Bifidobacterium breve
supplement ingredient
What is it?
We haven't written a full explanation for this one yet. It's in the supplement category and currently good.
Other names on labels: b. breve
At a glance
- Base score
- 1 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 1 product
Products containing bifidobacterium breve
Results reflect the latest label we hold for each product, not a live check of today's recipe. Open a product to see its source and last-checked date.
Common questions about bifidobacterium breve
Is Bifidobacterium breve good for dogs?
Yes, we grade it as a good ingredient: recognisable and nutritionally useful, so it lifts a product’s score. Bear in mind that no single ingredient decides quality; the whole recipe and its balance matter more.
What is Bifidobacterium breve in dog food?
Bifidobacterium breve is a probiotic bacteria strain sometimes added to dog food to contribute to a balanced gut microbiome. On UK labels, live strains are typically declared in the additives section as gut flora stabilisers with a CFU count. If your dog is unwell or on medication, speak to your vet before choosing a probiotic food.
How many UK dog foods contain bifidobacterium breve?
1 UK product lists bifidobacterium breve as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown above, sorted by rating.
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What else is bifidobacterium breve called on labels?
Manufacturers can also list it as b. breve. We match this to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade bifidobacterium breve?
We grade it good, our highest grade, reserved for recognisable ingredients that add real nutritional value. Every ingredient is converted to its dry-matter share and scored from our glossary before a recipe gets its 1-100 rating; the full method is on our methodology page.