About Live Cultures

Here you can find general information on probiotics, prebiotics and also more in-depth articles on topics like human strains and probiotics & eczema. Please note these pages are intended for healthcare practitioners and trade professionals. Consumers should visit the product pages or consult the product packaging.

• What are Probiotics?

  An introduction into probiotics, live cultures and how the OptiBac Probiotics range is uniquely positioned to offer products specifically developed for different situations.

• What are Live Cultures?

  What are `live cultures` and `active cultures`? Read more to find out what they do and the difference between live cultures and probiotics.

• What are Prebiotics?

  Prebiotic fibres, like fructooligosaccharides, selectively promote the growth of probiotics. The OptiBac Probiotics range currently has four products containing prebiotics.

  • Probiotics and Prebiotics

    And in-depth look at how prebiotics and probiotics can work together.

• Probiotic Myths...BUSTED

  This guide dispels some common myths about probiotics, by looking at the most up-to-date research and scientific understanding...

• Probiotics Database

  The probiotics database aims to provide information about the most researched probiotic strains available, and looks at the areas and health conditions for which each strain has been particularly researched for...

• What is Acidophilus?

  Lactobacillus acidophilus is one of the most common species available in probiotic supplements. Our product For every day EXTRA Strength contains Lactobacillus acidophilus NCFM ^®, the most researched acidophilus strain in the world.

• What is Saccharomyces boulardii

  Sourced from the lychee fruit, Saccharomyces boulardii is a well researched yeast strain which is used throughout the world.

• In-Depth Articles

  These articles cover a wide range of in-depth and technical subjects, including work by renowned probiotic specialist Dr Georges Mouton.

  • The Uses of Prebiotics
  • What are Human Strains?
  • The History of Probiotics
  • Probiotics and Autism
  • Probiotics & Eczema
  • Probiotics & Clostridium difficile

• Glossary

  Glossary of probiotic terms