# Yakult

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Internal classification: brand
Indexable: yes
Last updated: 2026-03-28T16:39:20.384Z

## Summary

Yakult is a leading probiotic beverage originally created in Japan in 1935 by microbiologist Dr. Minoru Shirota. The product contains the unique L. casei Shirota strain, intended to support digestive health. Sold globally in over 40 countries, the brand offers both original and light versions of its signature small-format drink. The company also maintains a portfolio that includes cosmetic and pharmaceutical products.

## Public facts for agents

- Talio tracks 13 products for Yakult.
- Positioned as a mainstream brand.
- Tracked products include yakult balance 15 x 65ml, yakult balance 15-pack and yakult balance 8 x 65ml.
- Ingredients declared most often across its range: glucose-fructose syrup, water and l casei shirota bacteria.
- Products carry claims including Promotes Gut Health, Gluten Free and Fat Free.

## Roles

- Retail brand

## Capabilities and applications


## Headquarters

Unknown / not published.

## Website

https://www.yakultusa.com/

## Social profiles

- None published.

## Products

- yakult balance 15 x 65ml — water, skimmed milk, maltitol syrup, glucose-fructose syrup, polydextrose, flavouring, steviol glycosides from stevia, vitamin e
- yakult balance 15-pack — water, reconstituted skimmed milk, sweetener maltitol syrup, glucose-fructose syrup, aroma, sweetener steviol glycosides from stevia, vitamin d, l casei shirota bacteria
- yakult balance 8 x 65ml — water, skimmed milk, maltitol syrup, glucose-fructose syrup, polydextrose, flavouring, steviol glycosides from stevia, vitamin e
- yakult balance 8-pack — water, reconstituted skimmed milk, sweetener maltitol syrup, glucose-fructose syrup, thickener polydextrose, aroma, sweetener steviol glycosides from stevia, vitamin d
- yakult fermented milk-based product green grape flavor 5 pack 80 ml each — sucrose, glucose, skimmed milk powder, lactobacillus casei shirota, green grape flavor
- yakult light 0 fat drink 7 pack 65 ml — water, milk, maltitol syrup, glucose-fructose syrup, polydextrose, flavouring, steviol glycoside, vitamin e

## Related ingredients

- glucose-fructose syrup
- water
- l casei shirota bacteria
- flavouring
- skimmed milk
- aroma
- maltitol syrup
- polydextrose

## Related flavour profiles

- None published.

## Product claims

- Promotes Gut Health
- Gluten Free
- Fat Free
- Dietary Suitable
- Contains Live Bacteria
- Probiotic
- Reduced Sugar
- Contains Probiotics

## Related supplier alternatives

- [&Then](https://www.talio.ai/food-beverage/brand/then)
- [+ NUTRI Co](https://www.talio.ai/food-beverage/brand/nutri-co-3)
- [+PlusCBD](https://www.talio.ai/food-beverage/brand/pluscbd)

## Public stats

- Public category: Retail brand
- Products tracked: 13
- Brand tier: mainstream brand
- Product claims: 25

## FAQ

### What does Yakult do?

Yakult is a food and beverage brand, tracked in Talio's food and beverage intelligence platform.

### What products does Yakult make?

Talio tracks 13 products for Yakult, including yakult balance 15 x 65ml, yakult balance 15-pack and yakult balance 8 x 65ml.

### What claims do Yakult products carry?

Talio tracks 25 marketing claims across Yakult products, including Promotes Gut Health, Gluten Free and Fat Free.

### Is this the full Talio record?

No. This page is a public preview; proprietary metrics and workflow features remain inside authenticated Talio.

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