Since Oct 2004, allHMF probiotics contain a substantial increase in potency (double) and no price increase.
The HMF products are powerful probiotics for relief of intestinal health problems. These Human Micro Flora (HMF) are human derived strains which adhere better to the human gastrointestinal tract and work faster than other non-human derived probiotics such as those grown from dairy or animal strains.
HMF Forte provides two strains of Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium bifidum and Bifidobacterium lactis(on a 6 to 1 ratio of L. acidophilus to B.bifidum and B. lactis, thus targeting the small intestines more than the lower large intestines), along with fructo-oligosaccharides to specifically assist in re-establishing and maintaining a normal intestinal microflora. Studies show that an overgrowth of opportunistic pathogens leads to a compromised immune system, resulting from immunosuppressive and toxic influences such as impure water supply, antibiotics, processed foods, pesticides and stress. Stress upsets the delicate balance of the intestinal flora and imbalances of friendly bacteria, leading to autoimmune and inflammatory diseases.
HMF Forte is a high-level maintenance probiotic formula indicated for individuals who use antibiotics, oral contraceptives, steroids and hormonal replacement therapy, and for extreme fatigue, allergies, yeast overgrowth, stress, hypercholesterolemia and indigestion. HMF Forte is highly recommended for long-term maintenance in individuals who are immuno-compromised. The capsules are 100% pure vegetable-sourced. Product ideal for vegans.
Indications include bloating, gas, indigestion, occasional constipation, colds, flues, and fungal infections.
Please note: This item is non-returnable and non-refundable whether opened or not.
HMF Forte will help crowd out yeast and other undesirable organisms which result from use of antibiotics, chemotherapy, oral contraceptives, and hormone replacement therapy. *For more intensive indications such as post-antibiotic therapy and Candida albicans overgrowth, use HMF Replete first for 1-2 weeks and then continue with HMF Forte capsules for 2-4 weeks.
HMF Forte also contains fructo-oligo-saccharides (FOS) which ensure rapid establishment of the Lactobacilli in the upper small intestine and bifido bacteria in the lower small intestine. FOS is a naturally-occurring water-soluble fiber from fruit and vegetables which feeds the friendly intestinal bacteria. It also provides naturally-occurring beta-carotene from the whole freeze-dried apricot. The apricot is used for its soothing effect on the intestinal walls (and great flavor in the powders).
Intermediate Phase Take 4 capsules daily (2 caps twice daily after meals) Clinical Considerations
General illness
Stressful life style
Parasitic infections
Digestive problems (bloating, gas)
Constipation
Excessive alcohol consumption
Bowel problems (diarrhea, IBS)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Candidiasis
Maintenance Phase 1 or more capsules daily after meals Clinical Considerations
Are HMF products shipped with an ice pack? No. But, after extensive product testing and new freeze drying technology performed by Genestra, it was concluded that the ice pack did not make a difference during shipping since the product potency was still well over 100% label claims when shipped with ice or no ice. The manufacturer states that it is no longer necessary to ship the HMF products with an ice pack for these reasons:
Genestra has added in 50% more probiotic than what the label guarantees per bottle. For example, HMF Forte is guaranteed to have 6 billion L. acidophilus per serving, but there are 12 billion present at time of manufacturing and it is kept frozen until shipping.
October 2004: The manufacturer has increased product stability again, allowing the probiotics to last up to 6 months at room temperature holding their GUARANTEED minimum potency on label!
You will receive your HMF probiotic directly from the manufacturer in about 3-5 days. This product is very fresh and has not been sitting around on our shelves. And, you are guaranteed it will contain 50% more than what the label states.
How do I travel with my HMF probiotics? We highly recommend you take your probiotics with you on all trips and vacations since their potency will last for up to 6 months at room temperature un-refrigerated. But, when possible and if convenient, we recommend you store your probiotics in the freezer or refrigerator, especially if you plan to preserve freshness of your product for months or years.
HMF Probiotics Shipping & Heat Sensitivity Info (06/01/08)
We suggest that you select 2nd Day Air or Overnight during the summer months or if you live in a hot state (any month). If not, your probiotics or suppositories may arrive 5-7 days later and may be warm or hot to the touch. We cannot replace or refund warm/hot packages.During the summer (June-Sep), we automatically do not ship out probiotics or other heat sensitive orders until the following Monday for any orders placed after 12 pm EST Tuesday. We will only ship orders placed on Wednesday or Thursdays if 2nd day or Overnight shipping is requested AND the package can be delivered in the same week. We do not ship heat sensitive orders on Fridays at all, any time of the year. (unless you request otherwise in "Order Comments" and providing that you do not mind that your package will be held in the shippers non-airconditioned warehouse during the weekend). We want to minimize the amount of time your probiotics are in transit. Yet, rest assured that the manufacturer has increased stability with new freeze drying technology (Oct 2004) allowing the probiotics to last over 6 months at room temperature holding their GUARANTEED minimum potency on label.
In addition,at 90-100 degrees Fahrenheit it can be stored 3-4 weeks and still be within label claim. This means if the probiotics arrive very warm or hot to the touch due to delivery truck being hot, your product is still perfectly viable and will meet potency claims on label according to various tests done by manufacturer. Please do not be concerned about heat for the short 2-4 day transit. We have been using these probiotics for years after extensive delays in shipping during summer months, and they are still VERY viable and work incredibly well.
Are HMF products shipped with an ice pack? Will they spoil? Yes, we will automatically include a gel ice pack with your HMF probiotics during the summer months.Yet, this is ONLY FOR YOUR PEACE OF MIND. Gel pack may be hot upon arrival since it absorbs heat - this is normal.We cannot replace or refund warm/hot packages.
