Probiotics are helpful bacteria that support digestion and healthy immune function and produce active forms of B-vitamins. The most common types are lactobacilli and bifidobacteria. Within each type are many strains that are beneficial to health when present in sufficient amounts.*
PureBiotics™ formulations contain only the most studied and stable strains of probiotics. Each formula includes guaranteed culture counts of 12 to 15 probiotic strains. The balance between lacto and bifido cultures varies depending on each formula’s purpose.
Research shows that levels of bfidobacteria decline with age. Additionally, both bifido and lacto cultures are depleted by chlorinated water, oral contraceptives, antibiotics, x-rays, alcohol, diabetes, ultrasounds, parasites, and many other frequently-encountered substances and treatments. It is virtually impossible to avoid probiotic depletion in the modern world, which is why, as understanding of their role in supporting health has grown, formulas for replenishing probiotics have become more targeted.*
Without interference the healthy human gut is naturally home to about 100 trillion living probiotic cultures, and they do repopulate over time, but very slowly. At 30 billion cultures, it would take over 9 years for those organisms to naturally repopulate to optimum numbers. We believe at least 30 billion cultures per day are needed to insure sufficient probiotic replenishment.*
PureBiotics™ Maxima is for those with more severe probiotic depletion, and combines 15 probiotic strains (100 billion active cultures per capsule†). Its cultures are divided fairly evenly between bifido and lacto strains. Signs of such depletion can include a lack of normal elimination and other intestinal challenges. A robust probiotic population has been shown to help support a healthy immune system.*
This product does not contain artificial colorings or flavorings, GMOs, soy, dairy, gluten, or wheat and is suitable for vegetarians.