Consuming high-quality probiotics, especially for womens sensitive areas, can encourage a good balance of friendly bacteria, help achieve a healthy pH, and prevent infections. Specific strains of probiotics have been shown to increase the effectiveness of standard treatments. The product Optibac - for women contains 2.3 billion (2.3 x10^9) of specialized probiotic strains, Lactobacillus reuteri RC-14® and Lactobacillus rhamnosus GR-1®, the most suitable for the health of the sensitive area of ​​women, with over 30 years of scientific research. Studies have demonstrated their ability to contribute to the prevention and treatment of vaginal candidiasis, cystitis and bacterial vaginosis. After proven colonization in the vagina, these specific probiotic strains help control pathogens (e.g. Candida and E. coli) to prevent overpopulation. Lactobacillus reuteri RC-14® and Lactobacillus rhamnosus GR-1® have been shown to improve the effectiveness of standard treatments and also reduce recovery time. These specific probiotics prevent recurrence by addressing the causes of vaginal candidiasis, cystitis, and bacterial vaginosis, as opposed to simply addressing the symptoms. Mechanisms of action Optibac - for women Properties : Restores a healthy pH <4.5 Acts through competitive inhibition Modifies specific cytokines, resulting in reduced inflammation Produces H2O2 (resulting in the reduction of pathogenic microorganisms and pH reduction) Produces bacteriocin (resulting in the reduction of pathogenic microorganisms) Contributes to the production of biological surfactants (biosurfactants), which destroy pathogenic microorganisms Fact : While other probiotics target the gut, the specific strains of Optibac - for Women have been proven to reach and colonize the female vagina.