What information should product manufacturers provide for their probiotic products?
The following information should be available on the product label or accompanying website: • Identification of the genus, species and strain of each probiotic present in the product • Assurance that the product contains the level of each probiotic strain in the product through the end of shelf life • Indication of the health benefit(s) associated with the product, including citations for published human studies have been conducted on the product or the specific strains in the product • Contact information for the company • Product information website • Proper storage conditions • Recommended usage based on the level shown to be effective in the published studies Back to FAQ
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