How to Handle and Store Probiotic Supplements

STORAGE AND HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS

Probiotic products contain live cultures of friendly bacteria and require appropriate handling to maintain their maximum activity during storage. The potency of probiotics can be adversely affected by prolonged exposure to high temperature and humidity. Thus, refrigeration is recommended during storage.

 •  Refrigerate probiotics upon receipt

    Store Probiotic bottles in the refrigerator and keep cap tightly closed.

 •  Avoid handling capsules and putting them back in the bottle

    Pour the desired number of capsules into the cap so that any extra can be put back in the bottle without handling to avoid introducing moisture present on the hands into the product. Always use a clean, dry spoon to measure probiotic powders.

 •  Do not mix with hot food or beverage

    Probiotic powders (and capsule contents) can be mixed with cold, room temperature, or slightly warm food or beverage for consumption within a short period of time. Mixing with hot foods should be avoided as high temperatures will kill the microorganisms.