D Mannose

D Mannose (occasionally spelled d-mannose, dmannose or simply mannose) is a naturally occurring sugar molecule that can be found in some plants, including cranberries. D mannose is frequently used to treat and prevent UTI's (urinary tract infections), bladder infections and cystitis.

The vast majority of D mannose consumed is not metabolised by the body and is instead passed unchanged in urine and that's exactly how D Mannose can help clear UTI and bladder infections. D mannose has the ability to "stick" to undesirable bacteria (E coli) during its journey through the urinary tract and thus bind to UTI causing bacteria.

D Mannose Powder and Capsules

We stock D mannose in 2 varieties; 100% pure powder and high strength 500mg capsules. We've tried to keep our pricing at the lowest possible for these fantastic products, as such we are among the most competitive in the UK. Those looking for the most D mannose per pound (£) will find the powder is a better deal due to lower manufacturing costs. Capsules cost slightly more to purchase but are far more convenient for use when traveling.

D mannose and UTIs

The vast majority (up to 90%) of urinary tract infections are caused by E Coli bacteria. When certain E coli bacteria pass though the urinary tract they have the ability to stick or glue themselves onto the lining of the bladder. It's this sticking mechanism that allows D mannose to work so effectively.

Certain E coli bacteria have this ability due this due their projections (called lectin). These sticky lectin projections are what allows the bacteria to resist being passed away when we urinate; they glue themselves to the lining of the urinary tract and start to proliferate, causing all the symptoms of a UTI.

When D mannose is consumed it largely passes straight though the body unchanged; it's urinated out. Just as the E coli bacteria sticks to the lining of the urinary tract, it also sticks to the passing D mannose, beating the bacteria at its own game! The D mannose-bacteria complex is then urinated out.

How Much D Mannose Should I Take?

If you're acutely suffering from a UTI we recommend taking 2 grams (4 capsules, 1 teaspoon) every 3 hours. Continue as the symptoms subside for a few days just to be sure that the majority of the bacteria has been washed away.

For those looking to maintain a healthy bladder, we recommend taking 1 gram (2 capsules, 1/2 a teaspoon daily) for preventative purposes.

GMP Quality Assured D Mannose

Our D mannose products are GMP quality assured, they are manufactured by NOW Foods, one of the USA's best selling nutritional supplement brands. NOW have operated for over 40 years and have a fantastic track record of producing high quality nutritional supplements. You can rest assured that our products contain exactly what they say on the tub.

D Mannose, D-Mannose or Dmannose?

There appear to be lots of differently accepted spelling of D mannose on the internet. All are refering to the same product.

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