Faecium
What is Faecium?
Enterococcus faecium is a type of bacteria that lives in the intestines of humans and animals. It is often used as a probiotic, which means it is a live microorganism that may provide health benefits when consumed. It is typically grown in labs for use in food products.
Is Faecium gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Faecium a major allergen?
Enterococcus faecium is a bacterium and is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens.
What is Faecium used for?
Enterococcus faecium is added to foods, especially yogurt and other fermented dairy products, as a probiotic to support gut health.
Is Faecium safe?
Enterococcus faecium is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Enterococcus faecium is added to foods, especially yogurt and other fermented dairy products, as a probiotic to support gut health. Manufacturers use it to enhance the nutritional profile of products by adding beneficial live bacteria.
Health notes
Enterococcus faecium is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. It is considered a beneficial bacterium when consumed as a probiotic, with studies exploring its role in gut health. Regulatory bodies like the FDA monitor its use in food products. Evidence for specific health benefits is still being researched.
Allergen info
Enterococcus faecium is a bacterium and is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Faecium
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