{"title":"Probiotics","description":"\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BreadcrumbList\",\n  \"itemListElement\": [\n    { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 1, \"name\": \"Home\", \"item\": \"https:\/\/plenthera.com\/\" },\n    { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 2, \"name\": \"Categorieën\", \"item\": \"https:\/\/plenthera.com\/collections\/\" },\n    { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 3, \"name\": \"Probiotica\", \"item\": \"https:\/\/plenthera.com\/collections\/probiotica\/\" }\n  ]\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"CollectionPage\",\n  \"name\": \"Probiotica bij Plenthera\",\n  \"description\": \"Premium probiotica — multistrain en gerichte formules. Hoge CFU, maagzuurresistent. Voor antibiotica-kuur, reizen, maag-darm-balans.\",\n  \"url\": \"https:\/\/plenthera.com\/collections\/probiotica\/\",\n  \"inLanguage\": \"nl-NL\",\n  \"isPartOf\": { \"@type\": \"WebSite\", \"name\": \"Plenthera\", \"url\": \"https:\/\/plenthera.com\/\" },\n  \"about\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Thing\",\n    \"name\": \"Probiotica\",\n    \"description\": \"Probiotica zijn levende micro-organismen die in voldoende aantallen ingenomen een gunstig effect kunnen hebben.\"\n  }\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Wat is probiotica?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Probiotica zijn levende micro-organismen die in voldoende aantallen ingenomen een gunstig effect kunnen hebben. De meest gebruikte zijn Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium en Saccharomyces.\"}},\n    {\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Hoeveel CFU per dag?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Voor algemeen gebruik 1-10 miljard CFU per dag. Voor specifieke toepassingen (na antibiotica, intensief reizen) tot 50 miljard CFU. Belangrijker dan totaal CFU is de specifieke stam en dosering uit klinisch onderzoek.\"}},\n    {\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Wat is het verschil tussen probiotica en prebiotica?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Probiotica zijn levende bacteriën. Prebiotica zijn voedingsvezels (FOS, GOS, inuline) die als voedsel dienen voor de eigen darmflora. Symbiotica combineren beide.\"}},\n    {\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Probiotica en antibiotica — hoe combineren?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Neem probiotica minimaal 2 uur voor of na de antibiotica om te voorkomen dat de antibiotica de probiotica direct doodt. Continue gebruik tijdens en 1-2 weken na de kuur is gangbaar.\"}},\n    {\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Moeten probiotica gekoeld?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Niet altijd. Moderne stabilisering (vriesdroog + matrix-bescherming) maakt vele probiotica kamertemperatuur-stabiel. Lees de bewaarinstructies — sommige merken vereisen koeling, andere niet.\"}}\n  ]\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003carticle\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWritten by the Plenthera team (orthomolecularly trained). Scientifically reviewed in April 2026. Last updated: April 30, 2026.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eProbiotics — literally \"for life\" — are living microorganisms that, when ingested in sufficient numbers, can have a beneficial effect on the gut flora. At Plenthera, you'll find premium \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/ondersteuning\"\u003eprobiotics\u003c\/a\u003e in all relevant forms: multi-strain formulas for broad support, targeted single-strain products for specific goals, and high-CFU capsules for after an antibiotic course or intensive travel. Gastric acid resistant and standardized for guaranteed live cells until the end of the shelf life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cnav aria-label=\"Table of Contents\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#vergelijking\"\u003eWhich probiotics are right for you?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#wat-is-probiotica\"\u003eWhat are probiotics?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#wetenschap\"\u003eScience, EFSA, and strain-specificity\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#cfu-stam-specificiteit-en-maagzuur-bescherming-wat-doet-er-e\"\u003eCFU, strain-specificity, and gastric acid protection — what really matters?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#vormen\"\u003ePlenthera's probiotic forms\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#hoe-gebruik\"\u003eHow to use probiotics?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#mythes\"\u003eMyths and misconceptions about probiotics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#combineren\"\u003eCombining probiotics with other supplements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#faq\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#bronnen\"\u003eSources\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003c\/nav\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"vergelijking\"\u003eWhich probiotics are right for you?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cth\u003ePurpose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cth\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cth\u003eCFU per day\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ctd\u003eDaily maintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMulti-strain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ctd\u003e5-25 billion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ctd\u003eAfter antibiotic course\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ctd\u003eHigh-CFU + S. boulardii\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ctd\u003e50-100 billion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ctd\u003eTravel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ctd\u003eS. boulardii or L. plantarum 299v\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ctd\u003e5-25 billion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ctd\u003eWomen's flora\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ctd\u003eL. rhamnosus GR-1 \/ L. reuteri RC-14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ctd\u003e5-10 billion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ctd\u003eChildren\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ctd\u003eChild formula (powder\/drop)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ctd\u003eAdjusted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"wat-is-probiotica\"\u003eWhat are probiotics?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProbiotics are living microorganisms that, when ingested in sufficient numbers, can have a beneficial effect. The most commonly used strains belong to the genera Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, and Saccharomyces (yeast). They are measured in CFU (Colony Forming Units).