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Selected cultures
Well-known species such as L. rhamnosus, L. acidophilus, L. plantarum and B. longum instead of the longest possible list.
6 billion CFU per day, gastro-resistant and no refrigeration needed.
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13 bacterial strains with inulin, gastro-resistant and can be stored without refrigeration.
60 capsules · 30-day supply
approx. €2,97 per day
€296,67 / 100g
Prices incl. VAT, plus shipping
€39 less as the MICROBIOME PROTOCOL set with SHAPE BALANCE ›Many products advertise 50 or 100 billion CFU or 30 strains or more. But a larger number says nothing about which cultures are included or whether they work well together. What matters is the composition and the individual cultures.
PROBIOTIC-13 relies on a carefully balanced selection: 13 cultures from Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium and Streptococcus. Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium are among the most frequently studied bacterial genera. Added to this are inulin from chicory and 232 mg calcium. Calcium contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes.
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Well-known species such as L. rhamnosus, L. acidophilus, L. plantarum and B. longum instead of the longest possible list.
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Seven Lactobacillus cultures, five Bifidobacterium cultures and Streptococcus thermophilus, deliberately combined in one formula.
6 bn
A clear daily amount in gastro-resistant capsules, with no need for refrigeration and stated on the label.
Three genera that are also found in yoghurt, kefir and sauerkraut. All 13 cultures are listed in full on the label, no secret “blend”.
7 cultures
5 cultures
1 culture
More strains and more billions are not automatically better. These points show what is really inside the capsule.
| Criterion | What to look for | PROBIOTIC-13 |
|---|---|---|
| Selection | Well-studied genera instead of the longest possible list | Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, Streptococcus |
| Strains | All cultures named individually, not just “bacterial blend” | 13, all on the label |
| CFU | A specific daily amount instead of a record number | 6 billion |
| Capsule | Protection on the way through the stomach | Gastro-resistant (delayed release) |
| Storage | Practical for everyday life, including when travelling | No refrigeration needed |
| Additives | Accompanying substances named individually | Inulin, dextrin, calcium |
| Tolerability | Free from common allergens | Free from lactose, soy and gluten |
| Certificates | Independently tested | Vegan, halal and kosher |
Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium and Streptococcus cultures in a multi-strain formula.
Clearly stated amount per daily serving of 2 capsules.
Calcium contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes. 232 mg corresponds to 29 % of the nutrient reference value.
60 capsules for 30 days. Vegan, halal and kosher.
| Ingredients per 2 capsules | Quantity | %NRV* |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 232.0 mg | 29 |
| Inulin (from chicory) | 100.0 mg | – |
| Dextrin (from maize) | 100.0 mg | – |
| Bacterial blend | 60 mg (6 × 10⁹ CFU) | – |
*% NRV: nutrient reference values according to Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011.
– No NRV established for this substance.
CFU = colony-forming units.
Calcium carbonate, glazing agent: hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (plant-based capsule shell), methacrylate copolymer, stabiliser: triethyl citrate (capsule shell), inulin (chicory), dextrin (maize), probiotic bacterial blend (Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Lactobacillus bulgaricus, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium infantis, Bifidobacterium longum, Streptococcus thermophilus, Lactobacillus casei, Bifidobacterium lactis, Bifidobacterium bifidum, Lactobacillus plantarum, Lactobacillus paracasei, Bifidobacterium breve, Lactobacillus salivarius).
Lactose-free, soy-free, gluten-free · Net contents 30 g · Food supplement in accordance with EU Directive 2002/46/EC
Take 2 capsules daily with a meal, swallowed whole with sufficient liquid.
30 daysone pack of 60 capsules is enough.
PROBIOTIC-13 is not about record numbers, but about balance: 13 selected cultures from the well-studied genera Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium and Streptococcus, 6 billion CFU per daily serving, inulin from chicory and calcium in gastro-resistant capsules. Calcium contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes.
Seven Lactobacillus cultures (L. rhamnosus, L. acidophilus, L. casei, L. paracasei, L. plantarum, L. salivarius, L. bulgaricus), five Bifidobacterium cultures (B. longum, B. infantis, B. lactis, B. bifidum, B. breve) and Streptococcus thermophilus.
