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May, 2024
June, 2024
Learn why you should start your probiotics journey with Bio-K+
Our scientifically proven formulas are designed to support your unique health journey
Probiotics for traveler's diarrhea are one consideration for maintaining digestive health during international travel. The digestive system faces multiple stressors abroad, and Bio-K+ offers clinically studied probiotic supplements to support digestive health on the road.†
Traveler's diarrhea is the most common travel-related illness, affecting between 5% and 50% of international travelers depending on destination. It is caused primarily by consuming food or water contaminated with bacteria, most commonly enterotoxigenic E. coli. Onset typically occurs within the first two weeks of travel. Symptoms include loose or watery stools, abdominal cramps, and nausea. High-risk regions include South and Southeast Asia, sub-Saharan Africa, and parts of Latin America.
The digestive system faces multiple stressors during travel: diet changes, irregular schedules, jet lag, and exposure to unfamiliar bacteria. Probiotics are live microorganisms that, when consumed in adequate amounts, support a healthy digestive system.† Published research on probiotics when travelling and traveler's diarrhea is mixed and strain-specific. Bio-K+'s three proprietary strains have been the subject of 16 published clinical trials.
Travelers who take antibiotics face a secondary digestive concern: antibiotic-associated diarrhea (AAD). Antibiotics broadly disrupt gut microbiota, which can allow opportunistic bacteria to establish a foothold. For travelers wanting to support digestive health during an antibiotic course, a probiotic supplement may be worth discussing with a healthcare professional. Bio-K+ Extra Care probiotic supplements promote and support digestive health.†
For travelers seeking daily digestive support, Bio-K+ Extra Care Probiotic Capsules (50B CFU) and Extra Care+ Probiotic Capsules (80B CFU) promote and support digestive and immune health.† Both are shelf-stable and use targeted-release technology. For travelers managing ongoing digestive concerns, speak with a healthcare professional about the right format. All Bio-K+ live bacteria counts are guaranteed until the expiration date.
Published studies on probiotics and travel have used pre-travel start times ranging from one to five days before departure. For travelers also taking antibiotics, speak with a healthcare professional about the most appropriate probiotic and timing for your antibiotic course. Consistent daily use throughout the trip is the standard approach in clinical studies. Bio-K+ capsule formats are shelf-stable and easy to add to any travel routine.†
Bio-K+ capsule formats are shelf-stable and require no cold storage, making them practical for multi-week travel. Drinkable probiotic formats require refrigeration but tolerate up to 24 hours at moderate room temperature. Probiotic dietary supplements are permitted in carry-on and checked luggage; liquid formats must comply with standard airline size regulations. For international trips, capsule formats offer the most practical storage profile.
Bio-K+'s formula has been the subject of exactly 16 published clinical trials, part of a body of 45+ peer-reviewed publications. More than 30 years of probiotic research at Bio-K+'s Laval, Quebec facility underpins every product in this line. Bio-K+ is the #1 pharmacist-recommended probiotic brand in Canada.* Extra Care and Extra Care+ probiotic supplements promote and support digestive and immune health.†
*Based on a 2022 survey of Canadian pharmacists. †These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
The best probiotic for traveler's diarrhea depends on your specific situation. Published evidence is mixed and strain-specific. Bio-K+'s core formula has been studied in 16 published clinical trials and promotes and supports digestive health when used consistently.† For travelers also taking antibiotics, speak with a healthcare professional about adding a probiotic supplement to your antibiotic course. Consult a pharmacist for guidance specific to your destination and health status.
Some published research suggests certain probiotic strains may help support digestive health during travel; evidence is mixed and strain-specific. Bio-K+'s core formula has been studied in 16 published clinical trials and promotes and supports a healthy digestive system when used consistently.† Consult a healthcare professional for personalized guidance on using probiotics for travel.
Published studies on probiotics and travel have used pre-travel start times ranging from one to five days before departure. For travelers also taking antibiotics, speak with a healthcare professional about timing. Consistent daily use throughout the trip is the standard approach in clinical studies. Consult your pharmacist for guidance specific to your situation.†
Traveler's diarrhea is caused by consuming contaminated food or water, typically a bacterial infection. Antibiotic-associated diarrhea is a separate condition arising when antibiotics disrupt the gut's normal microbial balance. They overlap when travelers take antibiotics to treat a suspected infection during a trip. Consult a healthcare professional for guidance on managing either concern. For more information, visit the Bio-K+ FAQ.
Bio-K+ Extra Care and Extra Care+ capsule formats are shelf-stable and require no refrigeration, making them practical for travel.† Bio-K+ drinkable probiotic formats require refrigeration and can tolerate up to 24 hours at moderate room temperature but should not be exposed to prolonged heat. For multi-week trips, shelf-stable capsules offer the most practical storage profile.
†These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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