HMF Capsules provides two strains of Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium bifidum and Bifidobacterium lactis to specifically assist with the maintenance of normal intestinal health and, thereby, the integrity of the immune system. Studies show an overgrowth of opportunistic pathogens crowds out intestinal bacteria, deposits toxins, damages the mucosal lining, and compromises the immune system, thereby increasing susceptibility to chronic infection, fatigue and disease. Weakened body’s defenses lead to increased infections, which can be fatal in severely immuno-compromised individuals. Supplementation of Lactobacillus and Bifidobacteria will crowd out unwanted bacteria by repopulating the gastrointestinal tract.
HMF Capsules provides a low-level maintenance dose of Lactobacilli and Bifidobacteria ideal for individuals with minor health problems. HMF Capsules is indicated for indigestion, chronic colds and flus, candidiasis, hypercholesterolemia, fungal and yeast infections, and to maintain a healthy immune system. The capsules are 100% pure vegetable-sourced. Product ideal for vegans. Note: fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS) have been removed from this product.
Please note: This item is non-returnable and non-refundable whether opened or not.
Each Vegetable Capsule Contains Lactobacillus acidophilus (two strains)... 1.5 billion CFU
Bifidobacterium bifidum.... 0.25 billion CFU
Bifidobacterium lactis... 0.25 billion CFU
May contain up to 3 billion CFU
Recommended Dosage
Adults: 1-2 capsules, two times daily with meals.
Children under 12: One capsule daily with meals.
Probiotics are ideally taken with or after meals (due to weakest stomach acidity), but can be taken anytime it's most convenient for you. Can be taken at the same time as Allisyn or other garlic products, but should be taken at a different time from your antibiotics (4 hours apart or more).
Safe and highly recommended during pregnancy, lactation, and antibiotic use.
Contraindications: None known.
All HMF probiotics contain NO dairy, casein, wheat, gluten, soy, corn, nuts or other common allergens. And are manufactured in a nut free facility.
Before you order any HMF Probiotics, read this important information on shipping, storage, research, & safety HERE
Click HERE: To read important info on shipping, storage, and research trials on HMF probiotics.
Click HERE: To read FAQs on HMF Probiotics from our clients.
HMF Probiotics Shipping & Heat Sensitivity Info (06/01/08)
You must select 2nd Day Air or Overnight during the summer months or if you live in a hot state (any month). If not, your probiotics or suppositories may arrive 5-7 days later and may be warm or hot to the touch. We cannot replace or refund warm/hot packages. During the summer (June-Sep), we automatically do not ship out probiotics or other heat sensitive orders until the following Monday for any orders placed after 12 pmTuesday. We will only ship orders placed on Wednesday or Thursdays if 2nd day or Overnight shipping is requested AND the package can be delivered in the same week. We do not ship heat sensitive orders on Fridays at all, any time of the year. (unless you request otherwise in "Order Comments" and providing that you do not mind that your package will be held in the shippers non-airconditioned warehouse during the weekend). We want to minimize the amount of time your probiotics are in transit. Yet, rest assured that the manufacturer has increased stability with new freeze drying technology (Oct 2004) allowing the probiotics to last over 6 months at room temperature holding their GUARANTEED minimum potency on label.
In addition,at 90-100 degrees Fahrenheit it can be stored 3-4 weeks and still be within label claim. This means if the probiotics arrive very warm or hot to the touch due to delivery truck being hot, your product is still perfectly viable and will meet potency claims on label according to various tests done by manufacturer. Please do not be concerned about heat for the short 2-4 day transit. We have been using these probiotics for years after extensive delays in shipping during summer months, and they are still VERY viable and work incredibly well.
Are HMF products shipped with an ice pack? Will they spoil? Yes, we will automatically include a gel ice pack with your HMF probiotics during the summer months.Yet, this is ONLY FOR YOUR PEACE OF MIND. Gel pack may be hot upon arrival since it absorbs heat - this is normal.We cannot replace or refund warm/hot packages.
