Class: Probiotic
Format: Multiple formats
L. acidophilus, LA-5™

Lactobacillus acidophilus, LA-5™ (shortened to LA-5™), has been used in food and dietary supplements since 1979. It’s been described in more than 150 scientific publications, with more than 80 of them based on data from human studies. Proven effective both alone and in combination with other strains, LA-5™ is a proven probiotic that demonstrates significant health benefits.
The World Gastroenterology Organization’s global guidelines for probiotics and prebiotics includes LA-5™1.
Product features, details and benefits
- Well-known probiotic used since 1979.
- Helps balance and maintain healthy vaginal yeast levels.
- Studies support benefits in digestive health.
The L. acidophilus, LA-5™ (DSM 13241) strain was isolated from Chr. Hansen’s collection of dairy cultures. It’s been used in food and supplements since 1979.
LA-5™ is acid and bile tolerant.
It’s produced in a certified GMP Facility, FSSC22000 certified incl. ISO22000.
The LA-5™ logo can be used on packaging subject to agreement. LA-5™is a trademark of Chr. Hansen A/S, part of Novonesis Group.
This product contains microbials. While microbial products are safe to use in consumer applications, they must be handled correctly in production environments to ensure that workers do not inhale organic dust and bioaerosols.
Please follow the precautionary handling recommendations below:
• Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
• Avoid contact with eyes, skin, or clothing
• In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection
• IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing
• Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container
• Dispose of contents/containers in accordance with local regulations
More information about safe-handling of microbial products is available on request.
For recommendations on how to safely handle the microbial product, please visit the guide.
Health Benefits
The LA-5™ strain has been studied primarily alone for women’s health and in combination with other strains for gastrointestinal health. Most of the studies have been on adults, including seniors. Below are results from some of the research:
WOMEN’S HEALTH:
- Supports healthy yeast levels in the vagina2, 3
- Promotes vaginal comfort during occasional imbalance3
GASTROINTESTINAL HEALTH
The combination of the BB-12™ and LA-5™ strains may:
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Supported with studies in these areas

Women's general health

Bowel regularity
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