Not All Probiotics Are Created Equal: Why We Chose L. plantarum for Vaginal Health

When it comes to probiotics, each strain has its own strengths. That’s because different strains have different genes, ways of working, and relationships with your body. So, choosing the right strain matters - especially for something as sensitive as vaginal health.

One standout? Lactiplantibacillus plantarum (formerly Lactobacillus plantarum). It’s been shown in lab studies to be more effective against yeast than other strains like L. casei or L. acidophilus. That’s why it’s the hero ingredient in Muna.

Here’s how L. plantarum helps keep your vaginal microbiome in balance:

🌸 1. It keeps things acidic
This strain produces lactic acid, which helps lower vaginal pH to a healthy acidic level (around 3.8–4.5). Candida - the yeast that causes infections - can’t grow well in that environment.

🧫 2. It crowds out the bad stuff
L. plantarum sticks to vaginal cells, taking up space and nutrients so Candida can’t move in and take over.

🛡️ 3. It fights yeast directly
It releases natural substances like bacteriocins and hydrogen peroxide that can kill or slow down Candida.

🧬 4. It supports your immune system
This probiotic can boost your body’s natural defences, helping immune cells recognize and fight off harmful microbes.

🧍♀️ 5. It helps after antibiotics
If antibiotics wipe out good bacteria, L. plantarum can help restore balance and reduce your chances of getting a yeast infection.

Why Use a Single-Strain Probiotic?

Some probiotic blends contain a mix of strains, but single-strain probiotics like Muna have their own advantages:

✔️ Targeted benefits
When research shows one strain works for a specific issue (like L. plantarum for yeast infections), it makes sense to focus on that.

✔️ Clearer results
If you’re tracking your symptoms or trying to troubleshoot, it’s easier to know what’s working when you’re only taking one strain.

✔️ No strain competition
With fewer strains, there’s less risk of them interfering with each other in your body.

This is what makes Muna different.  Evidence based with L. plantarum and Vitamin D, specifically targeted to yeast infections and your overall vaginal health.  For more information about our probiotic and our brand check us out at imanahealth.com.