Shouldn't this product be refrigerated? Normally I purchase at Whole Foods in a refrigerated section... but Amazon is 30% cheaper.

I used to work in the supplement section at Whole Foods and this is the brand I use personally. They have two versions, one that is shelf stable and one that is kept refrigerated. I can promise you the refrigerated version came in on a refrigerated truck and was not compromised before going to the cooler shelf (at all the WF I worked at). So in short, there are two versions and you do lose quality/quantity if the cold version is out of the fridge for any extended time.

Does this brand require refrigeration? I'm looking for one to travel with.

I have used this product for at least 10 years (alternating with the 150 billion when I am not well). In my opinion since they changed it to the smaller capsule, the product does not work as well. for my digestive system. Just cancelled subscribe and save from Amazon because it it not kept cool. I question the change from glass to plastic containers.. how great for the environment! Am looking for a better choice.

Does it get shipped in temperature controlled packaging, since it’s recommended to keep it refrigerated?

This is the answer from Brenda Watson, founder of Renew Life, that was posted on her website. "While our warehouse is temperature controlled, we do not ship under refrigeration. We have found that ice packs and other methods to keep the probiotics cool can melt and actually raise the temperature in the package compromising product quality. To allow for transportation of the product and to ensure the highest potency of probiotic cultures, Renew Life includes more probiotic cultures at the time of manufacture than we claim on the label. Additionally, the original sealed packaging protects the probiotics during travel.For best results, we suggest refrigerating our probiotics after opening. Storing our probiotics at or below 73 degrees allows us to guarantee label claim potency until the time of expiration."

Superior health begins in the digestive system. More than 70 percent of our body's natural defenses are found in the digestive tract, where beneficial flora called probiotics work to:Promote regularity*Help restore digestive balance*Enhance natural defenses*Crowd out harmful microbes*Includes high bifido for optimal benefits. Bifidobacteria are the most prevalent type of good bacteria in a healthy colon (or large intestine). They play a vital role in promoting digestive health and supporting the body's defenses.*In middle age, our level of bifidobacteria declines. This has been linked to increased digestive disorders and a decline in overall health. This product contains 30 billion bifidobacteria to replenish healthy flora and more closely represent the ratio of bifido to lactobacilli found in the digestive system.*This is a therapeutic-strength one-a-day probiotic specially formulated for people with acute care needs. Each capsule contains 50 billion active cultures of 10 strains of beneficial flora, more than most other intensive care probiotics.*These capsules have enteric-guard delayed release. There is an added layer of protection to help deliver more active probiotics directly to the intestines for maximum benefit.Allergen freeManufactured in a GMP facilityContains no yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, corn, salt, dairy, binders, fillers or artificial ingredients*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

ASIN	B00FPNZBVA
Age Range (Description)	Adult
Age Range Description	Adult
Allergen Information	Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Soy Free
Best Sellers Rank	#102,942 in Health & Personal Care ( See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care ) #143 in Lactobacillus
Brand	Renew Life
Container Type	Bottle
Country of Origin	USA
Customer Reviews	4.6 out of 5 stars 2,390 Reviews
Dosage Form	Capsule
Global Trade Identification Number	00631257121097
Item Dimensions	6.6 x 6.6 x 12.7 Centimeters
Item Form	Capsule
Item Weight	3.24 Ounces
Item dimensions L x W x H	6.6 x 6.6 x 12.7 Centimeters
Manufacturer	Renew Life
Manufacturer Part Number	631257156693
Material Features	Vegetarian
Model number	RN1550084
Net Quantity	90 Count
Number of Items	1
UPC	631257121097
Unit Count	90 Count
Warranty Description	no warranty available

Ultimate Flora Extra Care Probiotic 50 Billion (Formerly Critical Care), 90 Count

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