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe human gut hosts an ecosystem of an estimated 100 trillion microorganisms — more cells than the human body itself contains. This microbiome plays a role in digestion, immune function, vitamin production (especially vitamin K and some B vitamins), and the gut-brain axis. A balanced gut flora is associated with overall well-being; disruptions (due to antibiotics, unhealthy diet, stress, illness) can unbalance the ecosystem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eProbiotic supplements deliver specific strains of live bacteria in high numbers. The assumption is that these bacteria reach the gut, temporarily colonize there, and exert their beneficial effects. Important: probiotics usually do not colonize permanently — after stopping, they gradually disappear from the gut flora.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eA point of attention: the world of probiotics is strain-specific. It is not enough to see \"Lactobacillus rhamnosus\" on a label — the specific strain (such as L. rhamnosus GG) is what has been clinically studied for specific effects. Two strains within the same species can work very differently. Also check our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bone-broth\"\u003ebone broth category\u003c\/a\u003e and our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/aminozuren\"\u003eamino acids category\u003c\/a\u003e (glutamine) for the broader gut cluster.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"wetenschap\"\u003eScience, EFSA, and strain-specificity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eProbiotics are one of the most researched classes of dietary supplements — thousands of clinical studies, especially around gastrointestinal effects, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, traveler's diarrhea, and women's flora. The evidence for some strains in specific applications is quite strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eImportant: despite extensive research, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.efsa.europa.eu\/en\/topics\/topic\/health-claims\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eEFSA\u003c\/a\u003e has not yet approved any health claims for probiotics. EFSA applies strict criteria that prove difficult to meet with probiotics (specific strain, specific dosage, specific outcome). The European practice is therefore that we are legally not allowed to make literal claims about what probiotics \"do\" — only to describe which strains exist, in what numbers, and in which research lines they are studied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe do not make literal claims about the efficacy of probiotics. Probiotics are food supplements, not medicines. For serious medical conditions or medication use (especially immunosuppressants): consult a doctor or pharmacist beforehand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"cfu-stam-specificiteit-en-maagzuur-bescherming-wat-doet-er-e\"\u003eCFU, strain-specificity, and gastric acid protection — what really matters?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCFU (Colony Forming Units):\u003c\/strong\u003e The number of live bacteria per serving. Products typically provide 1-100 billion CFU. Higher is not automatically better — what matters is whether the given dose matches the strain used in clinical research.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrain-specificity:\u003c\/strong\u003e L. rhamnosus GG and L. rhamnosus GR-1 are both L. rhamnosus, but have very different applications in research. Good products specify the particular strain (often with a letter\/number code).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGastric acid protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Many bacteria die in the stomach (pH ~2). Enteric coating, gastric acid-resistant capsules, or encapsulation techniques ensure that the bacteria reach the gut alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShelf-life CFU:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CFU count on the label should be guaranteed until the expiry date, not just at the time of production. Good brands over-guarantee to compensate for loss during transport and storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRefrigeration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not all probiotics require refrigeration. Modern freeze-drying + matrix techniques make many formulas room temperature stable. Read the label.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"vormen\"\u003ePlenthera's probiotic forms\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMulti-strain daily (5-25 billion CFU)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eCombination of 4-12 strains of Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium. For general daily gut support. Our first-line for those starting without a specific goal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHigh-CFU (50-100 billion) after antibiotics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eConcentrated formulas for periods after an antibiotic course or during intensive disruption. Typically a 14-30 day course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSaccharomyces boulardii\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eYeast (not bacteria) — particularly relevant after antibiotics because antibiotics do not affect yeast. Clinically well-researched for traveler's diarrhea and post-antibiotic issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWomen-specific probiotics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eStrains such as L. rhamnosus GR-1 and L. reuteri RC-14 that have been specifically studied for women's flora.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ch3\u003eChildren's probiotics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdapted dosages and strains for children. Often in powder form for mixing into milk or food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTravel probiotics (S. boulardii or L. plantarum 299v)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor traveler's diarrhea theme. Start 5-7 days before departure and continue during travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"hoe-gebruik\"\u003eHow to use probiotics?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eSimple basic approach to probiotics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003eDetermine your goal: daily maintenance, after antibiotics, travel, women's flora, child.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003eChoose a formula with clinically researched strains that suit your goal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003eStart with the recommended daily dosage — no need to dose higher at the beginning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003eTiming: morning on an empty stomach or with a light meal. For some brands: specific advice on the label.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003eWhen using antibiotics: at least 2 hours between antibiotics and probiotics. Continue for 1-2 weeks after the antibiotic course.