FAQs
SportPro+™ PERFORM has been scientifically formulated to support mental performance and reduce fatigue. It contains the PrecisionBiotics® Bifidobacterium longum 1714-Serenitas® culture, with B vitamins.
You can take SportPro+™ PERFORM at any time of day, but it’s helpful to set up a routine to help you remember to take your daily capsule. We advise not eating or drinking 30 minutes after taking the capsule. Please note that hot or acidic cultures can damage the live 1714-Serenitas® culture so we recommend taking the capsule with water, milk or less acidic drinks such as soya, almond or rice milks.
It is important to keep taking SportPro+™ PERFORM every day to experience its benefit. SportPro+™ PERFORM is not a drug, but a food supplement containing a live bacterial culture that will work naturally within your body. Although SportPro+™ PERFORM starts to act immediately, it may take up to four weeks before its effects become fully evident.
In clinical trials with the 1714-Serenitas® culture (a key ingredient of SportsPro+™ perform), effects were evident after four weeks (the first time point at which tests were done). The SportsPro+™ perform product may be effective before this.
It may help if you track your progress before and after taking SportsPro+™ perform
If you have any questions about how SportsPro+™ perform is working for you, please contact our Careteam on 0330 057 8589.
Yes. SportPro+™ PERFORM has been certified by Informed Sport, a global quality assurance programme for sports nutritional supplements.
No. Refrigeration is not required but we recommend storing the product below 25°C and in its original container with the lid securely closed.
Yes.
Daily stress is often associated with sleep problems. As stress is managed, disruptions to sleep can be reduced. SportPro+™ PERFORM, with the natural 1714-Serenitas® culture and the range of B vitamins has been formulated to provide a complete solution to support mental performance and reduce fatigue.
The 1714-Serenitas® culture is a naturally occurring and safe bacterial strain, belonging to the Bifidobacterium longum species. These types of bacteria can be passed from mother to baby at birth and are native to the human gut. It was discovered by PrecisionBiotics and has been the focus of research by internationally renowned neuroscientists in partnership with scientists from one of the world’s leading centres of research on the human microbiome located in Ireland.
A Some people may experience mild changes in their gut during the first few weeks, but these are only temporary. If you have any questions about SportsPro+™ perform is, please contact our Careteam on 0330 057 8589.
A The clinical trials conducted with the live bacterial culture did not investigate its effect on gut symptoms thus we cannot say whether this would happen. The product contains a type of bacterial culture that is a normal inhabitant of the human gut; these types of bacteria are generally considered as being ‘good’ or ‘friendly’ bacteria.
It might help to track your gut problems in a diary, noting any changes before taking SportsPro+™ and in the following weeks whilst you take your daily capsule. If you have any questions about SportsPro+™ perform is, please contact our Careteam on 0330 057 8589.
We recommend taking SportsPro+™ perform every day and for as long as you wish, to be sure of its benefit. The SportsPro+™ perform supplement contains a live bacterial culture, Bifidobacterium longum 1714-Serenitas®. The live bacterial cultures in food supplements do not stay in the gut after you stop taking the supplement; the bacteria will be naturally excreted. To be sure of a sustained effect from SportsPro+™ perform, you need to keep taking your daily capsule.
A Only by taking a daily capsule of SportsPro+™ perform can you be sure of its benefit. If you forget to take it, just take it as soon as you remember.
It can be helpful to make this part of your daily routine and you could also track your progress before and after starting to take a daily SportsPro+™ perform. We suggest you make a note of your levels of fatigue and mental performance before you start taking SportsPro+™ perform capsules, then again after two and four weeks of taking them.
Yes. SportsPro+™ perform has been certified by Informed Sport, a global quality assurance programme for sports nutritional supplements. Their quality mark is shown on the packaging of SportsPro+™ perform, showing that every batch has been tested for substances prohibited in sport and that the product was made in an environment with quality systems appropriate for the stringent demand of sports nutrition manufacturing.
The active ingredients in SportsPro+™ perform are the B vitamins but a key ingredient is the unique and scientifically studied 1714-Serenitas® culture. To optimise the formulation, the capsules also contain corn starch, gelling agent (hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose), and an anti-caking agent (magnesium stearate).
No. Refrigeration is not required but we recommend storing the product below 25°C and in its original container with the lid securely closed.
The active ingredients in SportsPro+™ perform are the B vitamins but a key ingredient is the unique and scientifically studied Bifidobacterium longum 1714-Serenitas® culture, which has been researched by internationally renowned neuroscientists.
The 1714-Serenitas® strain in SportsPro+™ perform is a unique bacterial culture that has been clinically studied in people with everyday stress. By combining this unique Bifidobacterium longum 1714® culture with B vitamins, SportsPro+™ perform helps to support mental performance and combat fatigue.
The unique culture in SportsPro+™ is a type of 'good' bacteria that occur naturally in the human gut. It is part of the Bifidobacterium group, one of the first kinds of bacteria passed by mother to baby at birth.
No. SportsPro+™ is not a substitute for any medication prescribed for you by your doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting your doctor.
This is a natural food supplement and there are no known side effects with SportsPro+™ perform. The 1714-Serenitas® culture in the product has been studied by doctors and scientists in well controlled and conducted clinical trials. This live culture is also part of the Bifidobacterium group of bacteria, which can be passed from mother to baby at birth and which live naturally in the human gut. If you have any questions about SportsPro+™ perform, please call our Careline on 0330 057 8598.
Yes. The 1714-Serenitas® culture is a type of bacteria that occurs naturally in the human gut. It is part of the Bifidobacterium group of bacteria that are passed from mothers to babies at birth. To ensure this natural culture reaches your gut with its properties intact, we have created a special formulation that is stable at room temperature and does not need refrigeration.
