A Gut–Brain Axis Postbiotic for Positive Mood, Backed by Science
LAC-Living+ is a unique postbiotic strain developed with a focus on the connection between the gut and the brain. LAC-Living+ is scientifically studied to help maintain positive mood and support emotional well-being.
As demand grows for mood-supporting wellness solutions, LAC-Living+ offers an easy-to-use ingredient advantage: it is heat-killed and stable, easy to formulate, integrates seamlessly into products without requiring changes to existing manufacturing processes, and provides the benefit of an extended shelf life. LAC-Living+ is also suitable for a wide range of applications and is Halal and Kosher certified.*
Key Features
- Clinically studied postbiotic strain
A unique, heat-killed postbiotic developed with a focus on the gut–brain axis and its influence on mood and emotional well-being. - Backed by human randomized controlled trials
Studied in placebo-controlled human clinical trials using validated psychological assessment tools, including PANAS (Positive and Negative Affect Schedule) and POMS2 (Profile of Mood States, 2nd Edition). - Supports maintenance of positive mood
Intake of LAC-Living+ has been shown to help maintain positive feelings and reduce negative emotional states in healthy adults during the study period. - Demonstrated benefits for vitality and friendliness
Clinical findings suggest improvements in friendliness and vigor-activity, supporting everyday emotional balance and energy. - Stable postbiotic for easy formulation
LAC-Living+ offers excellent stability, seamless integration into existing manufacturing processes, and the advantage of an extended shelf life.
Why LAC-Living+?
- Gut–brain axis + mood focus: Developed specifically around the gut–brain connection and its role in mood and emotional well-being.
- Human clinical research: Studied in randomized, placebo-controlled human trials in healthy adults and evaluated using validated mood assessment tools, including PANAS and POMS2.*
- Maintains positive mood: Intake suggests support for maintaining positive feelings, including measures such as friendliness and vigor-activity.
- Formulation-friendly postbiotic: Heat-killed and stable, integrates easily into existing manufacturing processes and supports extended shelf life.
- Versatile ingredient for modern applications: Suitable for a wide range of functional foods, beverages, and dietary supplements, making it adaptable to diverse product formats
Resources
Interested in formulating with LAC-Living+ or exploring new opportunities in mood-focused wellness?
Explore our range of downloadable resources, including clinical study summaries and infographics highlighting the science behind LAC-Living+. Learn more about partnering with Morinaga as your trusted ingredient partner, backed by decades of research and innovation in probiotics and postbiotics.*
LAC-Living+ is a versatile, formulation-friendly postbiotic ingredient suitable for a broad range of product formats. Depending on your formulation needs and target audiences, LAC-Living+ can be incorporated into:
- Mood & Emotional Well-Being Supplements
Formulate daily wellness supplements designed to help maintain a positive mood and support emotional well-being through the gut–brain axis.* - Functional Foods & Beverages for Everyday Positivity
Add value to food and drink products positioned for modern lifestyle wellness—an adaptable ingredient that fits into everyday routines and supports a “light and free” feeling.* - Stable Postbiotic Formulations Across Product Lines
Because it is heat-killed and stable, LAC-Living+ integrates seamlessly into products without requiring changes to existing manufacturing processes and offers the advantage of an extended shelf life—supporting broad application flexibility.*
Legislation can be varied by country when it comes to specific dosage and potential health claims of each strain.
Our regulatory team can help and advise you as to the appropriate individual markets permit. Morinaga’s global regulatory experts are in all major regions. We are committed to delivering expert advice and practical solutions to optimize your company’s success.
The information on this website is intended exclusively for business-to-business purposes and is not intended for end-consumer utilization. It is predicated upon our rigorous research and development endeavors and, to the best of our knowledge, is deemed reliable. Morinaga disclaims any liability arising from the utilization of its products, as the terms of employment are beyond our purview. The business-oriented information furnished herein should not be construed as a substitute for professional counsel. Prior to implementation, manufacturers and marketers are advised to ascertain compliance with local regulatory prerequisites, given that divergent claims may be permissible contingent upon the prevailing regulations in individual countries. This presentation is purely informative in a scientific context and does not constitute claims or marketing notifications within the jurisdiction of the United States.
Explore the Morinaga Probiotics Center to delve into key highlights showcasing the clinical efficacy of LAC-Living+.
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