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NPD in action: Probiotic applications

Apr 2018

Probiotics are widely used in fermented dairy products. However, probiotics are also increasingly being used in non-dairy food products. Interest in the various applications of probiotics has increased, especially regarding strains that specifically support immune health, for example. Further research into their health benefits is paramount to keeping consumers engaged. 

1.    Be Nourished Organic Amala Curry Raw Sauerkraut (New Zealand)
2.    Liang Pin Pu Zi Pudding With Strawberry Jam And Lactic Acid Bacteria (China)
3.    Altinkilic Kefir Sade: Plain Kefir (Turkey)
4.    Mojo Sparkling Probiotic Tonic With Cola Flavor (Australia)
5.    Taisun Green Tea With Fermented Milk (China).
6.    Bulla Strawberry, Mango And Wildberry Frozen Yoghurt (New Zealand).
7.    Organic Traditions Matcha Latte With Probiotics And Vanilla (US).
8.    La Vaquita Jocoque: Sour Cream (Mexico).
9.    Tao Ji Banana Milk Flavored Lactic Acid Bacteria Pudding (China).
10. Goodbelly Probiotics Crunchy Bar With Cocoa Peanut Butter (United States) Crunchy probiotic bar with cocoa and peanut butter. Contains one billion probiotic cultures. Non-GMO. Gluten free.

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Taisun Green Tea With Fermented Milk (China). Green tea with fermented milk. 100 percent tea extract with lactobacillus.

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