{"product_id":"canprev-pro-biotik-15b","title":"CanPrev Pro-Biotik 15B, 60 Vegicaps","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCanPrev Pro-Biotik 15B Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanPrev Pro-Biotik 15 Billion\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Canadian-made shelf-stable probiotic with 5 beneficial strains of \u003cem\u003eLactobacillus\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eBifidobacterium\u003c\/em\u003e — the most-studied bacteria families for daily gut health. Manufactured at 40 billion CFU and guaranteed to provide a minimum of 15 billion live CFU through to the expiry date. No refrigeration required. 60 vegetarian capsules per bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"vitamart-trust-strip\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamins Lowest Prices\u003c\/strong\u003e  |  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/pages\/low-price-guarantee\"\u003eLowest Price in Canada — Guaranteed\u003c\/a\u003e  |  Ships from Ontario across Canada\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCFU guaranteed at expiry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 billion CFU per capsule\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCFU at manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 billion CFU per capsule (overdosed for stability)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrains\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 strains across \u003cem\u003eLactobacillus\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eBifidobacterium\u003c\/em\u003e families\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapsules per bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 vegetarian capsules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShelf-stable — no refrigeration required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCanada\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree from\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGluten, wheat, tree nuts, artificial colours, flavours, GMO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest taken\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDaily with or without food, as directed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho CanPrev Pro-Biotik 15B Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults wanting a daily everyday probiotic for general digestive and immune support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople who travel often or don't want to keep their probiotic in the fridge (shelf-stable matters here)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting a Canadian-made probiotic at a fair daily cost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople recovering from a recent course of antibiotics (talk to your healthcare practitioner about timing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShoppers looking for a moderate-strength multi-strain probiotic, not a 50-billion-plus high-dose option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho this product is NOT for:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you have a specific condition like IBS, SIBO, or post-antibiotic recovery, you may want a higher-strength probiotic or a strain-specific formula — talk to your healthcare practitioner. If you're immunocompromised or have a serious medical condition, consult a practitioner before starting any probiotic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVitamart's Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanPrev Pro-Biotik 15B is a daily probiotic that supports digestive and immune health. It’s a multi-strain formula with Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium strains commonly used for everyday gut support. It’s shelf-stable, so it doesn’t need refrigeration — convenient for travel or daily routines. It’s made in Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow CanPrev Pro-Biotik 15B Compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePro-Biotik 15B vs Higher-CFU Probiotics (50B+)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro-Biotik 15B:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate strength for daily everyday use. Lower cost per capsule. Shelf-stable.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigher-CFU Probiotics:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 billion to 200 billion CFU per capsule. Often used for specific situations — post-antibiotic recovery, IBS, SIBO support — not necessarily better for everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePro-Biotik 15B vs Refrigerated Probiotics\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro-Biotik 15B (shelf-stable):\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufactured at high enough CFU and packaged to remain stable at room temperature. Easier to travel with and remember.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefrigerated Probiotics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some strains require cold storage to stay live. Effective but inconvenient — if you forget to take it before leaving the house, it stays in the fridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePro-Biotik 15B vs Single-Strain Probiotics\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro-Biotik 15B:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 strains for broad daily support across \u003cem\u003eLactobacillus\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eBifidobacterium\u003c\/em\u003e families.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-Strain Probiotics:\u003c\/strong\u003e One specific strain studied for a specific use case (e.g. \u003cem\u003eSaccharomyces boulardii\u003c\/em\u003e for travel, \u003cem\u003eL. rhamnosus GG\u003c\/em\u003e for women's health). More targeted but narrower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are CFU (Colony Forming Units)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCFU\u003c\/strong\u003e stands for Colony Forming Units — the standard way to measure the number of live, viable bacteria in a probiotic. The number you see on the label (like \"15 billion CFU\") tells you how many live bacteria are in each capsule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImportant things to know when comparing probiotics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCFU at manufacture vs CFU at expiry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some products list CFU at the time of manufacture, when CFU is highest. Bacteria die off over time, so the count at expiry can be much lower. CanPrev guarantees 15 billion at expiry — manufactured at 40 billion to ensure you get the labelled potency throughout the shelf life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigher CFU isn't always better:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–50 billion CFU is plenty for daily general use. Higher-strength products (50B+) are usually for specific situations like post-antibiotic recovery, not necessarily daily use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrains matter as much as CFU:\u003c\/strong\u003e The specific bacterial strains do different jobs. A multi-strain product like Pro-Biotik 15B covers more ground for general daily use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen comparing probiotics, always check whether CFU is listed at manufacture or at expiry, and look at strain variety — not just the headline number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults: Take 1 capsule daily, with or without food, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalk to a healthcare practitioner before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, are immunocompromised, have a medical condition, or have a fever. If taking antibiotics, take Pro-Biotik 15B at least 2–3 hours apart from your antibiotic dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWhat does CFU mean on a probiotic label?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCFU stands for Colony Forming Units — the number of live bacteria per capsule. CanPrev Pro-Biotik 15B guarantees 15 billion live CFU at the expiry date (manufactured at 40 billion to ensure stability throughout the shelf life).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to refrigerate this probiotic?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNo. Pro-Biotik 15B is shelf-stable and doesn't require refrigeration. Store it in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eHow is this different from yogurt probiotics?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYogurt provides a small amount of live bacteria as part of food. A probiotic capsule like Pro-Biotik 15B gives a much higher and more standardized dose of specific studied strains — 15 billion CFU per capsule vs the few million you'd typically get from yogurt.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eCan I take it while on antibiotics?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMany people do, but timing matters. Antibiotics can kill the probiotic bacteria, so take Pro-Biotik 15B at least 2–3 hours apart from your antibiotic dose. Talk to your healthcare practitioner about the right timing for your specific situation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it take to work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMost people taking a daily probiotic notice digestive improvements within 1–4 weeks of consistent use. Effects vary depending on your starting gut health.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eIs it made in Canada?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYes. CanPrev is a Canadian brand and Pro-Biotik 15B is made in Canada. We ship from our Ontario warehouse across Canada.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/digest-aid-and-enzyme-formulas\"\u003eDigestive Enzymes\u003c\/a\u003e — supports food breakdown alongside the probiotic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/vitamin-d\"\u003eVitamin D Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e — daily essential for most Canadians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/multivitamins\"\u003eMultivitamins\u003c\/a\u003e — daily nutritional foundation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/omega-3-blend-oil\"\u003eOmega-3 Fish Oils\u003c\/a\u003e — supports overall daily wellness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e💡 Subscribe \u0026amp; save up to 10% on every order — never run out of your daily supplements.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompare Similar Products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/probiotics\"\u003eProbiotics\u003c\/a\u003e — Compare all probiotic options including higher-CFU and refrigerated formulas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/digestion-intestinal-and-stomach-health\"\u003eDigestive Health Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e — The full digestive support category.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/immune-health\"\u003eImmune Support Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e — Most of immunity is linked to gut health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/probiotics-for-women\"\u003eWomen's Probiotics\u003c\/a\u003e — Probiotic strains specifically for women's health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Vitamart\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamart.ca is Canada's vitamin specialist. 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