A single capsule of SportsPro+™ perform contains 1 billion (1x109) Bifidobacterium longum 1714-Serenitas® colony forming units (CFUs), at the time of manufacture. CFUs are an indication of how many live bacterial cells are present. The number of bacteria in each SportsPro+™ perform capsule has been chosen for optimal efficacy.
Whenever you like but we advise waiting 30 minutes after taking the capsule before eating. Note that hot or acidic cultures can damage the live 1714-Serenitas® culture. We recommend taking it with water, milk or less acidic drinks such as soya, almond or rice milks.
If there is an issue with swallowing the capsule, it can be opened and sprinkled over food or mixed with fluids. Do not exceed the stated dosage. Food supplements should not be used as substitutes for a varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. Keep out of the reach of children.
We recommend you do not eat or drink for 30 minutes after taking an SportsPro+™ perform capsule. Note that hot or acidic cultures can damage the live 1714-Serenitas® culture. We recommend taking it with water, milk or less acidic drinks such as soya, almond or rice milks.
Yes.
Yes. Research has been conducted by leading neuroscientists and other researchers. Two key trials and prior pre-clinical studies are described on a separate website that is specifically for healthcare professionals (https://www.precisionbiotics.science). Research is ongoing.
SportsPro+™ perform is suitable for adults and for children aged 12 years and over. Keep out of the reach of children.
No. We are not aware of any side effects in conjunction with the use of SportsPro+™ perform and this is a natural food supplement. The 1714® culture in SportsPro+™ perform is a type of bacteria that is passed from mother to baby at birth, and which lives naturally in the gut. If you have any concerns, please contact us by calling our Careline (021 206 6012) or emailing us - ask@precisionbiotics.com.
We recommend taking just one capsule per day. There is not likely to be any health consequence if you do take more than one. (Please refer to information regarding vitamin B below.)
There are no known interactions with other supplements or with medicines. If you have a serious medical condition or have questions before taking SportsPro+™ perform food supplement, please consult your doctor. (Please refer to information regarding vitamin B below.)
Yes but, as with most live bacterial supplements, a dose of antibiotics could inactivate the live Bifidobacterium longum 1714-Serenitas® bacterial culture in SportsPro+™ perform. If you are prescribed a course of antibiotics, we advise that it is best to take the dose of the antibiotic at a different time of day to when you take your daily SportsPro+™ perform capsule. Always complete the course of antibiotics as prescribed by your doctor.
Yes. There are no known adverse interactions with other food supplements or other medicines.
If you have a serious medical condition or have other questions before taking SportsPro+™ perform please consult your doctor. SportsPro+™ perform is not a substitute for any medication prescribed by your doctor. /do not discontinue any medication without consulting your doctor. If you have any other concerns, please phone our Careline (021 206 6012).
The Bifidobacterium longum 1714-Serenitas® live culture in SportsPro+™ perform, can be inactivated by alcohol. We recommend leaving a few hours between taking SportsPro+™ perform and drinking alcohol.
SportsPro+™ perform contains a range of B vitamins: thiamine hydrochloride (B1), riboflavin (B2), niacin (B3), calcium D-pantothenate(B5), pyridoxin hydrochloride (B6), biotin (B7), folic acid (B9) and cyanocobalamin (B12). These are all at a dosage that is 100% of the nutrient reference value (NRV). NRVs are recommended levels for the nutritional intake of vitamins and minerals to prevent deficiency in an average healthy person. The levels of vitamin B in SportsPro+™ perform are well below recommended maximum intake levels.
SportsPro+™ perform contains a range of B vitamins: thiamine hydrochloride (B1), riboflavin (B2), niacin (B3), calcium D-pantothenate(B5), pyridoxin hydrochloride (B6), biotin (B7), folic acid (B9) and cyanocobalamin (B12). These are all at a dosage that is 100% of the nutrient reference value (NRV). NRVs are recommended levels for the nutritional intake of vitamins and minerals to prevent deficiency in an average healthy person. The levels of vitamin B in SportsPro+™ perform are well below recommended maximum intake levels.
If you have any concerns please consult your doctor, or phone our Careline (021 206 6012).
Yes. Both can be taken at the same time.
Yes. It can be taken at the same time as these other supplements. Both products contain the same range of B vitamins at 100% of the nutrient reference value (NRV). NRVs are recommended levels for the nutritional intake of vitamins and minerals to prevent deficiency in an average healthy person. Vitamin B is a water-soluble vitamin so the levels of vitamin B in SportsPro+™ perform together with Zenflore® are well below daily supplement levels likely to cause any adverse effects. (E.g. UK guidance* lists safe upper levels for daily vitamin B supplements. These are all substantially higher than the daily supplemental intake of vitamin B for someone taking both products).
*UK Expert Group on Vitamins and Minerals (2003) Safe Upper Levels for Minerals and Vitamins. https://cot.food.gov.uk/sites/default/files/vitmin2003.pdf
Yes. There is no evidence available that SportsPro+™ perform capsules should not be taken during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
No. The 1714-Serenitas culture in SportsPro+™ perform has been shown in clinical studies to increase the level of activity in certain brain centres that are correlated with a feeling of greater vitality.
Daily stress is often associated with sleep problems. As stress is managed, disruptions to sleep can be reduced. SportsPro+™ perform, with the natural 1714-Serenitas® culture and the range of B vitamins has been formulated to provide a complete solution to support mental performance and reduce fatigue.
SportsPro+™ perform is a size 3 capsule, which is 15.7 mm x 5.85 mm, one of the smallest sizes available.
Please call our Careline (021 206 6012) email us (ask@precisionbiotics.com) or visit our website.