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The Verdict
The probiotic mixture Lab4 found at the dose in ProVen Probiotics for Adults (25 billion) may potentially help with gastrointestinal symptoms during endurance running and in people with IBS.
It may also support immunity as it contains the recommended daily amount of vitamin D3, vitamin C, zinc and selenium.
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Claims
Multi-strain research-backed friendly bacteria for adults
Proven to survive stomach and bile acids
Contains vitamins and minerals for digestive and immune support
The Research
A randomized controlled trial of 24 recreational runners showed that the strains found in Lab4 probiotics at a dose of 25 billion cfu may help to reduce gastrointestinal symptoms during long-distance running.
A randomised controlled trial of 52 people with IBS showed that Lab4 probiotics at a dose of 25 billion cfu may help to improve IBS symptoms and quality of life.
This product also contains the recommended daily amount of vitamin D3, vitamin C, zinc and selenium, which can support immunity.
What's in it?
Lab4 probiotics 25 billion cfu (Lactobacillus acidophilus CUL60 & CUL21, Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis CUL34, Bifidobacterium bifidum CUL20), Calcium Carbonate, Fructooligosaccharides, Vegetarian Capsule Shell (Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose), Colour (Titanium Dioxide), Ascorbic Acid, Zinc Citrate, Corn Starch, Dicalcium Phosphate, Anti-caking Agents (Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate), Corn Maltodextrin, Modified Corn Starch, Sunflower Oil, Sucrose, Antioxidants (Sodium Ascorbate, DL-Alpha Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate), Sodium Selenite, Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol).
*cost based on 2 capsules per day (totalling 25 billion cfu)