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#3 in Probiotics

Garden of Life Dr. Formulated Probiotics Once Daily

by Garden of Life

"Dr. Perlmutter formulated — 30 billion CFU shelf-stable probiotic with prebiotic fiber"

Amazon Rating
4.5/5
Reviews
45,000+
Price Range
$22-28
Servings
30 capsules
Non-GMO Project VerifiedGluten FreeVegetarian
Our Editorial Rating
8.0
Very Good
FormCapsule
CategoryProbiotics
SubcategoryShelf-Stable Probiotic
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Overview

Garden of Life Dr. Formulated Probiotics Once Daily provides 30 billion CFU from 14 probiotic strains per capsule, plus prebiotic fiber. Formulated by neurologist Dr. David Perlmutter (author of Grain Brain), this shelf-stable formula requires no refrigeration. The delayed-release capsule is designed to survive stomach acid and deliver probiotics to the intestines.

Key Ingredients

IngredientAmount
14 Probiotic Strains30 billion CFU
Prebiotic FiberIncluded
Lactobacillus acidophilusPrimary strain
Bifidobacterium lactisIncluded

Pros & Cons

What We Like

  • 30 billion CFU — good potency
  • 14 strains — diverse formula
  • Shelf-stable — no refrigeration
  • Delayed-release capsule
  • 45,000+ positive reviews
  • Dr. Perlmutter formulated

What Could Be Better

  • Premium pricing
  • Only 30 capsules
  • Some users report initial bloating
  • Capsule is large

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Those wanting shelf-stable probiotics
  • People wanting moderate-high potency
  • Dr. Perlmutter followers

Not Ideal For

  • Budget probiotic buyers
  • Those wanting single-strain simplicity
  • People sensitive to initial probiotic effects

Our Verdict

8.0/10 — Very Good

Garden of Life Dr. Formulated is the well-rounded probiotic choice — 30 billion CFU from 14 strains with prebiotic fiber, all in a shelf-stable format. The Dr. Perlmutter formulation adds credibility. A solid middle ground between Culturelle's single-strain simplicity and the RAW Probiotics 100 billion CFU nuclear option.

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