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D-Mannose 500mg -
120 caps, (Now Foods)
- Urinary Tract Support
- Inhibits Bacterial Adhesion
D-Mannose is a simple sugar that occurs naturally in some plants, including cranberries. Although small amounts of D-Mannose are metabolized by the human body, much of it is rapidly excreted in the urine. In the bladder, D-Mannose can adhere to bacterial lectins, preventing them from sticking to the lining of the bladder. Bacteria can then be flushed away during urination, thereby precluding the formation of colonies within the urinary tract. Because insubstantial amounts of D-Mannose are used by the body, it does not interfere with blood sugar regulation. D-Mannose does not kill bacteria. Please see a health care professional if you have an infection.
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D-Mannose 500mg -
120 caps, (Now Foods)
Calories 6
Total Carbohydrate 1.5 g
Sugars 1.5 g
D-Mannose 1.5 g (1,500 mg)
As a dietary supplement, take 3 capsules 1 to 3 times daily. Take with water or unsweetened juice, such as unsweetened cranberry juice. Consider taking this product in combination with NOW Cranberry, VitaBerry Plus and Gr8-Dophilus.
Other Ingredients: Gelatin (capsule), Stearic Acid (vegetable source), Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source), Silica and Rice Flour.
Contains no: salt, yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, shellfish or preservatives.
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D-Mannose 500mg -
120 caps, (Now Foods)
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D-Mannose 500mg -
120 caps, (Now Foods)
FAQ
What is Mannose?
Technically known as D-Mannose, this is a simple six-carbon sugar. Mannose is a stereoisomer that is a mirror image of Glucose and naturally occurs as a monosaccharide (simple sugar) in fruit like blueberries and cranberries, as well as in other plants and fungi. NOW’s pure Mannose is derived from corn, white and sweet potatoes, and has a caloric value (similar to other sugars) of four calories per gram.
Mannose exists in two forms - alpha and beta. The alpha form is mild and sweet, while the beta form is bitter. The natural manufacturing methods for Mannose results in a mixture of these two forms; yielding a product that is mildly sweet with a slight bitter aftertaste.
How can a simple sugar like Mannose be good for me?
Studies suggest that Mannose may maintain and support a healthy urinary tract by blocking the adhesion of microorganisms like E. coli to the surface of the host tissue. In most cases, bacteria utilize tiny hair-like projections on their surface called fimbrium. Protruding from the tips of these fimbrium are glycoproteins called lectins. It’s these lectins that bind the bacteria to the surface tissues that line the urinary tract.
When sufficient Mannose is consumed, the excess molecules of this sugar present in the urine attach to the lectins, thereby blocking microorganisms from adhering to the tissues of the bladder and forming new colonies. The Mannose-bound bacteria are subsequently flushed away through the urinary tract.
Does Mannose act like sucrose once digested?
Although Mannose is a simple sugar and is absorbed in the upper gastrointestinal tract, it is absorbed at a slower rate than most sugars and is not readily converted to glycogen for storage. A substantial amount of Mannose is absorbed into the bloodstream and, after passing through the kidneys and bladder, is excreted into the urine.
How do you monitor the quality of your Mannose?
It is not certain just what is a "perfect" alpha- to beta- Mannose ratio, but an initial sweet taste indicates the ratio is sufficiently good. Mannose is analyzed to determine its purity. This is to preclude any dilution with other sugars, such as dextrose or sucrose. However, this analysis does not differentiate between the alpha and beta forms. NOW specifies that our mannose will exceed 99% purity and taste mildly sweet with a hint of a slightly bitter aftertaste.
Does Mannose work like an antibiotic?
Mannose has no antibiotic properties and will not kill existing infections. If you have persistent burning and/or urgency symptoms, please seek professional medical evaluation to determine if these symptoms are caused a urinary tract infection.
GUARANTEE/ SHIPPING INFORMATION
D-Mannose 500mg is shipped in a discrete, unmarked package. Orders are processed immediately and usually take about 3 to 5 working days to be received. Any information received is used only for order processing and shipping purposes. Your information, such as e-mail address, will never be disclosed to a third party.
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D-Mannose 500mg -
120 caps, (Now Foods)
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