GutPro® contains only the highest-quality probiotic bacteria. All strains have been thoroughly researched, documented and banked in recognized microbial culture collections. Further, all strains are non-GMO and American Type Culture Collection certified.
Below is a list of ingredients in GutPro®, and information on why we’ve included them:
L. gasseri: Lactobacillus gasseri is a strain of the genus Lactobacillus, a family of bacteria naturally found human digestive and urinary tracts. L. gasseri is thought to suppress harmful bacteria, in turn, aiding digestion. Preliminary research indicates that L. gasseri may inhibit inflammation signaling at the genetic level.*
L. salivarius: Lactobacillus salivarius is one of the most prevalent probiotic species in human saliva. It produces organic acids, such as lactic acid and acetic acid from carbohydrates, which can inhibit the growth of surrounding microorganisms, and produce hydrogen peroxide and other antimicrobial substances. L. salivarius seems to help keep the microbial population in your mouth healthy.* In addition, several clinical trials on both adults and children indicate that L. salivarius seems to help regulate the immune system and, as a result, support healthy skin.*
B. bifidum: Bifidobacteria are a group of good bacteria that normally live in the human intestines and stomach. They help the body perform essential functions like digestion and the maintenance of beneficial bacteria. A randomized placebo-controlled study showed that B. bifidum can help with stress-related diarrhea.* And a clinical study showed that B. bifidum helped academically stressed college students make it through the winter semester with much fewer absences due to cold and flu than the students who didn't take the probiotic.* Additionally, clinical research suggests that B. bifidum can help maintain comfortable joint movement by helping the body manage inflammation.*
B. breve: Bifidobacterium breve is one of the most helpful probiotic bacteria in the human body due to its unique in its ability to compete with harmful bacteria by digesting a large variety of molecules. It also comprises the majority of bacteria in the colons of breastfed babies. In a few clinical trials involving pre-term babies, B. breve has been shown to work especially well in establishing a healthy colony of bacteria in the gut.*
B. infantis: Bifidobacterium infantis is a type of beneficial lactic acid bacteria naturally found in the human mouth and gastrointestinal tract; and it helps maintain a healthy digestive tract. Regarding potential antidepressant properties, research suggests B. infantis regulates the production of tryptophan, which is the precursor for serotonin (serotonin is the neurotransmitter associated with a sense of satisfaction and happiness).*
B. Longum: Bifidobacterium longum is a species of microscopic, non-pathogenic bacteria found naturally in the gastrointestinal tracts of humans. It produces lactic acid from the fermentation of sugar in the gut and is one of the first bacteria to colonize our bodies at birth. B. longum has been associated with helping to digest milk and other challenging foods.*
B. lactis: Bifidobacterium lactis is an effective transient probiotic bacteria that inhabits the human intestines and the colon in great numbers. Generally, its function is to break down body waste and aid in the absorption of various vitamins and minerals. B. lactis shows exciting promise in lab research to interfere with the body's reaction to certain toxins from wheat.*
L. plantarum: Lactobacillus plantarum is a plant-based, beneficial probiotic strain that’s naturally found in fermented foods like sauerkraut. No less than four clinical trials have shown that L. plantarum helps support comfortable digestion, helping to minimize gas, bloating, and abdominal pain.* And L. plantarum seems to help regulate the immune response, reducing inflammation in the body.* Moreover preliminary studies indicate that L. plantarum may help strengthen memory, concentration and mood.*