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...

• 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