OptiBac 'Bifidobacteria & fibre' has been created especially for those seeking a high quality natural bacteria and fibre supplement.

It contains Bifidobacterium lactis BB-12, thought to be the most researched strain of the entire Bifidobacterium family, and 4g of FOS (fructooligosaccharides). Suggested for daily use, each capsule provides 5 billion live microorganisms that will survive through stomach acidity and bile salts and is guaranteed per capsule until end of expiry. OptiBac 'Bifidobacteria & fibre' is suitable for infants (one year+), women during pregnancy, vegans, vegetarians and is also gluten-free for those with celiac disease or those with an intolerance.

Suitable for vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free diets.

• Vegetarian
• Vegan

Fructooligosaccharides (FOS)

Standardised culture: Bifidobacterium lactis BB-12®

Fructose

Anticaking agent: silicon dioxide

Each sachet guarantees 5 billion micro-organisms + 4g FOS fibres.

Suitable for vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free diets.

Adults and children (1 year and over): Take 1 sachet daily with food, preferably with breakfast when stomach acidity is at its most neutral.

For ongoing use: 1 sachet will often suffice but more can be taken as desired, or as professionally instructed. You can take up to 4 sachets per day if required, with plenty of water.

Shake the sachet, then slowly sprinkle contents into a glass of water and vigorously swirl to dissolve fully. Do not use a spoon as this may cause the sachet contents to clump. Drink plenty of water with this supplement. Do not exceed recommended daily dosage. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a healthy diet and lifestyle.

How long do OptiBac Probiotics Bifidobacteria & Fibre 10 Sachets take to work?

OptiBac Probiotics Bifidobacteria & Fibre 10 Sachets isn’t a medication, so how long it takes to work varies from person to person. It’s also influenced by a number of other factors like lifestyle, diet, nutrition, your unique microbiome, medical conditions and any other medication you’re taking. Generally speaking, you should take a probiotic for at least 3 months before judging if you experience the benefits or not.

Live cultures 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.