Ingredient

Lactobacillus Plantarum

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add L. plantarum to foods as a probiotic to potentially benefit gut health. …

What it is

Lactobacillus plantarum is a type of bacteria commonly found in fermented foods like sauerkraut and pickles, as well as in the human gut. It is often grown in labs for use as a probiotic supplement or food ingredient.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add L. plantarum to foods as a probiotic to potentially benefit gut health. It is frequently found in foods marketed for energy, protein, and muscle recovery, such as drinks, snack bars, and yogurt.

Health notes

Lactobacillus plantarum is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is considered a beneficial microorganism, and research suggests it may play a role in gut health. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated probiotics, but specific evaluations for L. plantarum's health effects in food are ongoing and complex, with ongoing research into its precise benefits and mechanisms.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing Lactobacillus Plantarum

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Garden of Life, Inc. Organic Plant Protein Smooth Coffee Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks 385kcal 57.7Protein 7.7Fat 19.2Carbs Garden of Life, Inc. Garden Of Life, Organic Plant Protein Energy Powder Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks 417kcal 62.5Protein 8.3Fat 16.7Carbs Organic Plant Protein, Smooth Vanilla Garden of Life, Inc. Organic Plant Protein, Smooth Vanilla Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks 385kcal 57.7Protein 7.7Fat 23.1Carbs Organic Plant Protein, Smooth Chocolate GARDEN OF LIFE Organic Plant Protein, Smooth Chocolate Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks 393kcal 53.6Protein 8.9Fat 25Carbs Garden of Life, Inc. Garden Of Life, Fruits Of Life, Matrix Bar, Summer Berry, Summer Berry Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 391kcal 6.2Protein 7.8Fat 71.9Carbs Garden of Life, Inc. Garden Of Life, Perfect Food, Whole Food Greens Bar, Red Raspberry, Red Raspberry Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 375kcal 10.9Protein 9.4Fat 65.6Carbs Garden of Life, Inc. Garden Of Life, Super Seed, Fiber Bar, Apple Cinnamon, Apple Cinnamon Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 368kcal 8.8Protein 8.8Fat 66.2Carbs Garden of Life, Inc. Garden Of Life, Perfect Food, Chocolate Covered Greens Bar, Chocolate Raspberry, Chocolate Raspberry Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 406kcal 9.4Protein 14.1Fat 65.6Carbs N V E Pharmaceuticals Creamy Vanilla Protein, Creamy Vanilla Soda 375kcal —Protein 1.6Fat 21.9Carbs N V E Pharmaceuticals Double Dutch Chocolate Protein, Double Dutch Chocolate Soda 375kcal —Protein 1.6Fat 25Carbs Chemi-Source, Inc. Chocolate Flavor Gainer Powder, Chocolate Chocolate 417kcal 29.8Protein 7.1Fat 58.3Carbs Garden of Life, Inc. Organic Plant Protein Single Serving Packets, Smooth Vanilla, Smooth Vanilla Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks 340kcal 56.6Protein 7.5Fat 18.9Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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