What Is Saccharomyces boulardii?

Saccharomyces boulardii from Ohly is a yeast based probiotic that balances the naturally occurring bacteria located in the intestines. It strengthens the intestinal immune system and restores normal bowel functions.

Saccharomyces boulardii both treats and prevents diarrhea. In cases of viral or bacterial types of acute diarrhea Saccharomyces boulardii acts to effectively treat the condition along with oral rehydration solutions.

During antibiotic therapy Saccharomyces boulardii also prevents diarrhea. Saccharomyces boulardii is the only probiotic with natural resistance to most antibiotics.

S.boulardii is one of the most studied probiotics available. It is a non-pathogenic yeast that maintains distinct taxonomic and physiological difference from Saccharomyces cerevisiae or brewer’s yeast.

Where Did Saccharomyces boulardii Come From?

Henri Boulard, a French microbiologist isolated a microorganism from the skins of lychee fruit in Indochina 1923. It was identified as a yeast and classified under the genus Saccharomyces and species Saccharomyces boulardii because of its physiological characteristics.

Key Benefits of Saccharomyces boulardii

Helps treat all kinds of diarrhea including antibiotic associated diarrhea

• Helps treat Irritable Bowel Syndrome
• Supports gut function against allergies, Crohn’s disease and Salmonella
• Reduces bloating and gas
• Lactose Free
• Gluten Free
• Suitable for vegetarian and vegan
• Helps improve digestion

How is Saccharomyces boulardii produced?

Saccharomyces boulardii production is based on the following manufacturing processes:

• Yeast fermentation
• Separation of yeast from spent nutrients

Fluid bed drying process that removes extra and intracellular water from the yeast. The drying process allows for storage at room temperature and guarantees an optimal level of living cells when yeasts are rehydrated.

Saccharomyces boulardii from Ohly is manufactured to exacting and certified pharmaceutical standards. Manufacturing standards meet GMP requirements. It is freeze dried and strain verified through genetic typing to ensure maximum efficacy.

Applications for S. Boulardii include dietary supplements  (formulated in capsules or sachets), branded pharmaceuticals, pediatric health and animal feed/pet food. Contact us for more information!