VSL#3 Australia – 30 Sachets of 450 billion CFU probiotics – EXPRESS POST RECOMMENDED
$127.80
Probiotic sachet: Eight live bacterial strains at 450 billion CFU per sachet.
VSL#3 Australia, available in a 30-sachet pack.
Only 29 left in stock
What is VSL#3?
VSL#3 is a powder sachet containing eight strains of live bacteria: Streptococcus thermophilus, Bifidobacterium breve, Bifidobacterium longum, Bifidobacterium infantis, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus plantarum, Lactobacillus paracasei, and Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus. Each sachet contains 450 billion CFU. The powder is stirred into cold water, a cold non-fizzy drink, or cold food and consumed immediately. The pack contains 30 sachets. VSL#3 is vegetarian-friendly, gluten-free, dairy-free, and contains no artificial colours, flavours, or sweeteners.
Fairfield Nutrition Thoughts
VSL#3 is a refrigerated powder sachet requiring cold-chain handling throughout storage and transit. Orders ship Mondays and Tuesdays only; orders placed after 12pm AEST Tuesday ship the following Monday. Express Post is recommended, and orders will not be sent near public holidays to avoid transit delays.
Why This Formulation / How It Works
Most retail probiotics sit in the range of 10 to 50 billion CFU per serve. VSL#3 delivers 450 billion CFU per sachet, which puts it in a different category entirely. This matters when the goal is to introduce a substantial volume of live bacteria, particularly in contexts where the existing microbiome is sparse or has been disrupted. The eight-strain composition spans three genera, which means you’re not relying on a single species to do all the work.
The powder sachet format has a practical advantage: the contents are stirred into cold (not hot) water or food and consumed immediately. This avoids the heat and moisture that can compromise viability in capsule products stored or handled poorly. Cold-chain shipping and refrigerated storage are non-negotiable for this product, and VSL#3 Australia ships Monday and Tuesday only for this reason.
Strain Diversity Across Three Genera
VSL#3 includes four Lactobacillus strains (acidophilus, plantarum, paracasei, and delbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus, reclassified as L. helveticus), three Bifidobacterium strains (breve, longum, and infantis, the latter two reclassified as B. lactis), and Streptococcus thermophilus. Each genus colonises different regions of the digestive tract and contributes distinct metabolic functions, so a multi-genera formula provides broader coverage than a single-species product.
CFU Count and Digestive Tract Delivery
At 450 billion CFU per sachet, VSL#3 delivers a bacterial load that is meaningfully higher than most consumer probiotics. The powder is mixed into cold liquid or food and consumed immediately, which preserves viability better than leaving prepared doses sitting. Avoiding fizzy drinks and hot foods during mixing is specified by the manufacturer to protect bacterial integrity before consumption.
When to Consider This
This high-potency multi-strain probiotic provides nutritional support for gut microbiome diversity. It makes sense if you’re:
- Working with a practitioner on a structured gut microbiome protocol and have been directed toward a high-CFU probiotic specifically.
- In a life stage or situation where you want to actively focus on replenishing gut microbiome diversity as part of a broader digestive wellness strategy.
- An adult or teenager who can reliably receive refrigerated deliveries and manage a cold-chain product at home.
Supplement strategy: VSL#3 is commonly introduced as part of a structured gut support approach rather than as a standalone starting point. Many people use it alongside dietary foundations that support bacterial colonisation. Because of the shipping constraints (Monday and Tuesday dispatch only, no dispatch near public holidays), it suits people who can plan orders in advance.
⚠️ Not suitable for: Children under the age of teenagers without practitioner guidance, individuals who cannot reliably maintain refrigerated storage, anyone who cannot receive cold-chain deliveries.
How to Use
For adults and teenagers: take 1 to 2 sachets daily. Open the sachet and stir the contents into cold water or any cold non-fizzy drink or food. Consume immediately after mixing. Do not mix with hot or fizzy liquids.
Ingredients
Per sachet (1 serving):
Total live bacteria: 450 billion CFU
Strains:
Streptococcus thermophilus
Bifidobacterium breve
Bifidobacterium longum (reclassified as B. lactis)
Bifidobacterium infantis (reclassified as B. lactis)
Lactobacillus acidophilus
Lactobacillus plantarum
Lactobacillus paracasei
Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus (reclassified as L. helveticus)
Allergen information: Gluten-free. Dairy-free. No artificial colours, flavours, or sweeteners.
Common Questions
Does VSL#3 need to be refrigerated?
Yes. VSL#3 must be kept refrigerated at all times. Store in the refrigerator and do not leave at room temperature for extended periods.
Why does shipping only happen on Mondays and Tuesdays?
Because VSL#3 is a refrigerated product, dispatch is limited to Mondays and Tuesdays to minimise time in transit. Orders placed after 12pm AEST Tuesday will be dispatched the following Monday. VSL#3 Australia does not dispatch near or on public holidays.
Can I mix VSL#3 with a hot drink?
No. The sachet contents should be stirred into cold water, a cold non-fizzy drink, or cold food only. Do not use hot or fizzy liquids.
Is VSL#3 suitable for vegetarians?
Yes. VSL#3 is vegetarian-friendly, gluten-free, and dairy-free.
Warnings & Storage
Storage: Keep refrigerated. Store away from heat and direct sunlight. Do not freeze.
Shipping note: This product is dispatched with cold packaging on Mondays and Tuesdays only. Express Post is recommended.
| Weight | 0.46 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 6.6 × 6.2 × 10.6 cm |
