This invention provides bacterial compositions. For example, bacterial compositions having a combination of different bacterial strains formulated in a manner to maintain the stability of the bacteria are provided. In some embodiments, methods and materials provided herein can be used to deliver an effective and live dose of probiotics, to protect the probiotics during shelf life storage, and/or to achieve gastrointestinal bioavailability.Cette invention concerne des compositions bactériennes. Par exemple, elle concerne des compositions bactériennes contenant une combinaison de différentes souches bactériennes formulées de manière à maintenir la stabilité des bactéries.