NOW® Probiotic Defense™ is a combination of friendly probiotic bacteria, including clinically validated strains, blended into a fermented whole food base. This product features 13 active bacterial strains formulated to support gastrointestinal health and immune system function. FOS (fructo-oligosaccharide) is also included in this product to assist healthy growth of Acidophilus and Bifidus organisms.

The probiotic strains in this product have been identity-verified using DNA-fingerprinting technology, and the product is suitable for lacto-vegetarians, although it may contain trace levels of dairy protein. Natural color variation may occur in this product.

PROBIOTIC BLEND: The probiotic blend in a whole food base supports healthy intestinal flora. Featuring 1 billion organisms, it promotes positive probiotic balance and supports a healthy immune system.

STRAIN VERIFIED: NOW probiotic products, including NOW® Probiotic Defense™, have the probiotic strains analyzed and their identity verified using the cutting-edge RiboPrinter microbial characterization system.

NON-GMO: This product is suitable for lacto-vegetarians and may contain trace levels of dairy protein.

GMP Quality Assured: NOW's GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) certification from the NPA (Natural Products Association) means that every aspect of the manufacturing process has been examined, including the laboratory/testing methods for stability, potency, and product formulation.

Packaged in the USA by a family-owned and operated company since 1968.

During the summer months, products may arrive warm, but Amazon stores and ships products in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations, when provided.

Product Note: Exposure to heat or sunlight may lead to melting/damage of the product. Therefore, customers are expected to be available during the product delivery.

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