There are so many probiotics out there, but a big poblem is that if you are lactose intolerant, many of them contain dairy. What are some good probiotics that do not contain dairy?

1. DAIRY FREE PROBIOTIC
By Probiotics Expert: Dr. Raga

2. What is dairy free probiotic?
 The term “Probiotics” comes from the
words pro (for) and biota (life).
 This refers to the live microorganisms
such as bacteria which are known to be
beneficial to its host.
 Probiotics are known to be very
beneficial in the functioning of the
digestive and immune system.
 Not everyone is able to tolerate
probiotics containing dairy. For those
who have this situation, the alternative is
dairy free probiotics.
 Dairy-free probiotics do not contain
ingredients such as casein and lactose.

3. Why are probiotics essential?
 The good bacteria (probiotics) can play an
integral role in surviving everyday life.These
bacteria interact with the body’s immune
system.
 In a theory called “Hygiene Hypothesis”, it was
discovered that an overly sanitary environment
or lack of exposure to microbiota may play a part
in the development of autoimmune diseases. So,
the beneficial bacteria aids in helping the
immune system to recognize harmful bacteria
(pathogens). Actually, the beneficial effects of
probiotics go beyond the strengthening of
immune system.

4. Other roles of probiotics in
the body
 Aids in the absorption of nutrients in the body
 Breaks down several potentially harmful
components such as oxalic acid
 Helps in the production of natural vitamins
 Beneficial in health of vital systems of the
body such as the digestive, immune,
reproductive, cardiovascular
 Have been said to contribute in the body’s
defence against cancer cells

5. Probiotics and Fermentation
 Fermentation refers to the ancient
process wherein the beneficial
bacteria (Lactobacillus) prevents
the bad bacteria from spoiling
foods.
 In this process, the beneficial
bacteria increases the amount of
vitamin B, C, & K in the
food, enhance the food’s enzyme
content, and promote nutrient
release in the food that would have
not been available biologically.
 Some fermented foods are dairy
products, fruits, vegetables, and
many more.

6. Dairy free probiotics
1. Kombucha
 A fermented tea which is commonly
consumed in Russia and China
 Prepared from kombucha
mushroom, mother or scoby. It looks
like a beige solid gelatin .This is derived
from strands of viscous strings which
appear at the bottom of the scoby.
 Rich in vitamin B12, probiotics, and
glucaric acid. According to
research, Glucaric acid functions as a
detoxifying agent which can aid in the
prevention of cancer.

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2. Sauerkraut
 One of the favorite fermented cabbage
dish in Northern Europe
 Contains lots of vitamins B and C
 When cabbage undergoes
fermentation, a substance called
isothiocyanate is formed.This is
believed to have an anti-cancer effect.
 Other forms of fermented cabbage are
kimchi from Korea and cortido from
Latin America.

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3. Miso
 Derived from soybeans that are combined
together with rice or barley.
 A Japanese condiment which is commonly
used in soups or as a seasoning for
meats, vegetable, and fish
 Fermented by aspergillus oryzae which is a
mold that enables the transformation of
soybeans into tamari or shoyu.
 Known to be a very nourishing food
because it contains vitamin K, vitamin
B6, Manganese, phosphorus, and zinc.
Zinc is an important mineral for immune
system function.

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4. Kefir
 Water kefir (also known as Japanese water
crystals or tibicos) has a gelatinous and crystal
like appearance. The grains of water kefir are
formed as a symbiotic culture of yeasts and
bacteria which includes lactobacillus hilgardii.
 Coconut kefir is a known probiotic that comes
in the form of a beverage. It is formulated
from a starter culture and young coconut
water.The combination of coconut and
probiotics have great benefits to the body.
Coconut is rich in potassium and calcium.The
introduction of beneficial bacteria enables the
production of lactic and acetic acid.This
lowers the overall sugar content of the
beverage.

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5. Non-dairy yogurt
 Though most yogurt products contain
dairy ingredients, there are other forms of
yogurt which use coconut milk and soy
milk instead.
 This type of yogurt is made in the same
process as the dairy ones. Actually, dairy
and non-dairy yogurts both undergo the
process of pasteurization.This process is a
problem because it kills off the bacteria
available in the product.
 However, most manufacturers add more
live probiotics to solve this problem.

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6. Dairy free probiotic supplements
 May come in powder, capsule, tablet
or liquid forms
 The most common is the capsule
form.With capsules, the multiple
probiotic strains can be easily taken to
an empty stomach with a glass of
water.
 On the other hand, powdered
probiotics usually contain a single
strain and are absorbed more readily
by the body. Likewise, liquid probiotics
can be absorbed easily though they
can lose their potency quickly.

12. My Favorite Probiotic
7. Probacto
 In terms of commercial probiotics
my favorite is called Probacto. It is
free from soy, gluten and dairy
allergies.
 It contains 8 different strands of
bacteria as well as a yeast cleanse
and a prebiotic.
 It is a guaranteed 13.6 billion CfU’s
per serving until the expiration
date. Most companies guarantee it
at the manufactured date.

13. Conclusion
 Probiotic foods which are dairy free are huge
benefit for people who cannot take the usual form
of probiotics.These are the people who are
intolerant to casein and lactose containing foods.
Though the use of dairy free probiotic foods is very
appealing. It must be remembered that the
probiotics contained in these foods are very fragile.
This means that the beneficial bacteria may be
killed off in just a matter of days due to factors such
as heat. So, in order to ensure that the optimal
number of probiotics is obtained, the food product
must be consumed immediately after its purchase.