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WHAT IS BIOGAIA?

WHAT IS L. reuteri PROTECTIS?

HOW DOES BIOGAIA WORK?

WHAT IS GUT FLORA?

WHY IS BALANCED GUT FLORA IMPORTANT?

CAN I GIVE MY CHILD BIOGAIA EVERYDAY?

CAN EVERYONE TAKE BIOGAIA?

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE DOSAGE FORMS?

CAN I TAKE BIOGAIA IF I AM PREGNANT/NURSING/TRYING TO BECOME PREGNANT?

WHAT IS A PROBIOTIC?

HOW IS BIOGAIA DIFFERENT FROM OTHER PROBIOTICS?

IS BIOGAIA A DRUG?

DOES BIOGAIA CONTAIN SUGAR?

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME OF DAY TO TAKE BIOGAIA?

DOES BIOGAIA NEED TO BE TAKEN WITH FOOD?

CAN I USE BIOGAIA WITH ORAL
ELECTROLYTE SOLUTION?

WHAT IS BIOGAIA?
BioGaia is a brand of probiotic supplements designed for people of all ages. BioGaia contains L. reuteri Protectis, a natural lactobacilli that has been tested in numerous clinical trials.* [1-39]
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WHAT IS L. reuteri PROTECTIS?
BioGaia's L. reuteri Protectis is a clinically proven, patented probiotic strain.* With its exceptional safety record and documented health benefits in several areas, it is a truly superior probiotic.* [1-39] Recommended by doctors around the globe, over 1.5 billion doses have been delivered to people of all ages.
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HOW DOES BIOGAIA WORK?
Every parent knows what it is like when a child has stomach problems. There is a constant battle going on in the gut between good and bad bacteria. Common stomach problems are often a sign that the bad ones have the upper hand. The good bacteria, which are natural to the body, need reinforcements. BioGaia has been clinically shown to restore a natural balance in the gut and calm digestive distress.* [1-3,5-14,17-21,25-29,31,37,38,40-42]
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WHAT IS GUT FLORA?
The body contains huge numbers of bacteria naturally. As a matter of fact, the number of bacteria in the gut is ten times the total number of cells in the entire human body. [43] While that sounds scary, it’s really not. These bacteria are part of a complex ecosystem in the gut called intestinal flora or gut flora. [44] The gut flora performs a number of useful functions in the body and is important for good health. [45]
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WHY IS BALANCED GUT FLORA IMPORTANT?
Whether we enjoy good gut health or are susceptible to common digestive distress depends upon which bacteria are more dominant in our body – the good or bad. When we are in good health, the population of bacteria that lives in our gut is said to be balanced – the good bacteria outnumber the bad bacteria. We feel good, digestion and absorption are functioning properly to give us the nutrients we need to thrive. A proper balance of bacteria in our gut is an important part of good health.
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CAN I GIVE MY CHILD BIOGAIA EVERYDAY?
Yes. Children’s tummies get bombarded daily by allergens and pathogens mostly through their food and drink . This constant exposure can upset the natural balance of your child’s gut flora. BioGaia helps the good guys restore a natural balance to promote nutritional uptake, protect the gut and strengthen immunity.* [1,3,6,7,14,18-21,25-29,37,40-42]
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CAN EVERYONE TAKE BIOGAIA?
Yes, BioGaia can be taken by people of all ages. Safety studies with BioGaia's L. reuteri Protectis have been conducted in healthy newborns, small children, adults and immuno-deficient adults over the past decade. [15-18,35,36,46] In all of these studies no side effects were experienced, even when given doses exceeding the levels normally administered.
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WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE DOSAGE FORMS?
BioGaia is available in three easy-to-use, innovative dosage forms designed for people of all ages.
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BioGaia age chart

CAN I TAKE BIOGAIA IF I AM PREGNANT/NURSING/TRYING TO BECOME PREGNANT?
Probiotics have been taken during pregnancy, while breast feeding, and while attempting to become pregnant. Always consult a physician before taking any supplement or drug. [1,40,42]
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WHAT IS A PROBIOTIC?
Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that, when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit. [47] Probiotics contain live cultures similar to those found in some yogurts and fermented milks. The word probiotic means "for life." Probiotics are supplements just like vitamins and minerals.
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HOW IS BIOGAIA DIFFERENT FROM OTHER PROBIOTICS?
It is important to understand that probiotic supplements contain different strains of bacteria. Experts believe that these different strains have different health benefits. Therefore, it is important to choose your probiotic supplement carefully. Look for products that have been tested for safety and clinically shown to promote good health, like BioGaia.* [1-39]
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IS BIOGAIA A DRUG?
No. BioGaia is 100% natural.
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DOES BIOGAIA CONTAIN SUGAR?
No. BioGaia does not contain sugar or preservatives.
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WHEN IS THE BEST TIME OF DAY TO TAKE BIOGAIA?
BioGaia can be taken anytime of the day.

DOES BIOGAIA NEED TO BE TAKEN WITH FOOD?
No. BioGaia can be taken with or without food.
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CAN I USE BIOGAIA WITH ORAL ELECTROLYTE SOLUTION?
Yes. Oral electrolyte solutions are designed to be given to infants and children to prevent dehydration due to diarrhea or vomiting. Consult with your child’s doctor before using BioGaia or oral electrolyte solutions.
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