Choose well-researched, shelf-stable friendly bacteria supplements, to reach the gut alive & containing strains researched for your needs. Every Day EXTRA is a high-strength supplement without added FOS, a great choice for adults with IBS.

You may choose to take specific strains at certain times, e.g. pregnancy, with or after antibiotics, or during the flu season. However, many feel better when taking daily high-strength live cultures ongoing, to complement their natural gut bacteria.

Yes, it is safe and often advisable, to take a daily high-strength friendly bacteria supplement. Good bacteria only colonise in the gut for a few weeks. Research suggests taking regular digestive supplements can help to complement the gut microbiome.

It's best to take your friendly bacteria with food, ideally breakfast time, as this is when your stomach acidity is at it's most neutral. Taking it with food further helps to buffer the acid and assist the passage of the live cultures into the gut.

More is not always better! Though some people do better on a high-strength supplement. Optibac Every Day EXTRA contains the same number of billions used in supporting gold standard clinical trials - look for strains & research relevant to your needs.