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Probiotic powder

Udo’s Choice says babies and young children can benefit from a short course of probiotics twice or three times a year, especially when the seasons are changing. The supplement manufacturer says ‘good’ bacteria boost the immune system helping them to gain weight, avoid common childhood infections and combat conditions such as diarrhoea, constipation or colicky pains.

Each gram of Udo’s Choice Infant’s Blend Powder 75g (€22.99) contains 2bn ‘good’ bacteria in seven different strains. The powder form can be mixed into formula, breast milk or other liquids. Available from health stores and pharmacies or on www.udoschoice.ie