Genestra's extensive product shelf life testing shows that after 2 weeks of travel via UPS cross country and back to the testing facility with no ice pack, the potency was still above 100% of label claims.
Will my HMF probiotics be spoiled if they arrive with no ice pack and it's hot outside? NO. The manufacturer has invested in a special technology in order to allow the product to withstand higher temperatures and not require ice pack during shipping. Thus, ice during transport isoptional andnot necessarydue to their new freeze drying technology and the addition of 50% more probiotic at time of manufacturing than what the label claims. Yet, if temperatures are hot in your area in the summer months, you may want to request and ice pack during checkout for your own peace of mind. Despite the scientific proof that these probiotics hold up quite well even with hot summer shipping, we have found that our clients still don't feel comfortable unless an ice pack is included so we offer you the option to add one.
The manufacturer has increased stability allowing the probiotics to last over 6 months at room temperature holding their GUARANTEED minimum potency on label!
You will receive your HMF probiotic very fresh and it has not been sitting around on our shelves. Your product will most likely contain 10-50% more than what the label states when you receive it. In addition, it has an infinite shelf life if stored the freezer (or 2 years if kept in the refrigerator).
Refrigeration is optional if you use the product within 6 months
Can endure 3-4 weeks of VERY hot climate during shipping & transit, yet we recommend you have the product shipped via 2nd Day Air if you live in a hot state for your peace of mind.
Virtually indefinite shelf life if kept frozen
Full 2 year shelf life if kept refrigerated
100% potency (label claims) even after 6 months kept at room temperature!
Genestra's extensive product shelf life testing which shows that after 2 weeks of travel via UPS cross country and back to the testing facility, the potency was still at 100% of label claims. The manufacturer states that it is optional andnot necessary to ship with an ice pack due to their new freeze drying technology and the addition of 50% more probiotic at time of manufacturing than what the label claims. Yet, if temperatures are hot in your are in the summer months, you may want to request and ice pack during checkout for your own peace of mind.
Genestra has added in 50% more probiotic than what the label guarantees per bottle. For example, HMF Synbiotic Intensive is guaranteed to have 130 billion L. acidophilus and bifidus per serving, but there are 170 billion present at time of manufacturing and it is kept frozen until shipping.
The manufacturer has increased stability allowing the probiotics to last over 6 months at room temperature holding their GUARANTEED minimum potency on label!
You will receive your HMF probiotic in about 3-5 days. This product is very fresh and has not been sitting around on our shelves. And, your product will most likely contain 10-50% more than what the label states if you choose to store it in the refrigerator or freezer.
How do I travel with and store my HMF probiotics? We highly recommend you take your probiotics with you on all trips and vacations since their potency will last for up to 6 months at room temperature un-refrigerated. But, when possible and if convenient, we recommend you store your probiotics in the freezer or refrigerator, especially if you plan to preserve freshness of your product for months or years.
What is the survival of HMF probiotics through the stomach? With over 90% survival in the full stomach (when taken right after a meal) and over 50% survival in the harshest environment of the empty stomach, the HMF organisms proved particularly robust and well adapted to the human stomach. This was in contrast to other probiotic organisms, which showed great sensitivity to gastric conditions and poor adaptation to the human host. This study also demonstrated that probiotics should be taken in association with a meal to ensure maximum survival.
The pH of the empty stomach is between 1.5 and1.9 whereas, due to the buffering capacity of food, the pH is raised to between 3.8 and 4.3 in the full stomach. The aggressive nature of the stomach acts as an excellent barrier to invasion by potentially pathogenic microbes. So, for probiotics to be effective, they must survive in high numbers under the same environmental stresses as would severely inhibit or eradicate other bacteria. The HMF organisms were compared with other probiotic strains for their ability to survive passage.
Average Rating
Customer Reviews
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5/13/2008
Reviewed by Shelley from Chinook, MT.
Having the option of taking this great probiotic in capsule form is great. I do not care for powders and this is a great option with the same great benefit.
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