A unique mix of ingredients

Actimel contains not just Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus (the bacteria that turns milk into yogurt), we also add our own unique bacteria, Lactobacillus paracasei. Luckily, when our scientists discovered it they named it something a bit more catchy: L. casei Danone®. 

L. casei Danone was selected from a wide collection of cultures and thanks to its association with the two other bacteria, the result was the delicious Actimel taste and texture we know today with 20 billion of live L. casei per bottle***. We also ensure that our little yogurt drinks always maintain the same amount of cultures all along shelf life and when they reach your gut. Indeed, L. casei Danone is a strain able to overcome the acid barrier of the stomach, reaching the gut alive.

Unlike other fermented milk products, Actimel undergoes a specific fermentation process, which enables L. casei Danone to grow in the best conditions and our shots to contain 20 billion cultures***. And thanks to a strict and dedicated quality control plan, we ensure that Actimel reaches your fridge with at least this amount of cultures.

We top up our Actimel shots with vitamins D and B6. Both these vitamins play a key role in supporting the immune system. A single Actimel shot contains 33% of your daily Reference Intake (RI) for Vitamin D and 15% of your daily Reference Intake (RI) for Vitamin B6. Look at it as a little top-up to help keep you on top.