There are plenty of probiotic gummies, but most of them run on glucose syrup or gelatine. Not these. The carrier consists entirely of fruit, with 1 billion live bacteria (Bacillus subtilis) per gummy. No added sugar, no artificial sweeteners, no preservatives. From the British brand Vegums, plant-based and plastic-free packaged.
What are live cultures?
Live cultures, or probiotics, are living micro-organisms (usually bacteria) found in fermented foods such as yoghurt, kimchi, sauerkraut and kefir. In supplement form they are supplied as isolated strains in a standardised quantity, often expressed in CFU (colony-forming units). Bacillus subtilis, the strain in this product, is known for its stability at room temperature and its resistance to stomach acid, practical for an oral gummy. Within the EU there are currently no approved health claims for probiotics. That means we may not make any promises about effect. What we can say: the product provides 1 billion live bacteria per gummy in a clean, fruity carrier.
A pure fruit base
What sets this product apart is the carrier. Many gummies use glucose syrup, artificial sweeteners or gelatine. Here there is only fruit, gelling agent (citrus pectin), lemon juice and a small amount of vegetable oil as a glazing agent. No added sugars, no artificial flavourings or colourings.
Nutritional value per gummy (2.5 gram)
- Energy: 8.5 kcal / 36 kJ
- Carbohydrates: 1.85 g (of which sugars 1.7 g, exclusively from fruit)
- Fats: 0.04 g
- Protein: 0.025 g
- Fibre: 0.15 g
- Bacillus subtilis: 1 billion CFU
How do you use it?
- Children aged 3 to 12: 1 gummy per day
- Children from 12 years and adults: 2 gummies per day
You can chew the gummies calmly or let them dissolve in your mouth, preferably during or after a meal. Do not exceed the recommended daily amount. A food supplement is not a substitute for a varied diet and a healthy lifestyle.
Ingredients
59% apple juice, 25.5% apple purée, 3% blackberry purée, 3% raspberry purée, 3% strawberry purée, 3% cherry purée, gelling agent (citrus pectin), lemon juice, black carrot juice, acidity regulator (potassium citrate), natural flavouring, citrus fibres, Bacillus subtilis (1 billion CFU per gummy), glazing agent (coconut oil, rapeseed oil, carnauba wax). May contain traces of nuts.
Storage and points of attention
Store in a dry place at room temperature, out of reach of young children. Not suitable for children under 3 years. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication, consult a doctor or pharmacist before starting a new supplement.
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