Optibac Every Day probiotic review
Here we will give a hands-on, tested review of Optibac Every Day probiotic. We’ll look into the benefits, ingredients, dosage and whether I would recommend this probiotic supplement.
We’ll also compare a few factors against our favourite probiotic in the UK which is YourBiology Gut+ probiotic.
You might also be interested in reading our article about the best probiotics in the UK reviewed.
What is Optibac Every Day probiotic?
Optibac Every Day probiotic is a probiotic supplement which offers six strains of probiotics which Optibac claim are ‘highly researched strains’.
It is widely available in the UK and online.
This supplement does not need to be refrigerated and it is vegan friendly as well as gluten free.
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Benefits of Optibac Every Day probiotic
The benefits of this supplement come from the probiotics it contains as well as its prebiotic fibre. For context, we’ll compare some factors against YourBiology Gut+ probiotic which is a more premium, holistic supplement.
Probiotics
Probiotics are live, beneficial microorganisms that have been proven to support health. They are a specific type of live culture.
Optibac Every Day includes 6 strains of probiotics which are:
Lactobacillus rhamnosus Rosell-11 – supports digestive health, helps prevent antibiotic-associated diarrhoea and may reduce risk of traveller’s diarrhoea
Lactobacillus acidophilus/helveticus Rosell-52 – aids lactose digestion, supports intestinal balance and contributes to general gut health
Bifidobacterium longum Rosell-175 – helps maintain gut microbial balance, supports regular bowel movements and may reduce gastrointestinal discomfort
Bifidobacterium breve Rosell-70 – contributes to healthy gut flora, may reduce bloating and supports digestion of dietary fibre
Bifidobacterium bifidum Rosell-71 – supports colon health, assists in breaking down complex carbohydrates and may help reduce intestinal inflammation
Lactococcus lactis Rosell-1058 – produces beneficial metabolites (postbiotics), supports gut microbiota balance and may help reduce gut discomfort
Six strains is on the low side for a probiotic but Optibac claims that these strains are highly researched and proven to survive stomach acidity which is important.
In terms of the actual amount of bacteria, these strains collectively provide 5 billion colony forming units per capsule.
In contrast, YourBiology Gut+ probiotic includes 10 different probiotic strains and provides around 7 billion colony forming units per capsule.
Learn more about the benefits of probiotics.
Prebiotics
Prebiotics are essentially fibres which promote the growth of probiotics in the gut.
This supplement contains one type of prebiotic fibre in the form of fructooligosaccharides (commonly known as FOS).
For comparison, YourBiology Gut+ contains two types of prebiotic fibre, which can help support the growth of a broader range of beneficial bacteria.
Dosing
The dosing guidelines are to take 1 capsule per day, ideally with breakfast.
My experience taking it
As the picture below shows, the capsules are of a medium size and are easy enough to swallow. They are best taken with food to prevent any stomach upset.
I haven’t noticed any stomach complaints after taking it.
Cost of Optibac Every Day probiotic
The recommended retail price for a 30-pack is £14. However, larger pack sizes offer better value.
Would I recommend it?
Optibac Every Day probiotic is a good value option if you are looking for well researched probiotics, even if there are only six strains of them.
However, it doesn’t offer the full range of benefits which YourBiology Gut+ does, such as vitamin D and digestive enzymes. YourBiology Gut+ also includes more strains of probiotics and more types of prebiotic fibre.
If you are looking to save money though, Optibac might be one to consider.
Review summary
Rating: 4.25 stars out of 5.
Verdict: Optibac Every Day probiotic is a good value option for a probiotic with well researched strains and prebiotic fibre.
Pros
good price
contains prebiotic fibre
probiotics should survive stomach acidity
well researched probiotic strains…
Cons
…but only six probiotic strains
no vitamin D or digestive enzymes (which some alternatives offer)
Read our article about the best probiotics in the UK reviewed.
Factors we consider in our ratings
The factors we consider when doing a review (and the weightings of each of these) may vary depending on the product we are testing, but here are the key general factors we consider when we settle on a rating for a product.
Health benefits
We find out how the product will be good for your health and outline the benefits for you in simple language. This often involves doing research so you don’t have to. We often link to scientific studies or articles summarising scientific findings so you can dig deeper if you want to.
Things detrimental to health
We want to highlight where a product might include something bad for your health - even if it might be good for you in another way. This could include such things as pointing out certain additives it contains or high sugar levels.
How it’s made
This will vary depending on the product, but we want to see a quality process for making it and quality ingredients. For example, we want to see a kombucha traditionally fermented with lots of different microbial strains and we want to see a yoghurt made with fresh milk and not milk powders.
Price
While we expect quality products to be more expensive, they still have to be priced within reason. On the other side of things, a product which is priced very competitively will get a ratings boost based on the value it provides.
Flavour
For some products flavour won’t be a factor (eg probiotic tablets), but for others, like yoghurt or kimchi, flavour is a key aspect because these products are made to be enjoyed as well as being healthy! We will try to be as subjective as possible and describe the flavour in detail so you can get an idea of whether you would like it or not.
Our favourite gut health products in the UK
YourBiology Gut+ probiotic not only offers 10 strains of probiotics, but also includes two types of prebiotics, three digestive enzymes and vitamin D for gut health support. All this means it offers a lot more benefits for gut health and general health than most probiotic supplements do
Healthpath gut health test is the UK’s most comprehensive gut health test. It tests over 100 biomarkers, checks your digestion and immune response, analyses leaky gut and provides a clear and understandable report on your microbiome
YourBiology SuperGreens+ is a superfood and greens supplement which makes it very easy to get a huge amount of nutrition - vitamins, minerals, amino acids, fibre, polyphenols and more - in one glass. Great for supporting gut health, skin health, energy, mental clarity and immunity.
Read more about the best gut health products in the UK.
Your reviewer
This hands-on review was written by Travis, the founder of this website, long-time gut-health enthusiast, science nerd and passionate kombucha maker of over 10 years!
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