All You Need To Know About Probiotic Yogurts | Activia Canada

All yogurts are made with Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus, but most yogurts do not contain probiotics. Probiotics are living, friendly bacteria that have been scientifically studied, and when consumed in sufficient amounts, they provide a health benefit beyond basic nutrition. Activia yogurts contain Lactobacillus bulgaricus, Streptococcus thermophilus, Lactococcus lactis AND our probiotic culture, BL Regularis.

Bifidobacterium (animalis) lactis is an exclusive strain of bifidobacteria specially selected by Danone Vitapole (Daniel Carasso Research Centre) and known in Canada under the name BL Regularis. BL Regularis is a probiotic, active, living culture used only by Danone. BL Regularis contributes to the proper functioning of the digestive system and a healthy gut flora.*

*When consumed as part of a balanced diet and a healthy life style.

Our fresh milk is 100% Canadian.

It comes entirely from the Federation of Milk Producers of Quebec or the Dairy Farmers of Ontario.

The fruit used in our yogurt can come from anywhere in the world, depending on season and availability.

All Danone yogurts contain lactose, except for Activia Lactose-free yogurt. Yogurt is well tolerated by people with lactose intolerance. These people have difficulty absorbing the sugar found in milk, known as lactose, because they produce little or none of the lactase enzyme required to break down lactose into two sugars, thereby making it absorbable. The fermenting agents in yogurt contain this enzyme and pre-digest a part of the lactose. Furthermore, because of its thick texture, yogurt travels slowly through the digestive tract and therefore enters the intestine little by little, allowing for better absorption of the remaining lactose.

Activia is suitable for the whole family, including children who are looking to eat a healthy, balanced diet.

Like all dairy products, yogurt should preferably be eaten by the “best before” date.  However, if it is only slightly past the expiry date, there is no danger. The product will simply contain fewer living bacteria and the taste could be slightly more acidic.

The gelatin in Activia is from a bovine source. Our Activia Immune System Probiotic Drink and Activia Plain yogurt do not contain gelatin.

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Introducing Activia Expert, a delicious new premium range of Activia probiotic yogurts, with prebiotics to support your gut health and protein to support your daily routine.

Without gelatin and with 35% less sugar*, this new range is our most advanced yogurt to take care of your digestive wellbeing!

Activia Expert is available in multi-packs of four 100g cups in strawberry, blueberry, and cherry flavours, as well as in 750g tubs in plain and vanilla flavours. 

Yes. Our strawberry, blueberry, cherry, and vanilla flavours contain 2.8% M.F., and our plain flavour contains 2.9% M.F. 

The Activia Expert range contains our most advanced yogurt blend yet - made with prebiotics and probiotics to support healthy gut flora, all with high protein content and less sugar*.

The Activia Expert range is a gelatin-free yogurt with less sugar* that goes beyond probiotics—bringing together prebiotics to help good gut bacteria thrive, thus supporting a healthy gut**, and protein, so you can start your day strong.

Activia Expert contains more than 1 billion active probiotics per serving, consistent across the entire Activia range.

Probiotics are living microorganisms that provide health benefits when consumed regularly in the right amounts. Prebiotics are a form of fibre that feed the beneficial bacteria in the gut, helping them flourish. 

For our 750g tubs, the plain flavoured tub contains 7g of protein per serving of 115g, and the vanilla flavoured tub contains 6g protein per serving of 115g. Our multipacks of four contain 6g of protein per serving of 100g.

This range comes at a premium given that it’s Canada’s first yogurt to unite probiotics, prebiotics, protein, and less sugar* in a unique gelatin-free formula that nurtures your gut and your body.

At Danone, we are committed to continuously innovate our products based on new research and knowledge concerning gut health. Activia Expert puts forward a new level of innovation within the current Activia product portfolio - it’s our first yogurt to be gelatin-free, while also delivering a combination of protein and prebiotics. More precisely, each 100g serving of Activia Expert contains 2.5g of inulin, a prebiotic fibre. Regular consumption of inulin, at 5g per day, has been shown to increase bifidobacteria in the gut, which are beneficial bacteria that can help support digestive health.

Given that Activia Expert is a premium range, its visual design is meant to reflect its innovation and market exclusivity - showcasing its gelatin-free recipe, less sugar*, and the addition of prebiotics and protein, a first for both our brand and the Canadian yogurt category.

Yes! As a matter of fact, Activia Expert is proudly prepared in our Boucherville yogurt plant, located at the heart of the province of Quebec.

The fresh milk used for the Activia Expert range comes entirely from Canadian farmers.

Activia Expert is not suitable for people allergic to milk proteins. When in doubt, always check the label on the packaging. 

No, Activia Expert does not contain gluten. Although Danone has rigorous cleaning procedures that limit the risk of cross-contamination of allergens, our suppliers are not certified gluten-free. Consumers with food sensitivities should always consult product labels before consuming. Only products labeled or certified as "gluten-free" have measures in place to ensure that they are free of gluten. 

Activia is proud to share that the Activia Expert range does not contain gelatin, thus answering a growing need within the Canadian population and meeting a variety of dietary preferences.

Yes, all yogurts naturally contain lactose, a sugar present in milk. However, yogurt is generally tolerated better than milk by people who have lactose intolerance because the fermenting agents in yogurt digest part of the lactose. Furthermore, it is not necessary for people with lactose intolerance to eliminate milk products from their diet. Since each person can have a different tolerance to lactose, we recommend consulting a dietitian for more information.  

No, Activia Expert needs to be refrigerated so that it stays safe and tasty for you to enjoy. 

Unfortunately, not at this time. However, we are proud to share that the Activia Expert range is made with a gelatin-free formula.

Yes, all Activia products are proudly CDHF certified. You can learn more about digestive health and managing your digestive condition at Home - Canadian Digestive Health Foundation.

All Danone yogurts contain lactose, except for Activia Lactose-free yogurt. Yogurt is well tolerated by people with lactose intolerance. These people have difficulty absorbing the sugar found in milk, known as lactose, because they produce little or none of the lactase enzyme required to break down lactose into two sugars, thereby making it absorbable. The fermenting agents in yogurt contain this enzyme and pre-digest a part of the lactose. Furthermore, because of its thick texture, yogurt travels slowly through the digestive tract and therefore enters the intestine little by little, allowing for better absorption of the remaining lactose.