Every Day Probiotics

Recommended use

• 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 probiotics

Storage instructions

• For 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 25°C and out of direct sunlight. For maximum potency, can be refrigerated after opening.

Customer Questions

All questions answered by probiotic experts Dr Kate Stephens PhD (Food and Microbial Sciences) BSc(Hons) Medical Microbiology and Kerry Beeson BSc (Nut. Med.) Nutritional Therapist.

Should I take probiotics every day?

Yes, it is safe and generally advisable to take a probiotic supplement daily. Good bacteria only colonize in the gut for a few weeks and research^1,2,3 suggests that taking regular digestive supplements helps to complement the microbiome and support gut health. 

Can you take probiotics long term?

 Some people like to take specific probiotic strains at certain times, for example during pregnancy, or during the winter flu season. However, most people prefer to take a daily probiotic supplement on an ongoing basis to maintain their gut microbiome, and support digestion*. Research to date³ suggests that long-term use is fine, and the body does not become dependent on the probiotics.

How many strains is best in a daily probiotic supplement?

The number of strains is not the most important thing to look for in a daily live cultures supplement. It is best to choose one containing highly researched friendly bacteria.  Optibac Probiotics Every Day contains the world-renowned Lactobacillus acidophilus/helveticus Rosell-52 and Lactobacillus rhamnosus Rosell-11, proven to reach the gut alive⁴ and complement the gut bacteria.

How does Optibac Probiotics Every Day compare to other daily probiotic supplements?

If looking for alternatives to probiotic 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, which means you can check the supporting research. Optibac Probiotics Every Day is a great alternative to Symprove and other similar UK brands; it out-performs them not only on price, but also on quality of the strains it contains.

Safety

Probiotics 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.

Probiotic supplements are not intended to prevent, treat or diagnose any medical conditions. If taking probiotic supplements for gut health, these should not be used as a substitute for a healthy diet and 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.

References

1. Mimura, T. et al. (2004). 'Once daily high dose probiotic therapy (VSL#3) for maintaining remission in recurrent or refractory pouchitis'. Gut, 53(1): 108-114
2. Morelli L et al., 2004. 'Utilisation of the intestinal tract as a delivery system for urogenital probiotics'. Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology; 38(6): 107-110
3. Jacobsen et al., 1999. 'Screening of probiotic activities of 47 strains of Lactobacillus spp. by in vitro techniques and evaluation of the colonisation ability of 5 selected strains in humans'. Applied and Environmental Microbiology; 65 (11): 4949-4956
4. Nagulesapillai, V., Belvis, J., Tompkins, T. and Girard, S.-A. (2017), Detection and Quantification of Probiotic Strains in Clinical Fecal Samples of Healthy Adults by Real-time PCR. The FASEB Journal, 31: lb207-lb207. https://doi.org/10.1096/fasebj.31.1_supplement.lb207

Ingredients 

Prebiotic (FOS); Probiotic blend: Lactobacillus rhamnosus Rosell-11, Lactobacillus acidophilus/helveticus Rosell-52, Bifidobacterium longum Rosell-175, Bifidobacterium breve Rosell-70, Bifidobacterium bifidum Rosell-71, Lactococcus lactis Rosell-1058; potato starch, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, vegetable magnesium stearate, ascorbic acid (for freshness)

Each capsule guarantees 5 billion CFU + 88mg FOS prebiotics.

Suitability

• Vegetarian
• Gluten free
• GMO free
• Yeast free
• Free from artificial flavorings, colorings and preservatives
• No chemicals or parabens
• No added sugars
• 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.

Following the taxonomic updates advised by a global team of scientists and published in April 2020, a reclassification has been proposed for the L. rhamnosus species. The Lactobacillus rhamnosus strain in Every Day may therefore now also be known as Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus Rosell-11.

Customer reviews

• Good quality probiotics which have helped my stomach feel more comfortable. Quick dispatch and delivery

  Naomi - 26th August 2021

• Always take the every day probiotics as I feel much better when I do. Just bought my new bottle and happy to find that they are now in a glass container instead of plastic, and I understand that all the Optibac products will be changed in due course.

  CW - 9th August 2021

• Before I started taking Optibac 'Every Day', I was frequently bloated and the flatulence - my goodness! Faced with the number of products, I emailed for advice and received the most detailed, well explained reply from the Nutritional team leader, Camilla Gray, which surprised and impressed me. She recommended I start with 'One Week Flat', which I did, and by the end of the week, I noticed a difference, especially in the evening. I've now been taking the 'Every Day' for a month and I can honestly say its made a wonderful difference. Yes, there is still some flatulence, but, as she pointed out, that's normal. The main thing is, I no longer sound as if I'm the entire wind section of an orchestra! I want to say a big 'thank you' to Camilla for her advice and her follow-up email a month later (she asked first if it would be ok to email me again) to see how I was getting on. Such attentive customer service, which, sadly, is a rare thing nowadays.

  JV Spicer - 7th July 2021

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USA Shipping

Coronavirus Update

We ship all USA orders from our warehouse in Hampshire in the UK. Due to the ongoing global pandemic many US, European and Worldwide postal routes are seeing increased transit times. Delivery times provided on this site are therefore a guide and not a guarantee. Express Services largely remain unaffected however these routes are typically subject to local tax and duties at customs.

USA standard shipping: $4.99

International postal order - typically deatched and delivered within 5-10 working days.
Free standard shipping on orders over $100.

USA express shipping: $6.99

We use DHL and orders are typically dispatched and delivered within 2-5 working days.

Good to know

• We'll send you an email to confirm once your parcel has been dispatched.
• For delivery queries, please email enquiries@optibacprobiotics.com. 
• We are unable to ship orders to PO boxes.
• Product prices on this website are always shown in US dollars (USD $) and exclude tax - tax is not applicable as orders are fulfilled from the UK.

Worldwide Delivery

• We deliver to more than 50 countries.
• Shipping is charged at cost - please note that duties may apply.
• Please allow 3-7 working days for delivery within Europe and 5-12 days to all other destinations. Includes order tracking.  
• If you are located within the United Kingdom or Europe, we recommended switching to our UK website.
• International deliveries might currently take a little longer due to the global coronavirus situation. Please refer to the webpage of our international delivery provider DHL to confirm the number of days it takes to receive your order and whether they currently ship to your country.
• Most international delivery prices are dependent on the size and weight of your order and where it is being sent. You'll be shown the final price of shipping in the checkout, before payment, once we have your address and order details.
• Long distance shipping and short-term exposure to high temperatures will not compromise the viability of our products. Customers living in very hot countries should store the products out of direct sunlight and refrigerate if the option is available.

For more details regarding international orders, currency conversion and applicable tax for orders outside the USA, please take a look at our delivery FAQ.