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003eWhen traveling: start 5-7 days before departure, continue during and after the trip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003eGive it at least 2-4 weeks for a fair assessment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003eFor serious medical conditions or immunosuppression: consult a doctor beforehand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"mythes\"\u003eMyths and misconceptions about probiotics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMyth 1: \"The more CFUs, the better the probiotic.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot automatically. The effect is strain-specific and dose-specific. 50 billion CFUs of an under-optimized strain does less than 5 billion of a clinically well-researched strain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMyth 2: \"Yogurt provides as many probiotics as a supplement.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eYogurt typically contains 10-100 million live bacteria per gram — a 200g serving provides 2-20 billion CFU. A good supplement provides 5-50 billion CFU in one capsule. Yogurt is a food, not a substitute for targeted probiotics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMyth 3: \"Probiotics permanently colonize your gut.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncorrect. Studies show that probiotics are usually temporarily present — after stopping, they gradually disappear. Therefore, long-term daily use is common if you want to maintain the effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMyth 4: \"All probiotics work for all problems.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eStrain-specificity means they are not interchangeable. L. rhamnosus GG for traveler's diarrhea does not mean it also works for women's flora — other strains have been studied for that.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"combineren\"\u003eCombining probiotics with other supplements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eProbiotics often work in conjunction with other supplements for broad gut and immune support. Commonly chosen combinations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003ePrebiotics (FOS, GOS, inulin): food for probiotics and native flora — a symbiotic combination. Often in the same formula.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/aminozuren\"\u003eAmino acids (L-glutamine)\u003c\/a\u003e: fuel for intestinal wall cells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bone-broth\"\u003eBone broth\u003c\/a\u003e: provides collagen, glycine, glutamine, and minerals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/vitamine-d\"\u003eVitamin D\u003c\/a\u003e: involved in the gut-immune axis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/zinc-zinkoxide\"\u003eZinc\u003c\/a\u003e: for immune and gut wall integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003eFibers and whole food approach: probiotics work best in a diet with sufficient fiber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"faq\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are probiotics?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eLive microorganisms that, when ingested in sufficient numbers, can have a beneficial effect. Especially Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, and Saccharomyces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many CFUs per day?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eGeneral: 1-25 billion. After antibiotics: 50-100 billion. Strain and dosage from research are more important than total CFUs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich probiotics are best?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eStrain- and goal-dependent. Multi-strain for general use, S. boulardii for antibiotics\/travel, women's strains for flora.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between probiotics and prebiotics?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eProbiotics: living bacteria. Prebiotics: dietary fibers that serve as food for native flora. Symbiotics = both combined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to take probiotics?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the morning on an empty stomach or with a light meal. With antibiotics: at least 2 hours between doses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProbiotics and antibiotics — how to combine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003e2 hours between antibiotics and probiotics. Continue for 1-2 weeks after the course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo probiotics help with gastrointestinal complaints?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eResearch indicates effects for specific conditions (antibiotic-associated diarrhea, traveler's diarrhea). EFSA claims do not exist — we do not make literal claims.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need probiotics?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor general health: not automatically. In specific situations (after antibiotics, travel, intestinal disruption): supplementation can be useful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo probiotics need to be refrigerated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot always. Modern formulas are often room temperature stable. Read the label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a good probiotic for travel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eS. boulardii or L. plantarum 299v have been clinically studied. Start 5-7 days before departure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"bronnen\"\u003eSources\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/24912386\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHill C. et al.\u003c\/a\u003e, \"The International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics consensus statement on the scope and appropriate use of the term probiotic\", Nat Rev Gastroenterol Hepatol (2014).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22570464\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHempel S. et al.\u003c\/a\u003e, \"Probiotics for the prevention and treatment of antibiotic-associated diarrhea\", JAMA (2012).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003eReid G. et al., \"Lactobacillus rhamnosus GR-1 and Lactobacillus reuteri RC-14: Use of cervicovaginal probiotic strains in women\", FEMS Immunol Med Microbiol (2003).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.efsa.europa.eu\/en\/topics\/topic\/health-claims\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eEFSA\u003c\/a\u003e — Probiotics and Prebiotics scientific opinions (no specific claims approved).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e This text is intended for informational purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Probiotics are food supplements, not medicines. In case of doubt or if taking medication, we recommend consulting a doctor or orthomolecular therapist first.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"arthur-andrew-syntol-amd-360-caps","title":"Syntol AMD® - 360 capsules","description":"\u003cp\u003eSyntol AMD® is a combination of bacterial strains (probiotics), prebiotic fibers, and enzymes in Acid Armor capsules. The formula contains 13.6 billion CFU per daily dose and is free from gluten, soy, and dairy. 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