General score: 3/5 stars

Form of presentation: capsules

Serving dimensions: 9mm x 22mm

Cost: $49.00

Recommended dosage: 1-2 capsules/ day

Packaging content: 60 capsules

Daily cost: $0.81 – $1.63

Viability: through/ at expiration date

CFUs count: 145 million CFUs

Ingredients: a proprietary blend of 29 probiotic strains, namely: Arthrobacter agilis, Arthrobacter citreus, Arthrobacter globiformis, Arthrobacter luteus, Arthrobacter simplex, Acinetobacter calcoaceticus, Azotobacter chroococcum, Azotobacter paspali, Azospirillum brasiliense, Azospirillum lipoferum, Bacillus brevis, Bacillus macerans, Bacillus pumilus, Bacillus polymyxa, Bacillus subtilis, Bacteroides lipolyticum, Bacteroides succinogenes, Brevibacterium lipolyticum, Brevibacterium stationis, Kurthia zopfii, Myrothecium verrucaria, Pseudomonas calcis, Pseudomonas dentrificans, Pseudomonas fluorescens, Pseudomonas glathei, Phanerochaete chrysosporium, Streptomyces fradiae, Streptomyces cellulosae, Streptomyces griseoflavus

Customer satisfaction: not guaranteed

Product category: daily usage probiotic

Purchasing: via official distributors

General review

At an overall look, Prescript-Assist Broad Spectrum Probiotic & Prebiotic Complex manages to score a slightly above average rating of 3/5 stars owing both to its clear benefits and obvious negative aspects as well.

Firstly, the present dietary enhancer straight away catches your eye as a buyer through its more than impressive composition of probiotic microorganisms. With 29 distinct strains of mostly soil-based bacteria encompassing 145 million CFUs (colony-forming units), Prescript-Assist Broad Spectrum Probiotic stands out not only because of its large number of different probiotic types, but also because it uses a particular category of these microorganisms to begin with. Usually, probiotic supplements are oriented towards the dairy-based probiotics of the Lactobacillus and/ or Bifidobacterium families, for example. On the other hand, Prescript-Assist Broad Spectrum Probiotic uses a broad spectrum of soil-based organisms which are otherwise known for improving plant growth and acting as natural antibiotics.

Another consequence which springs from this selection is the extended shelf life of up to 2 years of more. If ‘traditional’ probiotics require refrigeration and sometimes cast doubt over their CFUs effectiveness due to handling or transportation conditions, Prescript-Assist Broad Spectrum Probiotic does away with these potential flaws and chooses a more stable and resistant selection of probiotics. As a result, you can enjoy improved digestion and immunity for longer, even while travelling and not having ‘ideal’ probiotic storage conditions, let’s say.

The third advantage of this particular enhancer is represented by the natural ingredient list. This consists only of the aforementioned probiotic elements, cellulose (for the vegetarian/ vegan capsules), L-leucine (a protein synthesizing amino acid), and bamboo (Bambusa vulgaris) extract. You will find that other similar products contain quite a number or additional fillers in their makeup, so this composition is definitely in favour of Prescript-Assist Broad Spectrum Probiotic.

Nevertheless, the product fails to satisfy in a number of departments, the price-quality one being the most obvious. At almost $50 per bottle (60 capsules) and around $0.81 per serving, Prescript-Assist Broad Spectrum Probiotic goes well beyond the daily price of $0.70 required by other average probiotic supplements, more so when doubling the dosage (as the label allows and recommends).

Speaking of the capsules, you should also know that the packaging does not explicitly state the CFUs count of the product, which is never a good thing. The official website does eventually mention a potency of 145 million CFUs, but one that ultimately represents something of a mild addition to your natural gut probiotic colonies (with a person generally needing 1-100 billion CFUs supplementation throughout the day). What is also surprising in this sense is that, despite the lowered microorganism count, you are still likely to go through visceral discomfort while using the dietary enhancer in the beginning, which is never a pleasant experience.

All in all, the 3/5 stars review places Prescript-Assist Broad Spectrum Probiotic & Prebiotic Complex as a somewhat above standard probiotic supplement owing to its strain spectrum (29 different types), extended shelf live, and organic composition, as well as to its more negative aspects of elevated cost, CFUs mildness, and initial side effects.

