Probiotic

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What it is

Probiotics are live bacterial cultures, which are tiny living organisms, that are added to supplements to support the microbiome. The microbiome is the community of trillions of bacteria and other microbes that live inside your digestive tract.

Why it's used

These supplements are used to help balance the bacteria in the gut, which can be disrupted by illness or medication. By introducing beneficial strains of bacteria, they aim to improve digestion and support the overall health of the intestinal lining.

How it compares to Gut Health

While probiotics are a specific type of supplement containing live bacteria, Gut Health is a much broader category that includes many different types of ingredients.

FeatureProbioticsGut Health Supplements
Main IngredientLive bacteria and yeastCan be bacteria, fibres, or herbs
Primary GoalAdding new beneficial microbesGeneral support of the digestive system
MechanismColonising the gut with live culturesMay feed existing bacteria or soothe the gut

How it's made

To make these supplements, specific strains of bacteria are grown in large industrial tanks filled with a nutrient-rich liquid called a broth. Once the bacteria have multiplied, they are separated from the liquid and dried using a process called freeze-drying, which removes water while keeping the bacteria alive. These dried bacteria are then put into capsules or mixed into powders.

What it typically costs

These products generally fall into a mid-range price category. This is because the manufacturing process is complex, as companies must use specialized cold-chain shipping and stable packaging to ensure the live bacteria do not die before they reach the consumer.

How Suppio ranks

Suppio matches identical products across UK retailers by barcode, then ranks by price per active dose rather than sticker price. Value rankings only ever include listings Suppio has independently verified against the live retailer page - unverified data is shown on each product’s own page but excluded from ranking.

Prices across our retailer network are refreshed at least daily.

FAQ

How does Suppio rank Probiotic products?

Suppio matches identical products across UK retailers by barcode, then ranks by price per active dose rather than sticker price. Value rankings only ever include listings Suppio has independently verified against the live retailer page - unverified data is shown on each product’s own page but excluded from ranking.

How often are Probiotic prices updated?

Prices across our retailer network are refreshed at least daily.

Related: Gut Health, Gut & Digestive Health, Capsule, General Health, Vegetarian

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