Optibac Probiotics Immune Support, formerly known as For Daily Immunity, is a friendly bacteria supplement with added Vitamin C specially formulated for those who lead active, demanding lifestyles, those with weaker immune responses, and the elderly, who naturally have lower levels of natural bacteria.
Optibac Immune Support contains 5 billion live cultures of the strain L. paracasei CASEI 431®, which complements the natural gut bacteria, as well as Vitamin C supports a healthy immune system and helps reduce tiredness and fatigue.
Benefits of Optibac Probiotics Immune Support:
- High-quality, friendly bacteria shown to reach the gut alive
- Vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free, with absolutely no artificial flavourings or colourings
- Can be given to adults and children, from 4 year onwards
- Vitamin C supports a healthy immune system and helps reduce tiredness and fatigue.
- Suitable in pregnancy
- Safe for long-term use
- For anyone unable to swallow capsules, the content of the capsule may be mixed with a cold meal or beverage
Directions: As a food supplement, Immune Support can be given to adults and children, from 4 years onwards, with the following recommendations. For best results take 1 capsule daily with food, preferably with breakfast, or as professionally directed. For those unable to swallow capsules, open and mix contents with cool drink/food. May be used on an ongoing basis.
For best results, do not remove desiccant sachet from the glass jar and close lid firmly after each use. Store in a cool, dry place below 25°C and out of direct sunlight. For maximum potency, can be refrigerated after opening. 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, short bowel syndrome, or patients with open wounds following major surgery; unless under a doctor's care. Keep out of reach of children.
Gut health supplements are not intended to prevent, treat or diagnose any medical conditions. If taking probiotic supplements for gut health, note that these should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy 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.
Vitamin C (80mg, 100% NRV*); stabiliser: maltodextrin (natural source); vegetarian capsule: hydroxypropyl methylcellulose; Live cultures: Lactobacillus paracasei CASEI 431®; anti-caking agent: vegetable magnesium stearate. Each capsule guarantees 5 billion micro-organisms.
Can friendly bacteria be taken every day?
Yes! It’s not possible to overdose on live cultures supplements as your gut naturally contains trillions of friendly bacteria. Friendly bacteria have been researched for decades, and daily use is both safe and recommended, without risk of dependency or overdose (1,2,3).
References
(1). Jacobsen et al. (1999). 'Screening of probiotic activities of 47 strains of Lactobacillus spp. by in vitro techniques and evaluation of the colonisation ability of 5 selected strains in humans'. Applied and Environmental Microbiology; 65(11): 4949-4956 (2). Doron, S., & Snydman, D. R. (2015). Risk and safety of probiotics. Clinical infectious diseases : an official publication of the Infectious Diseases Society of America, 60 Suppl 2(Suppl 2), S129–S134. https://doi.org/10.1093/cid/civ085 (3). Tomasz, B. et al, (2014). Long-term use of probiotics Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium has a prophylactic effect on the occurrence and severity of pouchitis: a randomized prospective study. BioMed research international, 2014, 208064. https://doi.org/10.1155/2014/208064
How can I support my immune system naturally?
Various factors affect immunity, including cold weather or stress, but you can do things to help support your immune system. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, limit alcohol intake, get a good night’s sleep, exercise daily, wash your hands properly, and consider taking a supplement like Optibac Immune Support, which is designed to support the immune system during the winter cold and flu season.
Which supplements are best for the immune system?
Choose highly researched immunity supplements containing ingredients like Vitamin C, proven to support a healthy immune system and your body’s resistance to infection. Optibac Immune Support contains 100% of your daily requirement of Vitamin C, along with one of the world’s most researched (1) bacterial strains, Lactobacillus paracasei CASEI 431®.
References
(1) Jespersen L. et al., (2015), ‘Effect of Lactobacillus paracasei subsp. paracasei, L. casei 431® on immune response to influenza vaccination and upper respiratory tract infections in healthy adult volunteers: a randomized, double- blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-group study’. Am.J.Clin.Nutr., 101:1188-1196.
Who should not take supplements for immune support?
Vitamin C and friendly bacteria supplements for immune support are generally safe for daily use by everyone, including children (from 1 year) and older people (1,2,3). However, they may not be appropriate for adults or children who are immune-compromised – read our safety information for more details. If you have a serious health condition, speak to your doctor before taking any supplement.
References
1. Jacobsen et al. (1999). 'Screening of probiotic activities of 47 strains of Lactobacillus spp. by in vitro techniques and evaluation of the colonisation ability of 5 selected strains in humans'. Applied and Environmental Microbiology; 65(11): 4949-4956 2. Doron, S., & Snydman, D. R. (2015). Risk and safety of probiotics. Clinical infectious diseases : an official publication of the Infectious Diseases Society of America, 60 Suppl 2(Suppl 2), S129–S134. https://doi.org/10.1093/cid/civ085 3. Tomasz, B. et al, (2014). Long-term use of probiotics Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium has a prophylactic effect on the occurrence and severity of pouchitis: a randomized prospective study. BioMed research international, 2014, 208064. https://doi.org/10.1155/2014/208064
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