Smidge® Optimal Probiotic – 13-strain probiotics, 60 capsules
Smidge® Optimal Probiotic is a pure and balanced probiotic food supplement with 13 carefully selected bacterial strains. The product has been developed to support intestinal flora, digestion and general well-being as part of a varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. The formula is made in small batches and is free of prebiotics, common allergens and unnecessary additives, which makes it particularly interesting for those who want a clean and simple probiotic formula.

Product information
• 60 capsules per box
• 30 portions per box
• 2 capsules per serving
• 20 billion CFU per serving
• 13 probiotic strains
• Non-GMO
• Gluten-free
• Dairy-free
• Without prebiotics
• Without common allergens
• Vegetable capsules
• Made in small batches

What makes this product special?
Smidge® Optimal Probiotic is formulated as a broad and gentle probiotic for different ages and life phases. The product is made without prebiotics, fillers and many of the ingredients that are often used in more common probiotic products. This can be an advantage for people who want a simpler formulation or who prefer to start with probiotics without additional fermentable fibres.

The manufacturer describes the product as applicable for:
• Women and men
• Youth and adults
• Pregnant and breastfeeding
• Healthy children from 6 to 12 years

13 balanced bacterial strains

Smidge® Optimal Probiotic contains the following bacterial strains:
• Lactobacillus rhamnosus
• Lactobacillus casei
• Lactobacillus acidophilus
• Lactobacillus paracasei
• Lactobacillus brevis
• Lactobacillus gasseri
• Lactobacillus salivarius
• Bifidobacterium bifidum
• Bifidobacterium breve
• Bifidobacterium infantis
• Bifidobacterium longum
• Bifidobacterium lactis
• Lactobacillus plantarum

This is a combination of 12 human strains and 1 plant strain.

Benefits and health effects
The product has been developed to support a healthy and balanced intestinal flora, which can be important for digestion, nutrient absorption and general well-being. Probiotic bacteria are natural microorganisms found in the gut and form part of the body's microbial ecosystem.

Possible uses and benefits, based on the manufacturer's information and general knowledge of probiotics:

• Support for normal intestinal flora
• Support for digestion
• Contribution to microbial balance in the stomach and intestines
• Comfortable digestion in everyday life
• Support for general well-being
• Can be an appropriate supplement if broad probiotic support is desired

The manufacturer also mentions that the selected bacterial strains are part of a balanced mixture that has been developed to work in synergy and support the body's internal microbial environment in a gentle way.

Raw materials and quality
Smidge states that the bacterial strains have been selected with great emphasis on quality, purity and biological relevance. According to the manufacturer, the strains have been verified through genomic analysis and grown in controlled environments. They are freeze-dried to preserve viability and tested for stability, safety and purity in each batch.

The manufacturer further states that the bacteria are grown with non-GMO, plant-based sugars as growth nutrients, and that a proprietary vegetable mixture without common allergen sources is used. The goal is to deliver as clean and stable a product as possible.

Ingredients
Active ingredients:
• Bifidobacterium infantis
• Lactobacillus rhamnosus
• Bifidobacterium longum
• Lactobacillus casei
• Lactobacillus acidophilus
• Bifidobacterium bifidum
• Lactobacillus plantarum
• Bifidobacterium breve
• Bifidobacterium lactis
• Lactobacillus salivarius
• Lactobacillus brevis
• Lactobacillus gasseri
• Lactobacillus paracasei

Other ingredients:
• Microcrystalline cellulose
• Vegetable capsule

Use / dosage
Recommended use according to the manufacturer is 2 capsules daily. The capsules are taken with a meal or just before a meal, preferably around the same time each day. The manufacturer states that probiotics often work best when taken with food, especially if the meal contains some natural fat or oil.

For people who are sensitive or who have not used probiotics before, it may be appropriate to start cautiously and then consider escalation in consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.

Storage
The product should be kept cool for the best possible quality and stability. The manufacturer states that the product can withstand short-term storage at room temperature during travel or transport, but cool storage is recommended on a daily basis.

Who is the product suitable for?
Smidge® Optimal Probiotic may be appropriate for people who want a probiotic supplement with several bacterial strains and a pure formulation without prebiotics. The product can be suitable for:

• Adults who want support for intestinal flora and digestion
• People who prefer probiotics without common allergens
• Those who want a wide range of probiotics in capsules
• Families who want a product for several life stages

Reservation
• Food supplements should not replace a varied diet and a healthy lifestyle
• The recommended daily dose should not be exceeded
• Keep out of the reach of children
• Pregnant women, breastfeeding women, children and people under medical follow-up should consult a qualified healthcare professional before use
• People with sensitive digestion may benefit from starting with a lower intake

Disclaimer
This is a dietary supplement and not a medicine. The product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Effect and tolerance may vary from person to person.