Product Description
CanPrev’s Pro-Biotik™ Powder is a family friendly probiotic powder that contains eight human strain probiotic species particular to the growing needs of toddlers, children and adolescents. Each species is represented at optimal levels to enhance the natural gut flora. Pro-Biotik™ Powder is completely shelf stable for ease of use anytime, anywhere – no refrigeration required. At the time of manufacture, it contains eight billion CFU (colony forming units – a measure of friendly bacteria activity), and three billion CFU at the expiry date.
Each 1/4 tsp contains
Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that work by colonizing the small and large intestines and that inhibit the growth of harmful organisms. They have been found to stimulate the immune system and enhance the absorption of certain nutrients. Research shows that certain strains can be helpful for restoring a healthy gut flora after the use of antibiotics and in cases of diarrhoea.
Bifidobacterium breve HA-129
0.12 billion CFU
Bifidobacterium infantis HA-116 0.102 billion CFU
Bifidobacterium longum HA-135 0.300 billion CFU
Lactobacillus acidophilus HA-122 0.300 billion CFU
Lactobacillus helveticus HA-501 0.102 billion CFU
Lactobacillus plantarum HA-119 0.780 billion CFU
Lactobacillus rhamnosus HA-500 1.194billion CFU
Maltodextrin, silicon dioxide, ascorbic acid.
Dissolve powder in liquid and take with food, or take as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Take at least 2-3 hours before or after antibiotics. Ages 1-2 – 1⁄4 teaspoon per day; ages 3-5 – 1⁄4 teaspoon 2 times per day; ages 6-11- 1⁄4 teaspoon 3 times per day; ages 12 and over – 1⁄2 teaspoon 2 times per day.
Contraindicated in those experiencing nausea, fever, vomiting, bloody diarrhoea or severe abdominal pain, those with immune-compromised conditions such as AIDS and lymphoma, and those undergoing long-term corticosteroid treatment.
This product has come into contact with milk and soy. Contraindicated in those with allergies to dairy or soy products.