A probiotic is a live beneficial bacterium that has adapted to survive in the human digestive system. In turn, it provides a health benefit to that person. By definition, to be a true probiotic, it has to be an organism that has evolved to become exposed to a human host through consumption (typically via the food supply); have the capability to naturally survive the harsh environment of the stomach, and have the ability to effectively colonize in the intestines where it provides health benefits. Any bacterium that is unable to naturally survive the harsh environment of the stomach and upper digestive system cannot be a true probiotic.

Studies have shown that the 100 trillion bacteria cells in the digestive system have a profound effect on overall health and wellness. They play a critical role in the digestion and assimilation of nutrients from food. They also protect the body from harmful organisms by strengthening the immune system. They modulate the immune system to help prevent undesired immune responses like allergies, autoimmune, etc. Recent studies also have linked a healthy gut flora to better emotional health, weight control, sexual function, and improved cognitive function.

Unless you consume specific fermented foods, probiotics are no longer naturally available from food. The food production systems are sterilized in an effort to extend the shelf-life of processed foods; usually three to nine months. This eliminates most of the beneficial bacteria that normally would have been available from the food source. Our ancestors ate and lived off the land. They were exposed to a significant number of environmental bacteria on a daily basis – this includes bacillus spores (those found in Just Thrive®). This is nature’s true design for daily probiotic exposure. Due to the sterilization process, beneficial organisms are no longer naturally available in traditional food sources and so have to be supplemented.

Absolutely – Just Thrive® is a critical, daily nutrient and will not interfere with the vitamins you take. In fact, it can be argued that Just Thrive® is even more important than your daily vitamin as Just Thrive® is your only source of these key probiotic strains whereas vitamins can be found in a variety of foods and supplements. Just Thrive® is a necessary nutrient that is not found in the daily diet.

Yes. From processed food and environmental toxins to antibiotics and alcohol usage, the digestive system and the beneficial bacteria that reside there face daily assaults. A daily probiotic like Just Thrive®, which is designed by nature to be a true probiotic, is the best protection you can possibly provide for your body. In addition, your immune system is designed to receive daily stimulation in order to remain primed and ready for action, this is why over 70% of your immune system is found in your digestive tract.

Just Thrive® is the only probiotic available comprised of four (4) key strains of nature’s own design for a true probiotic. The bacillus strains found in Just Thrive® are abundant environmental organisms that have evolved to be consumed by humans on a daily basis and then thrive in the digestive systems. Once there, they perform critical functions, such as the development of the immune system; reduction of inflammation; digestion and absorption of nutrients from food, and the production of important functional compounds, like antioxidants. Just Thrive® is the only product on the shelf to contain the patented Bacillus Indicus HU36®, a strain that produces high levels of antioxidants. Once ingested via the intestines, Bacillus Indicus HU36® becomes an important source of daily antioxidants.

Simply put, Just Thrive® is a TRUE probiotic by all scientific definitions and over 95% of other products on the market just are not probiotics.

A patented strain in Just Thrive® called Bacillus Indicus HU36® actually produces a variety of antioxidants in the digestive system right where they are best absorbed by the body. Studies have shown that supplemented antioxidants do not effectively survive the stomach and so the actual absorption rate is low when taken as a supplement by mouth. With Just Thrive®, however, the body becomes a super-antioxidant factory right in the digestive system at the site where these important nutrients are absorbed. It’s right at the site of absorption where CoQ10, alpha and beta carotene, lycopene, lutein, astaxanthin and zeaxanthin are produced!

Antioxidants protect the body from the daily onslaught of harmful and toxic chemicals and compounds. Oxidation causes significant tissue damage at the cellular level and antioxidants protect against this damage. Maintaining high levels of antioxidants in the body has been linked to lower incidences of cancers, heart disease, diabetes, etc.*

Because Just Thrive® is such a potent product, many users feel the difference in just two to three dosages. If you tend to have gastrointestinal disturbances, you should see a calming effect on your system. If you tend to have irregular bowel movements, you should experience some improved regularity. For people without evident digestive issues, just like you take a daily multivitamin but don’t necessarily FEEL the benefits, you can be confident knowing that your overall health is improving by a daily dose of Just Thrive®. In general, users have reported more energy, better sleep and just an overall “good” feeling. Your entire system benefits when your gut is healthy!