Probiotic Strains
Comprehensive guides to probiotic strains, their mechanisms of action, and the research supporting their benefits.
Lactobacillus
9The most common probiotic genus, found in yogurt and fermented foods
Lactobacillus acidophilus
Lactobacillus acidophilus
A foundational probiotic strain essential for lactose digestion, vaginal health maintenance, cholesterol management, and immune system support.
Lactobacillus casei
Lacticaseibacillus casei
A versatile probiotic strain known for supporting digestive comfort, enhancing immune function, and providing anti-inflammatory benefits throughout the gut.
Lactobacillus fermentum
Limosilactobacillus fermentum
A resilient probiotic strain with potent antioxidant properties, strong immune-supporting effects, and documented cholesterol-lowering benefits.
Lactobacillus gasseri
Lactobacillus gasseri
A specialized probiotic strain gaining attention for its unique role in weight management, belly fat reduction, vaginal health maintenance, and metabolic support.
Lactobacillus helveticus
Lactobacillus helveticus
A psychobiotic strain with notable benefits for anxiety reduction, sleep quality improvement, blood pressure management, and enhanced calcium absorption.
Lactobacillus plantarum
Lactiplantibacillus plantarum
A versatile and hardy probiotic strain renowned for reducing bloating, supporting gut barrier integrity, and providing anti-inflammatory benefits throughout the digestive system.
Lactobacillus reuteri
Limosilactobacillus reuteri
A remarkable probiotic strain with unique benefits for oral health, bone density, cholesterol management, and anti-inflammatory effects throughout the body.
Lactobacillus rhamnosus
Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus
One of the most extensively researched probiotic strains worldwide, renowned for exceptional immune support, diarrhea prevention, allergy reduction, and superior gut colonization abilities.
Lactobacillus salivarius
Ligilactobacillus salivarius
A naturally occurring human probiotic with notable benefits for oral health, gut barrier integrity, and relief of IBS symptoms.
Bifidobacterium
6Essential for gut health, dominant in the infant microbiome
Bifidobacterium adolescentis
Bifidobacterium adolescentis
A key adult gut bacterium that excels at fermenting dietary fiber, supporting metabolic health, blood sugar regulation, and maintaining gut microbiome diversity throughout aging.
Bifidobacterium bifidum
Bifidobacterium bifidum
One of the original probiotic species discovered, B. bifidum supports immune defenses against colds and flu, strengthens the gut barrier, aids digestion, and promotes clear skin health.
Bifidobacterium breve
Bifidobacterium breve
A beneficial probiotic strain naturally abundant in infants that supports immune development, promotes skin health, helps prevent allergies, and may assist with healthy weight management.
Bifidobacterium infantis
Bifidobacterium longum subsp. infantis
A specialized probiotic strain naturally predominant in breastfed infants that provides powerful relief for IBS symptoms, supports infant gut development, and offers potent anti-inflammatory benefits for gut healing.
Bifidobacterium lactis
Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis
A highly researched probiotic strain that promotes digestive regularity, reduces bloating, and supports immune function with excellent survival through the digestive tract.
Bifidobacterium longum
Bifidobacterium longum
A versatile probiotic strain that supports gut barrier integrity, reduces anxiety and stress, provides anti-inflammatory benefits, and modulates immune responses throughout life.
Specialty Strains
8Unique probiotics including beneficial yeasts and spore-formers
Akkermansia muciniphila
Akkermansia muciniphila
A next-generation probiotic that specializes in maintaining gut lining integrity and shows remarkable promise for metabolic health, weight management, and healthy aging
Bacillus coagulans
Bacillus coagulans
A highly stable spore-forming probiotic bacterium that survives stomach acid and provides robust support for IBS, digestive health, and athletic recovery
Bacillus subtilis
Bacillus subtilis
A resilient spore-forming soil bacterium with powerful antimicrobial properties that supports immune function and helps restore gut balance after disruption
Enterococcus faecium
Enterococcus faecium
A hardy intestinal bacterium used in specific probiotic formulations for diarrhea prevention and maintaining gut balance during travel and antibiotic use
Lactococcus lactis
Lactococcus lactis
A foundational dairy-fermenting bacterium used in cheese production that offers immune modulation, nutrient delivery, and emerging biotechnology applications
Saccharomyces boulardii
Saccharomyces boulardii
A beneficial probiotic yeast that provides powerful protection against diarrhea and helps restore gut balance during antibiotic treatment
Streptococcus salivarius
Streptococcus salivarius
A specialized oral probiotic that colonizes the mouth and throat to combat bad breath, support ear and throat health, and maintain oral microbiome balance
Streptococcus thermophilus
Streptococcus thermophilus
A beneficial bacterium essential for yogurt production that enhances lactose digestion and supports overall gut and immune health