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Gluten free
During pregnancy
During breastfeeding
OptiBac Probiotics 'For babies & children' is a high-quality children's probiotic and prebiotic supplement, containing three well-researched probiotic strains, Bifidobacterium infantis Rosell-33, Lactobacillus acidophilus Rosell-52, and Bifidobacterium bifidum Rosell-71, along with natural prebiotic FOS fibres. This blend of probiotics and prebiotics can help support gut health1 and immune health in childhood2.
Created especially for babies, toddlers, and children up to 12 years old.
Available to buy in three pack sizes of 10, 30 or 90 sachets.
All questions answered by probiotic expert Kerry Beeson BSc (Nut. Med.) Nutritional Therapist.
Probiotics are very safe for children5 and it is difficult to take too many. However, it is advisable to adhere to the product dosage guidelines. OptiBac ‘For babies & children’ gives the recommended daily dose of 3 billion of probiotics in just 1 sachet. To incorporate OptiBac ‘For babies & children’ in your child’s diet, this friendly bacteria sachet can be mixed in with cool liquids like water or milk, and foods, like cereal or yogurt.
Yes, ‘For babies & children is vegetarian. It does not contain any dairy as an ingredient but does contain traces of lactose (see information on lactose intolerance in the Ingredients section). It is also gluten-free, making it suitable for those with coeliac disease.
+As determined in an independent survey of 1000 British women.
5. Manzano S, De Andrés J, Castro I, Rodríguez JM, Jiménez E, Espinosa-Martos I. Safety and tolerance of three probiotic strains in healthy infants: A multi-centre randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Benef Microbes. 2017;8(4):569-578. doi:10.3920/BM2017.0009
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Looking for an easy to take format that kids can help themselves to - try our new probiotic gummies for kids.
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OptiBac Probiotics 'For babies & children' does not require refrigeration, so it’s fine to take with you wherever you go! Store in a cool, dry place below 25°C and out of direct sunlight.
All questions answered by probiotic expert Kerry Beeson BSc (Nut. Med.) Nutritional Therapist.
Probiotics for children are dietary supplements specifically designed for infants and children. Certain species and strains of beneficial bacteria are found naturally in a child’s gut, such as strains of Bifidobacteria and Lactobacilli. High-quality kids’ supplements will contain live cultures which have been clinically researched in children and are particularly suitable for a child’s developing digestive system These supplements can replenish the gut with friendly bacteria, contributing to a balanced gut microbiome. The gut microbiome plays an important role in your child’s health and wellbeing3.
Research has shown that giving certain friendly bacteria strains, such as Lactobacillus acidophilus Rosell-52, Bifidobacterium infantis Rosell-33 & Bifidobacterium bifidum Rosell-71, can help support your child’s health2. These strains can be found in OptiBac ‘For babies & children’, a natural, gentle probiotic supplement, suitable for early life and throughout childhood.
When choosing a probiotic supplement for your child, choose one which has been researched in children, and which is suitable for your child’s health requirements. OptiBac ‘For babies & children’ is an award-winning probiotic supplement which has been clinically tested in hundreds of babies, and young children2,4. It is suitable for use in both formula-fed and breastfed babies. Different probiotics strains do different things, and the strains in OptiBac ‘For babies & children’ are a great choice to support your child’s digestion, immune health, and overall wellbeing.
It is best to give friendly bacteria in the morning with the first meal of the day. This helps to ensure that the bacteria pass safely through your child’s tummy and into the gut.
Some parents choose to give their children a probiotic when they feel they need extra support, such as during the winter months for immune health2,4, but others prefer to include probiotics as part of their child’s daily health routine. Whether your child is 3 months old, 3 years old, or 12 years old, ‘For babies & children’ is designed for daily, ongoing use, or whenever you feel your child’s gut needs support.
1. Veereman G. Pediatric applications of inulin and oligofructose. J Nutr. 2007;137(11):2585-2589. doi:10.1093/jn/137.11.2585s
2. Cazzola M, Pham-Thi N, Kerihuel J-C, Durand H, Bohbot S. Efficacy of a synbiotic supplementation in the prevention of common winter diseases in children: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled pilot study. Ther Adv Respir Dis. 2010;4(5):271-278. doi:10.1177/1753465810379010
3. Ihekweazu FD, Versalovic J. Development of the Pediatric Gut Microbiome: Impact on Health and Disease. Am J Med Sci. 2018;356(5):413-423. doi:10.1016/j.amjms.2018.08.005
4. Wang Y, Li X, Ge T, et al. Probiotics for prevention and treatment of respiratory tract infections in children: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Med (United States). 2016;95(31). doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000004509
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.
This is a food supplement and is not intended to prevent, treat or diagnose any medical conditions. Food supplements 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.
Each sachet guarantees 3 billion live cultures and 0.75g FOS fibres.
Suitable for vegetarian, gluten free, yeast-free diets. GMO free. Sugar free. Free from artificial flavourings, colourings and preservatives typically found in other food & drinks containing probiotics. No chemicals or parabens.
Please note this product may contain traces of dairy and/or soy*** and is therefore not recommended for those with a strict allergy to dairy. However, those with mild lactose intolerance should be able to take this supplement with no issues.
*** dairy/soy are present in the culture medium, most of which is removed during processing, however tiny residual traces may remain.
If you have a specific question or need some advice on which product to choose please email enquiries@optibacprobiotics.com or click on the link below for our contact form
Need help choosing a product?This is such a fabulous product. Having tried various other probiotics this is by far the best we have used. Our 5 year old daughter didn't notice it in her cereal at all and once she did spot me adding it to her cereal, she now refers to it as 'the magic powder' and asks for it to be added! I would highly recommend to anyone considering purchasing!
Both our children (1 and 3yrs) love having these in a bit of milk after their porridge in the morning. We think these are a really important part of growing and staying healthy.
Since giving my daughter optibac 5 months ago, she’s gone from a baby who had colds pretty often, to only having two! I highly recommend and can’t praise these enough
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