Probiotics are a form of live bacteria that are a key part of the natural world, and crucial to our survival. Probiotics help beneficial bacteria flourish in the body, while hindering the growth of harmful microorganisms.

SBO stands for soil based probiotic. Soil based organisms (SBOs), like the ones found in Solluna's Feel Good SBO Probiotics, get their name because they are found in the soil. The natural microbiome that kept our ancestors healthy came from soil based organisms (SBOs).

Prior to modern food processing and employment of conventional farming practices, soil based organisms were a common and absolutely essential part of our diet. Modern practices include the use of pesticides, herbicides and other chemicals that deplete the soil of valuable microbes. In addition to soil depletion, fruits and vegetables are often sprayed with microbe killing agents or are washed clean of the beneficial bacteria our ancestors benefited from.

SBOs are heartier and protected from our stomach acid which can destroy the beneficial bacterium before it can take root and flourish in our intestinal system, helping to create a healthy and balanced microbiome. Other types of probiotic formulas are not as hardy or diverse as soil based probiotics (SBOs). Regular probiotics, like acidophilus for example, seldom make it all the way through the digestive tract to the lower intestine to become a part of the crucial microbial community.

Learn more: Why You Need Soil Based Probiotics (SBOs)

In nature, soil based organisms (SBOs) release powerful enzymes that sterilize the soil, removing harmful forms of bacteria while creating optimum conditions for growth. Without them, the soil would be hindered by yeasts, molds, fungi and other harmful organisms which impede plant growth. Within our body and microbiome, SBOs help create an environment that limits the growth of unfriendly bacteria, such as pathogens and candida, within our digestive systems. Speeding up the elimination of waste, SBOs also help digest and assimilate carbohydrates, fats and proteins.

Every individual body is unique, but some benefits of soil based probiotics may include more efficient digestion, improved skin, increased energy, less bloating or puffiness, improved mental clarity, immune system and enhanced mood. Probiotics may also aid in weight maintenance or weight loss.

Most probiotics are not vegan, they're dairy-based probiotics. Soil based organisms are completely different probiotic strains than those found in dairy. The strains have the ability to form spores that protect the microbes from harsh environments (such as heat or acidic pH environments) until they enter the gut, which is an environment ideal for germination. Essentially, The spore acts like a protective outer shell.

According to researchers in a study published in the Beneficial Microbes Journal, "Compared to the widely used lactic acid bacteria, bacterial spores offer the advantage of a higher survival rate during the acidic stomach passage and better stability during the processing and storage of the food product."

This multi strain formula incorporates an array of clinically researched SBO strains, shown to "stay alive" under a broad temperature and pH range to help it get past stomach acid into the intestines, where it can help support good bacteria growth in the gut and help crowd out undesirable bacteria.

These specific strains have also been studied for their ability to promote proper digestion. They've also demonstrated the ability to encourage regularity, improve diarrhea and occasional constipation in healthy individuals and help promote a health microbiome for immune support.

Many traditional probiotics never make it to the gut. In order for a probiotic to be truly impactful to your health, the bacterial strains must be viable when they reach their destination and not destroyed by manufacturing processes, heat or stomach acid.

Our capsules are made of vegetable cellulose, which, unlike most other brand's gelatin capsules, are 100% vegan.

Digestive health probiotics are formulations that contain healthy gut bacteria to replace or improve our digestive microorganisms. Soil based organisms (SBOs) have demonstrated numerous benefits with individual strains included in our formulation receiving GRAS (generally recognized as safe) status. SBOs have been used medicinally for many years and shown to be effective in several studies to support gut health and resilience.

We suggest discussing supplementation with your doctor if you have any concerns prior to starting a new supplement regimen. Feel Good SBO+ Probiotics contain ingredients included in studies for all ages, including children.

No, these non-dairy probiotics by their very nature are shelf stable and are able to survive at a variety of temperatures. No refrigeration required! Just store in a cool, dry place. This is especially helpful for travel and on-the-go lifestyles!

Probiotics are best taken as part of a consistent daily routine. For optimum probiotic health, we recommend 2 capsules per day. You can take both in the morning, with or without food, or take one capsule in the morning and one capsule in the afternoon or evening.

We want you to feel good about your purchase, and help you achieve your health and beauty goals, so if you have any questions or concerns prior to placing an order, or about an existing order please contact love@mysolluna.com.