Yakult is the only probiotic product in the world that contains exclusive probiotic, Lactobacillus casei Shirota. Probiotics are friendly bacteria or yeasts that have been used for centuries as natural ingredients in health-promoting foods, and recent scientific studies support the many health benefits of probiotics. Today, more and more people worldwide are turning towards probiotics for healthy living.

Yakult is a refreshing fermented milk drink. Each tiny bottle of Yakult contains billions active bacteria of the strain Lactobacillus casei Shirota. This special strain of lactic acid bacteria is strong enough to survive gastric juice and to reach the intestines alive. It helps to maintain a healthy balance of the intestinal flora, important for good digestion.

How is Yakult made? A solution of skim milk powder, sugar and water is ultra-heat treated, then fermented using selected, live lactic acid bacteria called Lactobacillus casei Shirota strain. Flavours are added, and Yakult is then bottled and packaged.

Today, Yakult is sold in 27 countries, although its bacteria cultures are still imported from a mother strain in Japan regardless of production location. Yakult is marketed in different sizes. In Australia and Europe, Yakult comes in 65ml bottles. In the USA, 80 ml bottles are available. In Taiwan and China, it comes in 100 ml bottles.

Yakult can be taken by both children and adults. After 12 months, the child’s intestinal flora is almost identical to that of adults. Therefore, the amount of beneficial bacteria in Yakult will help to re-establish a balance of intestinal flora in children and adults alike.

Yakult can be added to cereals, smoothies, milkshakes, cheesecakes or any other cold foods. If the bacteria are subjected to extremely high temperatures they die, so do not add Yakult to hot foods or beverages.