Probiotics are very important for digestive health, the good bacteria found in these high strength live probiotics are important to help with digestion and absorption of nutrients consumed. Bacteria count is not important, but what is important that the bacteria is live, active and viable and not freeze dried. The more strains of bacteria there are the better as they work at different sections of the GI tract as each strain perform a different function in the digestive system. Good bacteria also help in controlling excessive yeast caused by conditions such as thrush. Suitable for vegetarians, vegans and children.