Re: [Everything doTERRA] Re: PB Assist vs. other brands of probiotics

There was a discussion about this, unfortunately I can't remember if it was when Emily was here or one of the classes with one of the owners and I remember being told there was actually much much more in PB Assist than was in the label because of the way the labeling requirements were. I didn't delve deeper than that.
If you muscle test perhaps that would help answer it. You could also email Rob Young and ask. RYoung@doterra.com 
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On 4/1/2013 8:24 AM, Sharie Hoehner wrote:

Does anyone know why PB Assist only contains 6 bacteria strains?  There are 12 needed to form another 6000+ sub-strains that in turn re-colonize the entire digestive tract. This process starts in the mouth.  In my very, very long experience with candida, I've only ever recommended a product that contains all 12 since it's the only thing that has worked in hard-core candida clients.  I used to work for a doctor so had access to prescription strength ones that were not that effective either.  If a bacteria is good quality it will not die in the stomach. 

Not trying to be argumentative but I'd really like to understand the reasoning behind only 6 strains.  I also used to work for New Chapter and the results I heard back from customers were always favorable compared to other brands.  Obviously getting points for recommending PB Assist would be fantastic, but I just question the true effectiveness since so many posts come up here all the time about candida returning. 

I really like the GX Assist for killing yeast and fungus. It's all I recommend now to do that job.  It's very effective but I just can't warm up to the PB Assist.  Who is the formulator?

On Mon, Apr 1, 2013 at 8:29 AM, H Smith <betwixt19@gmail.com> wrote:

I've been doing research comparing probiotic brands recently. Namely, New Chapter All Flora, Doterra's PB Assist, and BioKult. I have read from a source I trust that a good probiotic should contain as many different species of bacteria as possible, and that it should have at least 8 billion bacterial cells per GRAM (might require some math on your part). 

New Chapter has 10 species of bacteria. It claims that two capsules contain 8 billion cells AT THE TIME OF MANUFACTURE. Who knows how long they actually stay alive. Capsules are taken on an empty stomach. They have no time-release technology, so I'm sure it's highly possible that some of the beneficial bacteria gets killed by stomach acid, etc.  Cost: approx. $35 for 120 capsules. 

PB Assist has 6 species of bacteria. One capsule contains 5 billion cells. They have the time-release technology which means there is a greater possibility that bacteria will go where it needs to go. Capsules are taken with food. Cost: approx. $34 for only 30 capsules. (that's $160 for 120 capsules!!) 

BioKult contains 14 species of bacteria. One capsule has 2 billion cells. It has 10 billion per GRAM. BioKult claims that due to their technology, the bacteria are protected from the stomach acid and are able to colonize the full gastro-intestinal tract. Capsules are taken with food, and are also able to be pulled apart and emptied, which would benefit someone who struggles with swallowing pills. Cost: approx. $42 for 120 capsules. 

My personal conclusion on these three brands:

New Chapter- GOOD

PB Assist - BETTER   (you are getting your "points" from DoTerra and staying loyal to your business) 

BioKult - BEST    (MUCH more cost effective than PB Assist) 

Hope this helps someone. 

On Friday, March 29, 2013 6:22:17 PM UTC-7, Ashley Brandes wrote:

My new dr wants me to take a probiotic three times a day. Most things I have read about PB Assist state you should only take it 10 days a month. Is this correct? And what makes it so much better than another brand of probiotic? Thanks for your help!

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