Q. Is Life Start Safe for my infant?
A. Yes, we only choose probiotic bacteria that are proven to be safe. If you have specific questions about probiotics and infant use, you should consult a qualified or knowledgeable doctor or other healthcare provider that is familiar with B. infantis.
Q. Can my child take Life Start if he/she is taking other medications?
A. We suggest that you give LIFE START two hours apart from herbs, garlic and prescription drugs for optimal results.
Q. How long can I keep my child on Life Start?
A. There is no standard rule of thumb on how long to keep taking Life Start, but we do suggest that around the time your child enters school to switch to or add, our Healthy Start System to their daily probiotic regimen.
Q. I am pregnant; can I take Life Start too?
A. Yes! Life Start is ideal and very safe to take for both pregnant and lactating women. Life Start is beneficial throughout your entire pregnancy but especially during the third trimester. Generally for pregnant women, we recommend a layering regimen of Healthy Trinity and Life Start on a daily basis. If you have specific questions about taking probiotics during pregnancy, you should consult a qualified or knowledgeable doctor or other healthcare provider familiar with specific probiotic supplementation.
Q. Can I mix Life Start with warm liquids or foods?
A. Yes, any Natren probiotic powder, including Life Start, may be added to food or liquid to create a functional food or beverage. Sprinkle ¼ teaspoon or more of Life Start on any non-acidic food or liquid that is going to be consumed right away. For best results, food or liquids should be at room temperature and never hot. If using a microwave, add Life Start after microwaving since microwaving will destroy the beneficial bacteria.
Q. Is Life Start good for people other than pregnant women, infants and toddlers?
A. Yes, Bifidobacterium infantis has also been studied for a number of other uses. Clinical trials have been looking into the use of B. infantis in people with Gluten Sensitivities. It's an ideal place for adults to start their probiotic regimen because it's "gentle" and our go to choice for anyone, of any age, who is experiencing G.I. sensitivities. Life Start 2 (goat milk formula), was formulated specifically with the adult user in mind as it's available in a convenient veggie capsule formula.
Q. Capsules or Powders?
A. Adults tend to prefer Life Start 2 because it's available in a convenient capsule form. Mom's with little ones tend to prefer the powdered options because they are easy to stir into breast milk, formula, smoothies, yogurt, applesauce, etc. for little ones to consume. Anyone with a G.I. sensitivities should order a powdered version because these are easiest to scale up and down to meet the needs of the individual. Those with extreme G.I. sensitivities can start with as little as 1/16th of a teaspoon and gradually work up to a standard serving size of ¼ - ½ of a teaspoon.
Q. Dairy vs. Dairy Free?
A. Since bacteria thrive so well on a diary base we always suggest using our dairy based options if dairy tolerance is not an issue for you. However, if you have issues with cows' milk you may be surprised that you do just fine on the gentle goat's milk formula (Life Start 2). If you have a known dairy intolerance, stick with Life Start Vegan.
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