Probiotic Drink Innovation With Mangga's Taste Helps Maintain Health Implementation

JAKARTA - Maintaining digestive health is an important foundation to support overall body fitness. Healthy digestive channels play a role in absorbing nutrients, distributing them as energy, and supporting the immune system.

One of the main keys is the presence of good bacteria in the intestines that help maintain the balance of the microbiota. When the digestive system works optimally, the body will be stronger to face various health challenges.

According to Dr.dr. Indra Wijaya, an internal medicine specialist, intestinal health is influenced by various external factors, and probiotics have an important role in maintaining the balance of microbiota which has a major impact on overall health, including diabetes management.

"This external factor can affect the health of the intestines, so it is important to consume probiotics regularly so that the microbiota remains balanced and supports optimal intestinal function," said Indra at the launch of Yakult Mangga from his press statement to VOI.

In an effort to maintain this digestive system, the consumption of nutritious food and drinks, including those containing probiotics, is an important part of everyday lifestyle. One of the options that is now present for the people of Indonesia is probiotic drinks with local flavors, such as a fresh and familiar mango taste in the tongue.

Mango, as a tropical fruit that has been popular in Indonesia since the past, is known not only for its sweet taste and distinctive aroma, but also for its nutritional content. This fruit is rich in vitamins and fiber that are good for digestion, and is often used as part of the dessert by many families.

Seeing this potential, a new variant of Yakult comes with a touch of mango flavor. This product combines the benefits of probiotic bacteria Lactobacillus casei Shirota strain with the freshness of natural mangoes.

Not only relying on probiotics, this drink is also enriched with vitamin D which plays a role in the immune function and bone health. This additional nutrition is designed to help people who are rarely exposed to direct sunlight, especially those who are active indoors or live in urban areas.

"We understand that urban communities often lack Vitamin D. Yakult Mangga is a practical solution to support immunity and gut health," said President Director of PT Yakult Indonesia Persada, Toshikoli Iwamoto.

The launch of this mango flavor variant took place on May 23, 2025 in Jakarta, and was also attended by health professionals and food industry players. The event also discussed how probiotics work in the body to balance gut flora and support a healthy digestive system.

In addition, demonstrations from a mixologist also show that probiotic drinks can be created in a variety of refreshing drink recipes. This new product will also be available to the wider community starting June 2, 2025.

"Bulk health is not just a trend, but a need. When digestion are in good condition, the body will be more powerful, immunity will increase, and the quality of life will also be raised," concluded doctor Indra.