​​A colony-forming unit is the estimated number of viable bacteria that are capable of dividing and forming more colonies. If they are alive and dividing, the probiotic bacteria are getting the job done. 

It’s almost impossible to know. The average person’s gut microbiome contains up to 1,000 different species of known bacteria - a third of which is common to most people while two thirds are specific to you. So like your fingerprint, your gut microbiome is unique to you. 

The term symbiotic is used to refer to a product that contains both probiotics and prebiotics. This combination contributes to a special synergy that supports the gastrointestinal tract. 

​Absolutely. Antibiotics frequently throw the good and bad bacteria in your gut out of whack. This can lead to diarrhea or other stomach discomfort. Studies suggest that taking a probiotic during the course of an antibiotic treatment can lower the risk of developing diarrhea.*

The gut is arguable the center of your health. Mostly comprised of probiotics, the gut is the first line of defense for your immune system. Between 70-80% of our immune tissue is located in the walls of your gastrointestinal tract. Helpful bacteria or probiotics help prevent the growth of harmful bacteria, aid digestion and support nutrient absorption to keep your gut (and you!) healthy. Diets high in processed foods, stress and poor lifestyle habits can upset the balance of your gut’s good bacteria and can lead to a weakened immune system.