Detailed description

Ingredient list

• Arthrobacter agilis – constitutes a bacterium naturally found in lake waters and Antarctic sea ice. Its prime benefit is the production of carotenoids, which improve vitamin A assimilation, diminish the risk of Parkinson’s, and prevent the occurrence of certain types of cancers.

• Arthrobacter citreus – this microorganism has the ability to decompose phenol (carbolic acid), a substance which acts as an antiseptic, analgesic, and anaesthetic factor within the human body.

• Arthrobacter globiformis – can quickly adapt to the gastrointestinal environment, where it uses sugars as its main form of sustenance. As a result, it can improve digestion and facilitate nutrient absorption over time.

• Arthrobacter luteus – is a bacterium which occurs naturally within the human body (it was first isolated from a surgical wound). Like all Arthrobacter family members, it can improve digestive patterns and thus lead to overall wellbeing.

• Arthrobacter simplex – plays an important role in the processing cycle of cortisone acetate, a naturally occurring steroid that is absorbed within the gastrointestinal system.

• Acinetobacter calcoaceticus – otherwise a normal component of the human gut, this probiotic helps digestion by boosting acid production and antioxidant protection.

• Azotobacter chroococcum – is used both in crop management and human health, the latter being improved via this bacterium’s ability to produce enzymes such as peroxidase and catalase (which accelerate and meliorate metabolic rates).   

• Azotobacter paspali – as a member of the Azotobacter family, this microorganism is crucial to the processing cycle of nitrogen (which stimulates plant growth) and reducing exceedingly increased levels of acidity in the gastric system.

• Azospirillum brasiliense – is a safer alternative to the metabolic paths of monosaccharides like L-arabinose, which is otherwise known for facilitating E. coli and fungal overgrowths in general.

• Azospirillum lipoferum – promotes active plant growth (especially cereals), acts as an organic bio-fertilizer, and facilitates human digestion through correct pharmaceutical administration.

• Bacillus brevis – although spore-forming, Bacillus brevis has been very rarely associated with infectious reactions. As a result, it can be safely used in gastrointestinal wellbeing owing to its food decomposition properties.

• Bacillus macerans – also known as Paenibacillus macerans, the present probiotic exhibits one of the largest metabolic capacities of its family. Its highly potent fermentative properties thus have the potential to greatly improve and meliorate digestive rhythms within the human body.

• Bacillus pumilus – is a highly resistant probiotic that can withstand substantial variations in heat and temperature alike. In terms of health, Bacillus pumilus acts as a powerful anti-fungal, hence improving immunity reactions over time.

• Bacillus polymyxa – is generally used as a natural antibiotic owing to its pathogen suppressing properties (through biofilm formations and antifungal synthesis).

• Bacillus subtilis – can be employed as a natural antibiotic in the case of both gastrointestinal and urinary diseases, as well as a digestive booster and nutrient assimilation enhancer.

• Bacteroides lipolyticum – as the majority of the previous soil-based bacteria, Bacteroides lipolyticum shows the dual ability to improve plant growth and enhance digestion patterns.

• Bacteroides succinogenes – is a bacterium which facilitates cellulose activity, a component known for its positive contributions to digestive and nutrient processing.

• Brevibacterium lipolyticum – unlike other ‘traditional’ probiotics, this soil-based microorganism is much more resistant to heat, temperature, light, etc. variations, therefore being more effective in terms of digestion boosting once it reaches the organism.

• Brevibacterium stationis – has a powerful fermentative capacity, which – combined with its soil-based origin and resistance – can lead to highly meliorated digestive and nutrient absorption patterns.

• Kurthia zopfii – although not highly fermentative, Kurthia zopfii uses fatty acids and amino acids as its main sources of energy, which implies that the introduction of this probiotic into the gastrointestinal system can help with their long-term decomposition.

• Myrothecium verrucaria – is a type of fungus that acts as a natural antimicrobial and parasite suppressor in various plants, being also used as an immunity booster in humans.  

• Pseudomonas calcis – as the name suggests, this microorganism has been linked to calcium reactions, which implies that it can enhance the assimilation of this and other nutrients during digestion.

• Pseudomonas dentrificans – has as primary function denitrification in plants, while its main health-related attribute is the correct synthesizing and absorption of vitamin B12 inside the body.