CFU stands for colony-forming units and indicates the amount of bacteria capable of multiplying. 2 capsules of PROBIOTIC-13 contain 60 mg bacterial blend with 6 billion CFU (6 × 10⁹).
There is no fixed number. More strains are not automatically better. What matters is that well-known, well-studied species are included, that every culture and the CFU amount are stated on the label, and that the capsule protects the cultures on their way through the stomach. That is why PROBIOTIC-13 relies on 13 balanced cultures rather than the longest possible list.
No. Figures such as 50 or 100 billion CFU sound impressive, but say nothing about the selection of cultures. Just as important are the strains included, their combination, the capsule and transparent labelling. PROBIOTIC-13 contains 6 billion CFU and openly names all 13 cultures.
Products with bacterial cultures are often called probiotics in everyday language. PROBIOTIC-13 contains 13 bacterial strains, 6 billion CFU per day, inulin and calcium.
Inulin is a soluble dietary fibre, obtained here from chicory root. PROBIOTIC-13 combines 100 mg inulin with the bacterial cultures in one capsule. You can read more about dietary fibre in our guide.
PROBIOTIC-13 is a delayed-release capsule that releases its contents with a delay. The capsule shell, made from plant cellulose, is coated with methacrylate copolymer. This coating is designed to dissolve not in the acidic stomach, but only in the intestine.
No. Refrigeration is not necessary. Store the pack in a dry, cool place away from light, for example in a cupboard. This means you can also take PROBIOTIC-13 with you when travelling.
Take 2 capsules daily with a meal, swallowed whole with sufficient liquid. Whether you take them in the morning or evening matters less than taking them regularly with the same meal.
Many people take bacterial cultures after a course of antibiotics. If you would like to take PROBIOTIC-13 at the same time, leave a gap of a few hours from the antibiotic and talk to your doctor or pharmacist first.
The formula combines several features in one capsule: 13 individually named bacterial strains, 6 billion CFU per day, inulin, gastro-resistant capsules and storage without refrigeration. PROBIOTIC-13 is made in Germany. Always compare the strains, CFU per day and the ingredients list.
One pack contains 60 capsules. At 2 capsules daily, it lasts 30 days.
Calcium contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes. 2 capsules provide 232 mg calcium, which is 29 % of the nutrient reference value.
PROBIOTIC-13 is certified vegan, halal and kosher. The capsule shell is plant-based (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose). PROBIOTIC-13 is also free from lactose, soy and gluten and is made in Germany.
If you have a weakened immune system or a serious illness, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or before giving it to children, seek medical advice before use. If digestive complaints persist, please have the cause checked by a doctor.
The difference lies in the selection, the amount and the capsule technology.
13
Every bacterial strain is on the ingredients list.
6 bn
The amount of cultures is stated precisely per daily serving.
Capsule
Delayed-release capsule: the coating is part of the formulation. No refrigeration is needed.
If you are looking for bacterial cultures in capsules, you will find products with a single strain or with 30 or more. What matters, though, is not quantity but selection and balance. PROBIOTIC-13 by PROBIO relies on 13 bacterial strains from three well-studied genera: Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus plantarum, Bifidobacterium longum, Bifidobacterium lactis and further cultures, together 6 billion CFU per daily serving.
The gut bacteria are complemented by 100 mg inulin from chicory, 100 mg dextrin and 232 mg calcium. Calcium contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes. The gastro-resistant capsules need no refrigeration.
2 capsules daily, 60 capsules for 30 days, vegan, halal and kosher certified. You can read more about the gut and the microbiome in our guides.
PROBIO is also available at exclusive venues such as selected hotels and spas across Europe, in Switzerland and in Monaco.
Guide: Microbiome routine Guide: After antibiotics Guide: Dietary fibre Guide: Bloating Guide: IBS triggers
Two capsules daily: 13 bacterial strains, 6 billion CFU, inulin and calcium. Gastro-resistant and no refrigeration needed.
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