HMF Baby Immune
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CA$52.75 |
- Contains 10 billion CFU of Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis (NCC 2818)
- Promotes gastrointestinal health
- Helps to reduce incidence of upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) symptoms
- Effective for both formula-fed and breastfed babies
- Dairy-free, soy-free and gluten-free formula
- No refrigeration necessary with guaranteed potency through expiration
- Approximately 60 servings per bottle
HMF® Baby Immune probiotic provides 10 billion CFU of the clinically studied strain, Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis, which not only supports gastrointestinal health but has been shown to support the infant immune system. Infants are born with a sterile gut but quickly obtain initial colonizing bacteria from their environment within the first few days of life.1 The assembly of a healthy microbiota depends on multiple factors including delivery method, type of feeding, early use of antibiotics, and environmental factors.2 This microbial environment is an integral part of their immune system.
Breastfed infants have been found to have a lower incidence of infection and gastrointestinal disturbances. Bifidobacteria is the dominant strain in the established microbiota of healthy breastfed infants and thought to be a contributing factor to the benefits observed.3 Multiple studies have demonstrated that infants consuming the strain of probiotics found in HMF® Baby Immune daily for the first 8-12 months of life experienced a reduction in the incidence of upper respiratory tract infection symptoms.4,5 In addition, use of this strain has been shown to significantly increase various markers of immune system function.6,7 HMF® Baby Immune is a dairy-free, soy-free and gluten-free probiotic in a convenient powder format providing infant immune and gastrointestinal support.
REFERENCES
1. Cooper P, Bolton KD, Velaphi S, de Groot N, Emady-Azar S, Pecquet S, et al. Clin Med Insights Pediatr. 2017 Jan;10:119-30.
2. Hill CJ, Lynch DB, Murphy K, Ulaszewska M, Jeffery IB, O’Shea CA, et al. Microbiome. 2017 Jan;5(1):4
3. Holscher et al. 2012 (Yoshioka H, Iseki K, Fujita K. Pediatrics. 1983 Sep;72(3):317-21.)
4. Rautava S, Salminen S, Isolauri E. Br J Nutr. 2009 Jun;101(11):1722-6.
5. Taipale T, Pienihäkkinen K, Isolauri E, Larsen C, Brockmann E, Alanen P, et al. Br J Nutr. 2011 Feb;105(3):409-16.
6. Radke M, Picaud JC, Loui A, Cambonie G, Faas D, Lafeber HN, et al. Pediatr Res. 2017 Apr;81(4):622-631.
7. Fukushima Y, Kawata Y, Hara H, Terada A, Mitsuoka T. Int J Food Microbiol. 1998 Jun 30;42(1-2):39-44.
EACH SCOOP (400mg) CONTAINS:
Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis (NCC2818) . . . . . .10 billion CFU
Non-Medicinal Ingredients: Acacia gum. Ingredients used to maintain viability of probiotics (maltodextrin, vitamin C, lysine, L-cysteine, L-alanine)
Recommended Dose:Infants and Toddlers (0 to 36 months old):
Take 1 level scoop (400 mg) daily, at least 2-3 hours before or after antibiotics, or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner.Preparation instructions for adults:
- Wash your hands thoroughly.
- Measure 30 mL (2 tablespoons) of water and pour into sterilized bottle.
- Using the enclosed scoop, add 1 level scoop of powder to water. Shake well until powder is dissolved.
- Feed to infant immediately. After feeding, any HMF® Baby Immune solution not consumed within 1 hour should be discarded
Risk Information: Do not use this product if your child has an immune-compromised condition or is taking tetracycline. Consult your healthcare practitioner prior to use if your child has fever, vomiting, bloody diarrhoea or severe abdominal pain. Stop use and consult your healthcare practitioner if symptoms of digestive upset occur, worsen or persists beyond 3 days. Keep out of the reach of children. Use only if safety seal is intact. Store in a cool, dry place. After opening, keep tightly closed and use within 1 month. Avoid extreme temperatures. Packaged by weight, not volume. Settling may occur.