• Pseudomonas fluorescens – has been long used as a natural antibiotic in the treatment of various eye, skin, and ear related illnesses (for instance, Staphylococcus aureus infections), as well as a fermentative starter in numerous dairy-based products.

• Pseudomonas glathei – is also known as Burkholderia glathei and constitutes a nitrogen scavenger (normally found in Asian rice) that can improve food decomposition in time.

• Phanerochaete chrysosporium – although a fungi species, this microorganism can actively decompose various pollutants such as phenol-formaldehyde, therefore acting as a natural cleansing element.

• Streptomyces fradiae – has the capacity to naturally produce antibiotics like tylosin, fosfomycin, and neomycin, which can then protect the body against harmful pathogens and their subsequently induced illnesses.

• Streptomyces cellulosae – is a type of bacterium that produces fungichromin and hence protects the body against diseases by acting as a natural antifungal antibiotic.
• Streptomyces griseoflavus – is responsible for a large number of natural antibiotics (including hormaomycin and bicozamycin, for instance) that shield the body against immune and digestive issues alike.

In addition to these probiotic components, Prescript-Assist Broad Spectrum Probiotic has in its composition L-leucine, cellulose (for the vegetarian capsule), and Bambusa vulgaris (bamboo) extract.

Allergenic potential

Aside from the 29 strains of probiotics and a handful of other ingredients – namely cellulose, L-leucine, and bamboo extract – Prescript-Assist Broad Spectrum Probiotic & Prebiotic Complex does not contain any major allergens, which is a great bonus. As the label states, this probiotic is free of dairy traces and gluten, at the same time being based on a vegetarian and vegan formula.

Such an organic, allergen-friendly, and additive-free composition is obviously an advantage for the product since it allows for better adaptability to a greater variety of lifestyles and potential users alike.

Overall cost

Every bottle containing 60 capsules of Prescript-Assist Broad Spectrum Probiotic is priced at $49.00, meaning that you will pay approximately $0.81 for each individual serving. Taking into consideration that the label recommends a daily administration routine of 1-2 capsules, this amount can even double and reach the $1.63 mark.

On average, a good probiotic supplement should cost you around 70 cents per regular usage, a comparison which then makes Prescript-Assist Broad Spectrum Probiotic a highly expensive dietary enhancer. Not to mention the fact that this elevated price might not even justify the probiotic effect on a long-term range. So, although the product does bring about a number of positive changes, there are other similar, yet cheaper products currently available on the market.

Side effects

Unfortunately, it is very likely that you will experience a number of unwanted side effects from using Prescript-Assist Broad Spectrum Probiotic during the first couple of days. It is not unusual for probiotic supplements to cause abdominal discomfort and pain at the beginning of the administration period, but these are nevertheless unpleasant.

Even though the present product is relatively low regarding the CFUs count (145 million microorganisms), it might just be the probiotic potency (29 distinct strains) which enhances the initial discomfort regardless of whether you take the capsules with or without (cold) food.

Manufacturer guarantee

A major drawback for Prescript-Assist Broad Spectrum Probiotic is its lack of manufacturer guarantees. For example, a company producing such a supplement should offer its clients the possibility to return their order in the case of an unsatisfactory experience within a predetermined timeframe (30-90 days).

Unfortunately, Prescript-Assist does not cater to its customers’ needs in this sense and fails to provide any sort of reliable warranty for the probiotic enhancer (that is, aside from the microorganism count, which is guaranteed until the expiration date printed on the label).

Purchasing

You can acquire Prescript-Assist Broad Spectrum Probiotic & Prebiotic Complex through official distributors.

Prescript-Assist Broad Spectrum Probiotic & Prebiotic Complex – general view

Category	Prescript-Assist Broad Spectrum Probiotic & Prebiotic Complex
General rating	3/5 stars
Recommended usage	Daily usage probiotic
Ingredients	145 million CFUs, a proprietary blend of 29 distinct strains of probiotics
Allergenic potential	None
Cost	$49.00 for 60 capsules (1-2 months’ worth of administration)
Side effects	Abdominal discomfort and pain
Manufacturer guarantee(s)	Not offered
Purchasing	Via official distributors