THE SCIENCE BEHIND PROBIOTIC TESTING: ENSURING VIABILITY

Probiotics are live microorganisms that provide health benefits when consumed in adequate amounts. However, to ensure these benefits, it is essential that the probiotics remain alive and active until they are consumed. This is why testing the viability of probiotics is a crucial step in the production and storage of probiotic products.

There are several scientific methods used to assess probiotic survival, such as the Plate Count Method, Flow Cytometry, qPCR, and pH Tolerance Test. Each method plays an important role in verifying that probiotics can withstand storage conditions, survive the digestive process, and deliver the promised health benefits.

Factors such as storage temperature, product formulation, and interactions with food ingredients can also affect probiotic viability. Therefore, it is highly recommended to choose probiotic products that have been clinically tested and contain a sufficient number of live bacteria to maximize their health benefits.

Remember! Healthy probiotics are the key to a strong digestive system!