{"product_id":"smidge-sensitive-probiotic-powder-2027","title":"Smidge Sensitive Probiotic Powder (Best Before: Aug 2027)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSmidge® Sensitive Probiotic (formerly GutPro® powder)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing our pure, potent Sensitive Probiotic powder, with the same GutPro® formula you know and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgba(0, 3, 11, 0.75); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-align: start; font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis probiotic was born when folks with extremely sensitive digestive systems can't tolerate certain strains and irritating ingredients in many mainstream probiotics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium, 100% probiotic powder with \u003cstrong\u003e8 clinically-proven strains of beneficial bacteria.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd, our probiotic for sensitive stomachs is made for your comfort. We carefully calibrate the probiotic strains to ease digestion, promote regularity and minimize potential side effects.* That means omitting certain strains found in commercial brands that can cause histamine intolerance, acidosis and other reactions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou also won't find common allergens, additives or fillers. Just clean probiotics designed to work hard on your gut health, all while treating your tummy with kid gloves.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComes with a dosage spoon, which allows you to measure the amount that's right for you and your family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e20 grams (1,000 servings), 3 billion CFUs per serving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are probiotic?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProbiotics are bacteria that line your digestive tract and support your body's ability to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelp digest foods.*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduce your own vitamins (like folate, B12, thiamine, riboflavin, and vitamin K).*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssimilate nutrients.*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain a healthy immune system.*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey've been in our systems since natural birth. These bacteria (microorganisms) are collectively called our microbiome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe right blend of beneficial bacteria — in probiotic-rich foods and easy-to-assimilate supplements — is the life force inside you. And your gut flora is responsible for how you respond to almost everything you encounter on your health journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you don't have enough good bacteria, things can get out of balance, causing pathogens to thrive and upping the risk of Leaky Gut Syndrome. This can cause a variety of issues, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood intolerance and allergies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStomach and bowel problems (both upper and lower gastrointestinal disturbance) like Celiac, Crohn’s, GERD, irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNutrient deficiencies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChronic fatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcute inflammation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThyroid disorders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutoimmune conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd even skin conditions For these reasons, many supplement with probiotics to complement a bountiful, whole food diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat strains and ingredients did you leave out of the formula for people with sensitivities? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've had customers who've tried a dozen – sometimes as many as 20 – different probiotic formulas.* And after years of frustration and despair, they've told us that this formula is the one that finally worked for them. Here's why:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo histamine-producing strains (Our Sensitive Probiotic contains only histamine-neutral or histamine-degrading strains of probiotic bacteria).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo strains known to contribute to D-lactate acidosis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo streptococcus thermophilus or other strains linked to adverse reactions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo spore-forming strains of probiotics (e.g., soil bacteria).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo inulin, maltodextrin or other prebiotics that can feed pathogens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo excipients and other added ingredients, i.e., magnesium stearate, silica, titanium dioxide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo common allergens: All strains are grown on a dairy-free, soy-free, vegetarian, non-GMO culture. Does not contain milk\/casein, eggs, fish, shellfish, wheat\/gluten, peanuts, tree nuts, yeast, corn or soy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy does it cost over $100?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmidge® Sensitive Probiotic powder does not contain a prebiotic or any other fillers. Most commercial probiotics are up to 80% prebiotics. This is notable because adding prebiotics reduces the potency of a probiotic supplement and therefore, reduces the cost per bottle.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, the cost per serving of Smidge® Sensitive Probiotic powder is actually cheaper than \"premium\" probiotics containing prebiotics, as one bottle of our powder contains more CFUs (colony-forming units) than eight bottles of the average commercial powders. In addition, the probiotic strains in this pure powder formula are scientifically proven and specifically formulated to support digestion and to minimize negative reactions.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan you ship Smidge®Sensitive Probiotic powder in hot temperatures?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes! Smidge® Infant Probiotic (and all of our probiotics!) can be shipped when it's hot outside. Smidge® probiotics are freeze-dried, so they hold up well to warm temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternately, please pick up this probiotic at our pharmacy at 1265 West Broadway Vancouver BC. Please give us a call prior to your visit and we will set it aside for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Shaughnessy Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49456066003244,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/4028\/1150\/files\/smidge-sensitive-probiotic-powder-front-updated-min.jpg?v=1721771511","url":"https:\/\/www.shaughnessypharmacy.com\/products\/smidge-sensitive-probiotic-powder-2027","provider":"Shaughnessy Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}