Genestra's extensive product shelf life testing shows that after 2 weeks of travel via UPS cross country and back to the testing facility with no ice pack, the potency was still above 100% of label claims.
Will my HMF probiotics be spoiled if they arrive with no ice pack and it's hot outside? NO. The manufacturer has invested in a special technology in order to allow the product to withstand higher temperatures and not require ice pack during shipping. Thus, ice during transport isoptional andnot necessarydue to their new freeze drying technology and the addition of 50% more probiotic at time of manufacturing than what the label claims. Yet, if temperatures are hot in your area in the summer months, you may want to request and ice pack during checkout for your own peace of mind. Despite the scientific proof that these probiotics hold up quite well even with hot summer shipping, we have found that our clients still don't feel comfortable unless an ice pack is included so we offer you the option to add one.
The manufacturer has increased stability allowing the probiotics to last over 6 months at room temperature holding their GUARANTEED minimum potency on label!
You will receive your HMF probiotic very fresh and it has not been sitting around on our shelves. Your product will most likely contain 10-50% more than what the label states when you receive it. In addition, it has an infinite shelf life if stored the freezer (or 2 years if kept in the refrigerator).
Refrigeration is optional if you use the product within 6 months
Can endure 3-4 weeks of VERY hot climate during shipping & transit, yet we recommend you have the product shipped via 2nd Day Air if you live in a hot state for your peace of mind.
Virtually indefinite shelf life if kept frozen
Full 2 year shelf life if kept refrigerated
100% potency (label claims) even after 6 months kept at room temperature!
Genestra's extensive product shelf life testing which shows that after 2 weeks of travel via UPS cross country and back to the testing facility, the potency was still at 100% of label claims. The manufacturer states that it is optional andnot necessary to ship with an ice pack due to their new freeze drying technology and the addition of 50% more probiotic at time of manufacturing than what the label claims. Yet, if temperatures are hot in your are in the summer months, you may want to request and ice pack during checkout for your own peace of mind.
Genestra has added in 50% more probiotic than what the label guarantees per bottle. For example, HMF Synbiotic Intensive is guaranteed to have 130 billion L. acidophilus and bifidus per serving, but there are 170 billion present at time of manufacturing and it is kept frozen until shipping.
The manufacturer has increased stability allowing the probiotics to last over 6 months at room temperature holding their GUARANTEED minimum potency on label!
You will receive your HMF probiotic in about 3-5 days. This product is very fresh and has not been sitting around on our shelves. And, your product will most likely contain 10-50% more than what the label states if you choose to store it in the refrigerator or freezer.
How do I travel with and store my HMF probiotics? We highly recommend you take your probiotics with you on all trips and vacations since their potency will last for up to 6 months at room temperature un-refrigerated. But, when possible and if convenient, we recommend you store your probiotics in the freezer or refrigerator, especially if you plan to preserve freshness of your product for months or years.
What is the survival of HMF probiotics through the stomach? With over 90% survival in the full stomach (when taken right after a meal) and over 50% survival in the harshest environment of the empty stomach, the HMF organisms proved particularly robust and well adapted to the human stomach. This was in contrast to other probiotic organisms, which showed great sensitivity to gastric conditions and poor adaptation to the human host. This study also demonstrated that probiotics should be taken in association with a meal to ensure maximum survival.
The pH of the empty stomach is between 1.5 and1.9 whereas, due to the buffering capacity of food, the pH is raised to between 3.8 and 4.3 in the full stomach. The aggressive nature of the stomach acts as an excellent barrier to invasion by potentially pathogenic microbes. So, for probiotics to be effective, they must survive in high numbers under the same environmental stresses as would severely inhibit or eradicate other bacteria. The HMF organisms were compared with other probiotic strains for their ability to survive passage.
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Customer Reviews
Great!
8/9/2008
Reviewed by Jana from Toronto, ON.
Great product, very helpful after a recent round of antibioctocs.
very happy
8/8/2008
Reviewed by Renee E. from Fort Wayne, IN.
I have verry happy with this product.
It''s Great!
8/8/2008
Reviewed by George from San Mateo, California.
I take it twice a day 7 days a week and wouldn''t be without it!
The Best!
8/8/2008
Reviewed by Rochelle Lewis from Ucluelet, BC.
I''ve tried all sorts of probiotics and have never been satisfied. I have a dairy intolerance and this probiotic does not aggravate this intolerance whatsoever as most other probiotics seem to. It''s been my little miracle with balancing out my system and I no longer have any stomach or ulcer issues. Amazing!
High potency
5/18/2008
Reviewed by PM from Woodbury, CT.
This is a very effective, high potency product. Excellent for illness or general maintenance.
Very effective
5/18/2008
Reviewed by Adam Figueroa from new york city.
this perfect formula has been super helpful!
Marvelous!
5/15/2008
Reviewed by George from San Mateo, California.
The product appears to be doing everything it claims. It's wonderful!
Great Product
4/2/2008
Reviewed by Tony from BC.
I love this product. As someone with many sensitivities and allergies, this is the best probiotic I have been able to take. The price is also fair. The product was received very quickly. Thank you.
4/2/2008
Reviewed by Yvonne from Canada.
Wonderful product! Has certainly helped me rehabilitate from my illness.
4/2/2008
Reviewed by Angie Chen from 3737 Peter Street, Burnaby.
This product is much better than any acidophilus brands that can be found in pharmacies.
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