NOW Saccharomyces Boulardii
Helps to reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Provides live microorganisms to benefit health. Live microorganisms in the gastrointestinal tract can have a positive impact on health, provided proper balance is maintained. Antibiotic therapy can disrupt the proper balance of microflora in the gut and cause symptoms such as diarrhea. Saccharomyces bouliardi is a species of naturally occurring yeast that has been proven to assist in re-establishing proper microflora balance and reduce diarrhea. This natural probiotic forms part of natural healthy gut flora.
NOW Saccharomyces boulardii is a potent product that provides 5 billion strains of this effective probiotic yeast in a vegetarian-friendly capsule. S. boulardii is non-systemic, meaning that it remains in the gastrointestinal tract and does not spread to other parts of the body or to other body systems. It’s non-pathogenic and, unlike other yeasts, it grows at a high temperature, up to 37 degrees Celsius. S. boulardii is also hypoallergenic. Saccharomyces boulardii is particularly effective as a digestive tract micro-organisms since it is able to survive stomach acid and colonize the intestinal tract, where its benefits are fully realized. This particular strain of yeast promotes the overall health of the intestinal tract by encouraging an optimal balance of gut flora and reducing the occurrence of diarrhea. This product is shelf stable at room temperature, but can be refrigerated to maintain high potency.
Directions:
Dosage for Children 6 – 12 years, Adolescents and Adults: Take 2 capsules 1 – 2 times daily.
Ingredients (each capsule contains):
Saccharomyces Boulardii (whole cell) ……………………5 Billion cfu*
* cfu = colony forming units.
Non-Medicinal Ingredients:
Organic Inulin (FOS), Veg Capsule (hypromellose, water), Guar Gum.