Activia EXPERT: A Simple Way to Support Your Gut

We all know gut health is important. In fact, nearly every Canadian considers it when choosing what to eat. Still, figuring out where to begin can feel overwhelming with so much information out there. You’re not alone: over half of Canadians want to improve their digestive health, yet they don’t know how to begin.

It’s tough to sort through all the health tips out there, especially since so much of it is driven by social media, where a Canadian Medical Association study found that 62% of people have been misled by health information.

As Janna Boloten MHM, RD, Director of Nutrition and Scientific Affairs at Danone Canada, points out, our daily habits, especially nutrition and diet, can truly make a difference, but consumers are looking for trusted, effective, and practical guidance.

That’s where it matters who you trust.

Activia is a pioneer in the gut health space and is the #1 doctor-recommended probiotic food and beverage brand in Canada. Now, the brand is building on its credibility and over 35 years of global research with a new product line: Activia EXPERT.

Activia EXPERT is the brand’s most advanced yogurt yet, and it’s backed by a team of over 300 global scientists. The biggest difference? This new line is the first of its kind in Canada to combine an exclusive blend of probiotics with prebiotics.

Probiotics vs. Prebiotics: A Simple Explanation

This is where things can sound complicated, but the idea is actually quite simple.

Think of your gut as a garden:

Probiotics are the beneficial bacteria (the good flora) that you want to cultivate. Like the original Activia, every serving of EXPERT contains more than a billion of these probiotics to support your gut health.

Prebiotics are essentially the fertilizer or special food for those good bacteria. They help the good guys thrive.

Activia EXPERT uses Inulin, which is a prebiotic fibre found naturally in many plant-based foods, like fruits and whole grains. Research shows that consuming 5g of inulin a day regularly helps increase a specific beneficial bacteria in your gut called Bifidobacteria. Every serving of Activia EXPERT is a simple way to get 2.5g of this important prebiotic fibre.

Activia EXPERT was thoughtfully developed to fit modern health-conscious lifestyles.

Beyond the “probiotic and prebiotic” combination, the new line offers an updated, nutritious profile:

More Protein: Each serving offers between 6g and 7g of protein.

Less Sugar: The EXPERT line contains 35% less sugar than the leading competitor.

No Gelatin: All products in the EXPERT range are crafted without gelatin.

Anchored in science and supported by Activia’s long-standing digestive health expertise, this product is designed for anyone looking for elevated support in their daily digestive health routine.

The best part? This advanced support doesn’t require a lot of effort. Activia EXPERT is a simple, tasty addition to your routine—whether you spoon it straight, swirl it into a bowl of oats, or blend it into a smoothie.

True to the brand’s commitment to quality, the EXPERT range is proudly prepared in Canada at Danone’s Boucherville, Quebec facility, using 100% Canadian milk.

You can find Activia EXPERT nationwide in a few varieties:

Two 750g tubs: Plain and Vanilla

Three 4-packs of 100g: Cherry, Blueberry, and Strawberry

If you’re among the many Canadians who feel overwhelmed but want an effective, trustworthy way to support your gut health, adding Activia EXPERT to your routine might be a simple step forward.