probiotics
Digestive Daily Health
Culturelle uses 100% Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG), which is the most clinically studied probiotic strain in the world. It is one of the few brands that is USP Verified, ensuring the product actually contains what it claims through the end of its shelf life.
Quality & Materials
Contains 10 billion CFUs of LGG. Includes inulin (chicory root fiber) as a prebiotic, which may cause minor bloating in some users.
Evidence & Testing
LGG has over 1,000 scientific studies and 200 clinical trials backing its efficacy for antibiotic-associated diarrhea and general digestive health.
Brand Transparency
USP verification is the gold standard for transparency in the US supplement market, involving rigorous facility audits and product testing.
Value Assessment
Extremely accessible and affordable. While it only has one strain, that strain is the 'gold standard' for general maintenance.
Why Not Alternatives?
Most 'budget' probiotics are not third-party verified for potency at expiration, only at manufacture. Culturelle’s USP certification and focus on a single, high-evidence strain make it more reliable than multi-strain blends with unproven ratios.
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