Lactobacillus fermentum
Also known as: L. fermentum
A Lactobacillus species studied for its role in supporting vaginal microbiome balance, including after antibiotics or other disruption.
What it is
Lactobacillus fermentum is a probiotic species studied for its general role in vaginal microbiome support.
Why we use it
It rounds out the four-species approach in Women's Probiotic Gummies, included as a species alongside our other Lactobacillus species.
What the research generally suggests
Research on L. fermentum for vaginal microbiome support is still an emerging area; it isn't a treatment for yeast infections, and early studies are encouraging but the evidence base is smaller than for some other Lactobacillus species.
Typical amounts
Studies commonly use doses in the billions of CFU per day, usually alongside companion species; our label states 6 billion CFU on pack.
In Flexies products: Part of 60mg blend (strain ID not specified) per serving.
Benefits
- Microbiome support
- Antioxidant properties
- Lactic acid producer
- Found in fermented foods
Good to know
- • Generally considered safe for most healthy adults.
- • Frequent recurrent yeast infections are worth discussing with your GP to rule out underlying causes.
As always, if you're unsure whether this ingredient is right for you, chat to your GP or pharmacist before adding it to your routine.