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Probiotics — South Africa

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About this range and common questions

Multi-strain probiotics, S. boulardii, and prebiotic blends — consultant-vetted, cold-chain shipped. The strain matters more than the CFU count. Free delivery over R400. Pickup options are shown at checkout.

What our consultants would suggest

Probiotics are not interchangeable. The strain matters more than the CFU count on the front of the box. Our consultants would point most people at a multi-strain probiotic with at least 10–20 billion CFU taken consistently for 8–12 weeks.

For post-antibiotic recovery: Saccharomyces boulardii. For everyday gut and immunity: a multi-strain Lactobacillus + Bifidobacterium blend. For IBS/SIBO patterns, speak to your doctor first — then ask us about the strains researched for gut comfort.

Take it at night, away from hot drinks, keep it sealed and cool.

Common questions

What probiotic should I take for IBS?

For IBS, the research supports specific strains — not all probiotics help, and some can make things worse. A diagnosed IBS conversation belongs with your doctor first. Once you've had it, WhatsApp our consultants and we'll point you to the options in our range researched for gut comfort.

Do I need to refrigerate my probiotic?

Some strains require refrigeration — always check the label. Shelf-stable formulations are designed to survive ambient temperature, but heat (in a car, on the windowsill) will still kill them. Keep it cool and sealed.

How long should I take a probiotic?

Most people need a minimum of 8–12 weeks of daily dosing before they judge the outcome. Stopping at 2 weeks is too early. After 12 weeks, you can usually drop to a maintenance dose or rotate strains.

How many CFU do I actually need?

For general health: 10–20 billion CFU. For post-antibiotic recovery or chronic gut issues: 50 billion+. More isn't always better — strain quality and survival to the gut matter more than the headline CFU count.

From the counter

Good bacteria, chosen well

Probiotics are the most-asked-about shelf in the store, and the most confusing to buy blind: strains, CFU counts, fridge or cupboard, spore or traditional. We stock the ones that survive scrutiny — spore-based formulas like Florish that handle stomach acid without refrigeration, multi-strain classics, and kids' formats that don't taste like punishment.

The two-minute buying guide

Match the probiotic to the job: everyday maintenance reads differently from after-antibiotics rebuilding, and a travel probiotic must be shelf-stable by definition. CFU counts only matter if the strains arrive alive — which is why we favour spore formats for South African summers. Probiotics support normal gut flora; persistent digestive trouble belongs with a doctor first. Our consultants will match you to one bottle, free, on WhatsApp — prices include VAT, delivery free over R400.

Not sure where to start? Ask a consultant on WhatsApp — free, in trading hours — or walk the Aisle.