LACTOBACILLUS PARACASEI, LACTOBACILLUS BUCHNERI, LACTOBACILLUSBREVIS, LACTOBACILLUS HILGARDII VIABLE CELL COUNT: 100B CFU/G

This specialized probiotic blend, featuring Lactobacillus paracasei, Lactobacillus buchneri, Lactobacillus brevis, and Lactobacillus hilgardii, offers a potent 100 billion CFU/g viable cell count, meticulously designed for comprehensive gut health support. Sourced from carefully selected, robust strains, these lactic acid bacteria are renowned for their inherent resilience and beneficial interactions within the complex human gastrointestinal tract. Lactobacillus species are characterized as gram-positive, non-spore-forming, facultative anaerobic or microaerophilic organisms that play a pivotal role in maintaining microbial balance and supporting digestive processes. Each strain within this blend contributes unique characteristics, including robust acid and bile tolerance, strong adherence properties to intestinal epithelial cells, and the ability to thrive in various gut environments. The advanced fermentation and freeze-drying processes involved in their production are meticulously controlled to ensure maximal viability, purity, and stability, delivering a consistent and highly efficacious ingredient for advanced supplement formulations.

The synergistic action of this Lactobacillus blend contributes significantly to a balanced gut microbiota and enhanced host immunity. L. paracasei is well-documented for its immunomodulatory effects, influencing cytokine production and strengthening the gut barrier, as evidenced by studies demonstrating reduced inflammation and improved immune response (e.g., Kimmons et al., 2019, Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology). L. buchneri contributes by producing acetic acid, which can inhibit the growth of undesirable microorganisms, while L. brevis is known for its ability to produce exopolysaccharides and bacteriocins, further supporting gut barrier integrity and microbial balance. L. hilgardii also contributes to a healthy microbial environment, often found in traditional fermented foods. Together, these strains produce short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), such as acetate and lactate, which serve as vital energy sources for colonocytes and exert systemic health benefits, including supporting metabolic health and modulating immune responses.

This highly concentrated probiotic blend (SSP004P) is an ideal ingredient for a wide range of supplement formulations, including capsules, powders, and functional food applications, where stability and high CFU count are paramount. Quality considerations for this ingredient include stringent testing for viable cell count, purity, and absence of common allergens, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Research continues to underscore the importance of multi-strain probiotics; for instance, a meta-analysis by McFarland (2015, World Journal of Gastroenterology) highlighted the superior efficacy of multi-strain formulations over single strains for various digestive conditions. The specific combination of L. paracasei, L. buchneri, L. brevis, and L. hilgardii has been selected based on their documented individual benefits and their collective ability to foster a robust and resilient gut ecosystem, offering formulators a powerful tool to develop products targeting digestive wellness, immune health, and overall vitality.