Streptococcus salivarius (S. salivarius) is one of the most numerous beneficial bacteria found in the mouth of healthy individuals. However, only a small percent of people have S. salivarius with BLIS K12 activity. The K12 strain was originally discovered as scientists tracked the oral bacteria of a healthy child for several years that did not develop sore throats. Scientists found that this particular K12 strain of S. salivarius secretes powerful antimicrobial molecules called BLIS: Bacteriocin-Like-Inhibitory-Substances, with the ability to protect against harmful bacteria such as the bacteria responsible for bad breath, sore throat and other upper respiratory infections.
BLIS K12 is an advanced probiotic for the oral cavity (mouth) and upper respiratory tract. It is a specific and proprietary strain of S. salivarius with actions to help provide a natural defense against bad breath while boosting our immune system’s defenses.*