{"product_id":"products-biogaia-protectis-vitamin-d3-orange-90-chewables-html","title":"BioGaia Protectis + Vitamin D3 Orange - 90 Chewables","description":"\u003ch4\u003eProbiotic tablets with Vitamin D\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBioGaia Protectis D+ is a premium food supplement featuring high quality probiotics and a high dose of Vitamin D. Each tablet contains live, gut-balancing bacteria and Vitamin D formulated to promote a healthy immune system and daily support for overall digestive wellness*.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e*Vitamin D contributes to the normal function of the immune system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains one of the world's most researched probiotic strain**\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh absorption Vitamin D and probiotic\u003cem\u003eLactobacillus reuteri\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports healthy functioning of the digestive and immune systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps maintain healthy intestinal microflora balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for every day, long-term use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable from 3 years of age onwards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e**According to Pubmed. April 2025\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat are probiotics?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eProbiotics are defined as \"live microorganisms that, when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit on the host.\" (WHO\/FAO 2002, Hill C et al. 2014).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAre baby probiotics safe?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. All BioGaia probiotic products, including our baby probiotic drops, have been tested in clinical studies and found to be suitable and effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat differentiates BioGaia probiotics from other probiotics on the market?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe patented probiotic strains found in BioGaia's products were originally found to live in the human digestive tract, which means they are very well suited to our bacterial flora. Many other probiotic products on the market contain strains that come from plants or animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAre L. reuteri bacteria alive and growing in the product?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bacteria are alive but in a dormant state. They become activated and fully metabolically active when they come in contact with the saliva. By the time they reach the stomach they can start to colonise.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAre multi-strain products better than single-strain probiotic products?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMulti-strain products containing several strains in high doses do not necessarily have a better effect than a single-strain product. Important criteria when choosing a probiotic product are:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe probiotic bacteria must be defined on strain level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe probiotic product must have been tested in human clinical studies, with the same dose and with the same bacterial strain(s) as in the commercial product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy is it important to define a probiotic bacteria on strain level?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBacteria are classified into genus, species and strains. Probiotic strains of the same species have different characteristics, and may therefore have different health effects. For example, clinical studies with the two strains,\u003cem\u003eLimosilactobacillus reuteri\u003c\/em\u003eATCC PTA 6475 and\u003cem\u003eLimosilactobacillus reuteri\u003c\/em\u003eDSM 17938, have shown different effects in clinical studies. That is why a probiotic product must be defined on strain level.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy is it called lactic acid bacteria if the products do not contain milk?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMany people assume that lactic acid comes from dairy because the first word sounds similar to lactose - a sugar naturally found in dairy products. However, lactic acid is not milk, nor does it contain milk. Lactic acid bacteria have the ability to form lactic acid, which is not the same as milk. Lactic acid bacteria are also found naturally in many foods, for example, in kimchi, olives and sauerkraut.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBulking agent (isomalt), sweetener (xylitol),\u003cem\u003eL. reuteri\u003c\/em\u003eDSM 17938, vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol), orange flavouring and flavour enhancer (citric acid). Free from gluten, milk protein and lactose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDirections\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy the recommended dose of 1 tablet at any time of day, with or without food. Each tablet contains a minimum of 100 million live\u003cem\u003eL. reuteri\u003c\/em\u003eProtectis. and 20g of vitamin D, corresponding to 200% of DRI (Daily Reference Intake) in the UK, as recommended by the NHS.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended daily dose should not be exceeded.\u003c\/strong\u003eExcessive consumption may produce laxative effects due to the inclusion of sweeteners in the product. This product should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore in a dry place, not above room temperature (max 25C). 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