are these shipped with cold packs to keep the raw, probiotics alive?
605434
Even though they can be packed with ice, are they kept refrigerated while in storage before we even purchase them???
605435
They are not shipped automatically with ice packs. You can request ice packs be added for a small fee.
88217
No. These products are room temperature stable and are not shipped in cold pack.
1971648
The probiotics need to be in the refrigerator, and so are typically sent with a cold pack, but digestive enzymes aren't usually as sensitive to heat. In my experience, they should be fine while being shipped to you. Hope this helps!
729613
Refrigeration is not required but I always keep my probiotics refrigerated. Excellent product
137780
HI the probiotics companies allow for some die off when shipping. They have more of the bacteria strains then what is listed on the box. We do have ice packs that we can ship with and just request it. Please note the ice will melt before the item gets there but will keep cool for a while but it will not be like when you ship meat on dry ice or anything like that.
2043897
Excellent question. I am concerned about this and i called this probiotic manufacturer. They said that in buying the vendor should refrigerate. I decided NOT to buy probiotic from anyone anymore unless I know the refrigeration is complete manufacture to selling.
53586
Thank you for your email. We have previously been in contact with the manufacturer and they have reassured us we do not need to ship this item with cold packs. They have tested this product, and a short period of time out of refrigeration did not result in loss to potency. Once you receive the products you will simply need to store it back into refrigeration which will help prolong the shelf life. The products are stored in a refrigerator in our warehouse until the time it is ready to be shipped. I hope this answers your question. If I can assist you with anything else please let me know.
1719723
No, they are shipped room temp and that is how I keep them, even after I open the bag - just like oatmeal. But the bag is not resealable. I transfer mine into something with a tight lid to keep out insects or moisture.
1356903
As per Custom Probiotics website, "the loss at room temperature wthin a few weeks is very low. We can therefore assure you that the quality of our very high potency probiotic dietary supplements will not be compromised." Here at Sun Organics, we do keep all our probiotics refrigerated and suggest you do the same upon receipt. Our goal is to provide you value products at affordable prices. To add cool packs would add at least $10 to the product cost. WARNING: ANY SELLER SHIPPING VIA AMAZON FULFILLMENT - AMAZON DOES NOT OFFER REFRIGERATED WAREHOUSING, SO PRODUCT WILL DETERIORATE.
309681
Ordered the same variety of probiotic through Amazon and, similarly, it arrived without the benefit of a cold pack. However, (a) I ordered it during the winter, (b) the package was chilly to the touch upon arrival, and (c) the probiotic works as advertised. If you're concerned, return it and insist that your package be sent in a refrigerated condition. Otherwise, try it and see if it works. For my part, I intend to lay in a several month supply supply before the weather warms up, thereby avoiding the whole issue.
555417
Mine didn't arrive in cold packs. I doubt this has changed unless it states so expressly in the description.
1809282
Sorry we do not ship with any ice packs. They do not need any refrigeration for short time during shipping. When opened for use or when kept in inventory they should be kept under refrigeration. Thank you House of Nutrition
264303
They are supposed to be stored at cool temps & I received mine in a super hot box. Whatever live bacteria existed were destroyed without a doubt. They should ship them with cold packs. I returned them for this reason & the replacement arrived exactly the same plus was left out in the sun. Would be great if they took care of their product. I won't be ordering again.
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I would say yes. But I don't work for the company, so I have no way of knowing for sure. However, I can say that Pure Encapsulations products are considered by top healthcare professionals to be of the highest quality, so it would be odd if they didn't kept their probiotics refrigerated. If you are worried, you could switch to their shelf stable probiotic, called Pure Encapsulations Probiotic GI. I use them all the time when I travel because I don't always have access to a fridge, and they do not require refrigeration. It says so on the label. I have found that this does not make them any less efficacious.
2136055
No, refrigeration isn't necessary. The probiotics in the product are in spore form, so they actually germinate in the intestines. Kind of cool.
201461
Threelac probiotic does not ship with a cold pack. Refrigeration is not required although the company indicates that consumers may refrigerate if they so wish, however, they caution against potential for freezing as that woulddamage the product. Stability studies have shown claimed activity up till expiration date.
798393
Some of the probiotic foods and pills need to be refrigerated. These and some other probiotic pills don't need refrigeration. I'm not positive why.