The human intestine naturally contains many diverse species of probiotics. A multispecies probiotic formulation supports colonization and bioecological transformation of the complex gastrointestinal microenvironment. Ther-Biotic is a robust, broad-spectrum, hypoallergenic blend of 12 probiotic species in a base of inulin. Designed to supply a complete component of synergistic and complementary species, each capsule provides 25 billion CFU protected by our proprietary InTactic technology for maximum viability throughout the intestinal tract.* Diversity of strains for a diversity of benefits Probiotics may interact, through quorum sensing and other mechanisms, with each other to work synergistically in supporting microdiversity and its associated health benefits. The 12 synergistic probiotic species in Ther-Biotic Complete can be expected to provide additive benefits extending far beyond the actions of the individual species.* This product combines 6 colonizing Lactobacillus species, normally the predominant microorganisms in the small intestine; 4 colonizing Bifidobacterium species, healthful organisms that vie for dominance in the colon; and 2 beneficial transient lactic acid organisms used for millennia as starter cultures for yogurt. Each probiotic species in Ther-Biotic Complete offers unique functions and, when combined, synergistic probiotic nutritional support for both the small and large intestines.* With probiotics, it's all about survival Probiotics can be killed or disrupted by gastric acid during their passage through the stomach. To help protect fragile organisms, Ther-Biotic probiotic capsules and Ther-Biotic Complete powder contain InTactic, an innovative acid-stable technology. InTactic is a highly purified alginate from seaweed, forms a gel-like matrix that surrounds and protects the probiotics from destruction by gastric acid. This allows the friendly probiotics to survive stomach acid and be delivered alive into the small intestines where they are released intact to exert their health-promoting functions.* Raw Material Quarantine and Analysis Probiotic organisms can suffer loss of viability during storage and transport. Thus, all incoming probiotic raw materials are quarantined upon arrival and tested to verify that the identity and activity on supplier certificates of analysis meet our strict product specifications. Materials that do not meet specifications are rejected. Materials that pass this certification procedure are maintained in temperature- and humidity-monitored conditions at all times to ensure maximum viability of the probiotic microorganisms. Independent Finished Product Testing To ensure that manufacturing and packaging processes do not adversely affect potency, all Klaire Labs finished probiotic products are independently tested prior to release. Probiotic enumeration and microbial integrity are evaluated on each batch to ensure quality of the final product. *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.