Small, everyday habits can add up to make a meaningful difference to your wellbeing. Adding a Yakult to your daily routine is a simple way that can help support your gut health, plus, it tastes great!
Every bottle contains Yakult’s unique probiotic strain, Lacticaseibacillus paracasei Shirota (LcS), a strain backed by 90 years of scientific research. (1)
So, if you’re thinking of making Yakult part of your day, you might be wondering…
When is the best time to drink Yakult?
The short answer: any time you like!
One of the best things about Yakult is how easy it is to fit into your daily routine.
Some people enjoy their Yakult after breakfast. Others reach for it as an afternoon snack, or even as a refreshing drink after dinner.
Drinking Yakult every day is what makes the difference; the time you enjoy Yakult is up to you!
Why does consistency matter?
To experience the benefits of Yakult, consistency is key!
Probiotics do not permanently stay in your gut long-term, so drinking one bottle of Yakult daily is the best way to ensure you obtain and maintain the benefits of LcS.
It is recommended to consume Yakult daily for at least 2-3 weeks, along with a healthy, balanced diet, to support digestive balance and intestinal health. (1-5)
Can you drink Yakult with food?
Absolutely, Yakult can be enjoyed with or without food.
The LcS strain is proven to survive stomach and digestive juices, which means it reaches your gut alive no matter if you have it with or without food. (1)
Can you have more than one Yakult a day?
Yes, you can enjoy more than one bottle of Yakult.
However, the benefits of the LcS strain have been demonstrated with at least 6.5 billion colony-forming units, which is found in a single bottle of Yakult. These benefits include surviving the strong acidity of the stomach, reaching the intestines alive, supporting an increase in beneficial bacteria, and helping to improve stool consistency.
So… when should you drink Yakult?
Whenever it works best for you!
Rushing through the morning? Taking a quiet afternoon pause? Winding down in the evening? Yakult fits perfectly anytime!
References
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