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Does it contain Zinc?

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Hi there ~ Zinc is not usually found in probiotics. Here is the ingredient list: 
Active Ingredient:    HOWARU®* Restore II Blend 20 Billion CFUs: Bifidobacterium lactis (Bl-04) 5 Billion CFUs, Bifidobacterium lactis (Bi-07) 5 Billion CFUs, Lactobacillus acidophilus (NCFM) 5 Billion CFUs, Lactobacillus paracasei (Lpc-37) 5 Billion CFUs. 
Other Ingredients:    
Hypromellose (derived from cellulose) capsule, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Calcium Laurate, Silicon Dioxide. 
If you are looking for a BioTE product that contains Zinc - the BioTE Iodine+ does contain Zinc.
All the best

Question 2

What makes this brand better than a cheaper brand

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Hi Shirley,
BioTE supplements are supplied by Thorne Research - one of the most respected suppliers in the business. When it comes to probiotics, quality is key. It is not necessarily how many millions and billions of microbiota that are in the probiotic - but how many survive the gastric fluids in your stomach, to reach the small intestine so it can start the repair and protect process you are shooting for with probiotics.
Probiotics are living microorganisms, like bacteria and yeast, that reside in our gut and are vital for our body to function properly. However, our contemporary diet and modern medicine have made it very easy for the body to lose the most important types of gut bacteria, leaving our body to slow down or be sluggish. When taken daily, probiotics promote good gut microbiota bacteria that support a healthy immune system, hormone and pH balance, weight management, and a steady digestive system. MULTI-STRAIN PROBIOTICS 20B helps replenish and support healthy bacteria in your microbiome. The microbiome plays a vital role in the recycling and metabolizing of hormones, including thyroid hormones and estrogen. BioTE MULTI STRAIN PROBIOTICS 20B contains 20 billion active cultures per capsule and supports the digestive tract and immune function of individuals under stress. Packaging protects each capsule from natural factors proven to compromise probiotics' stability, such as heat, moisture, and oxygen. Each strain selected is well-researched and identity-verified and has been genetically characterized and properly classified for safety and assurance. 
I hope this helps! All the best, Carolyn Zaumeyer, Nurse Practitioner, BioTE Provider at LowTE Florida.

ASIN	B0865R1C62
ASIN	B0865R1C62
Age Range Description	Adult
Best Sellers Rank	#22,766 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #93 in Electric Massagers #113 in Acidophilus Nutritional Supplements
Brand Name	Biote
Container Type	Bottle
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (488)
Date First Available	March 20, 2020
Dosage Form	Capsule
Flavor	Green Tea-b
Global Trade Identification Number	00850026840148
Item Dimensions	3.31 x 0.29 x 5.75 inches
Item Form	Capsule
Manufacturer	Thorne
Manufacturer	Thorne
Manufacturer Part Number	693749008644
Material Features	Dairy Free, Gluten Free
Number of Items	1
Product Benefits	Digestive Health,Gut Health
Product Dimensions	3.31 x 0.29 x 5.75 inches; 1.13 ounces
Special Ingredients	Gluten Free
Total Servings Per Container	30
UPC	850026840148
Unit Count	30 Count

Biote Nutraceuticals - Multi-Strain PROBIOTIC 20B - Gut + Digestive (30 Capsules)

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