic syrup that has been designed specifically to address diarrhea among children. This product is loaded with 40 million CFUs of probiotic goodness, along with zinc and B vitamins. It contains Bacillus coagulans that is used to treat diarrhea.
It’s time to stop thinking of probiotics as a one-size-fits-all miracle cure. Know what’s in your supplement and get the most out of them.
You can find our entire range of probiotics on Amazon.