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Supports digestive health, contains live probiotics
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Probiotic Drink (200 g) has 90 calories. That works out to 45 calories per 100 g. It contains 16 g of carbs, 3 g of protein, 1.6 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of B2 covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
A probiotic drink is a fermented, usually milk-based beverage made with live cultures. Some versions are lightly sweetened, while others have a more tangy flavour. It is served chilled and sipped on its own, often at breakfast or as a snack; in many places it comes in a small single-serving bottle, while at home it can be poured into a glass. Its smooth, pourable texture is lighter than yoghurt, and it provides relatively little protein alongside its carbohydrates. If you prefer a less sweet drink, compare labels or choose an unsweetened variety; it also pairs well with fruit or a simple breakfast.
Selected: 100 g
45
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
8g
· 3% DV
Protein
1.5g
· 3% DV
Fat
0.8g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 71% · Protein 13% · Fat 16%
Vitamins
B2
0.12mg · 9% DV
B12
0.18µg · 8% DV
B5
0.25mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.5µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Calcium
60mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
38mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
7mg · 2% DV
Sodium
38mg · 2% DV
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 45 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
A probiotic drink provides live microorganisms that may support the balance of microbes in the gut. Its effects depend on the specific strains and the amount that remains alive in the product; it is not a treatment for digestive disease.
A probiotic drink may ease some IBS symptoms for some people, but results vary by strain and individual. It is not a proven substitute for an IBS care plan, so discuss persistent or worsening symptoms with a clinician.
Many probiotic drinks need refrigeration to keep their live cultures viable, especially after opening. Follow the storage instructions on the package, since some shelf-stable products use cultures that remain stable without refrigeration until opened.
For most products, one serving a day is a reasonable place to start, but there is no universal dose for every probiotic drink. Follow its serving guidance; having more does not necessarily provide more benefit and may upset your stomach.
Yes, you can usually have a probiotic drink while taking antibiotics, but it does not replace the medicine. Taking it a few hours apart may help avoid the antibiotic affecting the live cultures; ask a pharmacist about your specific prescription.
Sometimes, but it depends on the probiotic drink: fermentation may reduce lactose without removing it, and amounts vary. Choose a product specifically labeled lactose-free if needed; a milk allergy is different and requires avoiding dairy ingredients.
A probiotic drink made from pasteurized ingredients is generally considered safe during pregnancy, but avoid unpasteurized products because they can carry harmful bacteria. Ask your prenatal care provider if you have a high-risk pregnancy or a health condition.
Yes, you can blend a probiotic drink into a smoothie. Add it after hot ingredients have cooled, because heat can reduce the number of live cultures; drink the smoothie soon after blending rather than leaving it out.
Stomach acid can kill some microorganisms, but it does not necessarily destroy all the cultures in a probiotic drink. Survival varies by strain and product, so a label naming specific live cultures is more informative than a general probiotic claim.
Yes, a probiotic drink can cause temporary loose stools or other digestive changes in some people, particularly when first introduced. Stop drinking it if symptoms are severe or persistent, and seek medical advice if you become dehydrated or feel unwell.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.