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Every active here is dosed below the amount studied to work. See how each one compares in the breakdown below.
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Ingredients (9)
Cranberry fruit extract
4%Dose
18 mg
Target
500–1500 mg
Form
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Lactobacillus plantarum R-1012ND
Amount not found
Lactobacillus casei R0422ND
Amount not found
Lactobacillus helveticus R0419ND
Amount not found
Lactobacillus casei R0215ND
Amount not found
Other Ingredients (7)
MaltodextrinBinder
Spikes blood sugar faster than table sugar (glycemic index 85–105). Research links it to gut bacteria changes that may promote intestinal inflammation (Nickerson et al. 2015). Used as a cheap filler — adds nothing beneficial.
Magnesium StearateLubricant
A salt of stearic acid used as a lubricant in tablet and capsule production
Ascorbic AcidAntioxidant
Vitamin C used as an antioxidant preservative in supplements to prevent oxidation
Microcrystalline CelluloseBinder
Plant-derived cellulose used as a binder and filler in supplements
HypromelloseCapsule
Plant-derived capsule material from cellulose
Purified WaterSolvent
Water meeting USP specifications used as solvent/vehicle in gummies and liquids
Purified WaterSolvent
Water meeting USP specifications used as solvent/vehicle in gummies and liquids
How to Take It
Take it anytime
Studied as a twice-daily dose — its effect on bacterial adhesion is short-lived, so one big dose isn't equivalent.
With or without food
On the label
As a dietary supplement, take one capsule daily, preferably with a meal or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.
General guidance based on the ingredients, not a substitute for the label or your doctor.
Price Check
$13.80
Cheaper than 90% of 37 L. plantarum supplements
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Sources & Scoring
Nutrient data (RDA, UL, and safety thresholds) sourced from: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and National Academies Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI).
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare provider before making changes to your supplement routine.
The score analyzes what's on the label: ingredient doses vs. clinical ranges, chemical forms, evidence levels, and known interactions. It does not verify label accuracy or test for contaminants — for that, look for third-party certifications like USP or NSF.