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Does Acidophilus Need to be Refrigerated?

A reader asks, "Once acidophilus is opened and refrigerated, will it still be effective if I take it on a seven hour plane ride and it is stored at room temperature?"

For those of you who are unfamiliar with acidophilus, it is a live bacteria believed to assist in balancing the levels of microorganisms in the body, particularly the intestines.

Most acidophilus products require refrigeration to preserve the number of live bacteria in the product. Although the number of live bacteria is indicated on the label, it is the number of live bacteria at the time of manufacture. Improper storage is one factor that can cause a loss of bacteria. Read the full answer, Does Acidophilus Need to be Refrigerated?

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