OPTIBAC
The importance of gut health
Gut health is an exciting and relatively new area of health and wellness. At Optibac, gut health has been at the forefront of our minds for the last 20 years, because we know all about the importance of taking care of your health from the inside out.
Our gut microbiome is made up of around 40 trillion bacteria which happily live within our gut. These bacteria have a range of important functions, including producing enzymes to digest our food and defence against harmful bacteria. We also know that 70% of the immune system is located in the gut.
So it’s important to keep your gut microbiome topped up with friendly bacteria, which is why we recommend taking friendly bacteria supplements on a daily basis. You’ll really be keeping your gut happy!
Optibac Every Day Extra is a daily, high quality friendly bacteria supplement specifically designed to complement your body’s natural gut bacteria. We only use strains of bacteria that have been extensively researched and backed by credible science.
The importance of intimate health
It’s not just the gut that has a microbiome. The vagina has a unique microbiome of its own, which is why we have created a specialist friendly bacteria supplement for the vagina.
At any one time the vagina is home to billions of a wide range of bacteria and microorganisms. A healthy vaginal microbiome is mainly made up of Lactobacilli bacteria, which are natural to the vaginal and urinary tracts. Lactobacilli bacteria produce lactic acid which helps to maintain the natural slightly acidic pH of the vagina.
We know that different stages of a woman’s life affect the vaginal microbiome, mainly due to hormonal changes. Puberty, pregnancy and menopause can shift the balance of bacteria in the vagina, so looking after your intimate health at these stages is important.
Specific Lactobacilli bacteria have been extensively studied in thousands of women across the world over the last 30 years.
The following three strains have been scientifically proven to reach the vagina alive:
• Lactobacillus paracasei F-19®
• Lactobacillus rhamnosus GR-1®
• Lactobacillus reuteri RC-14®
Optibac For Women has been carefully developed to include these strains, which have been most studied for the intimate flora1,2
For Women is the UK’s No. 1 friendly bacteria supplement for the vagina† and is trusted by thousands of women who take For Women daily.
