d-Mannose Powder
Concentrated urinary tract support ◊
| Form |
Retail Price |
Discounted Price
SAVE 10% |
| 50 g. Powder |
$38.90 |
$35.01 |
| 100 g. Powder |
$66.10 |
$59.49 |
Brand: Pure Encapsulations
Recommendations: 1/2 teaspoon 3 times per day, mixed with water, with or between meals.
d-Mannose is a simple sugar found naturally in cranberries, pineapple, and other plant sources. It is metabolized in small amounts, the remainder of which is excreted via the urine.
Uses For d-Mannose
Urinary Tract Support: As it is flushed out of the body, d-mannose maintains a healthy environment for the mucosal surface of the urinary tract.◊
What Is The Source?
The source of d-mannose is birch/beech wood hydrolysate.
Are There Any Potential Side Effects Or Precautions?
If pregnant or lactating, consult your physician before taking this product. Although it is a simple sugar, very little d-mannose is actually metabolized. Therefore, it does not interfere with blood sugar regulation even for diabetics, though close monitoring is always advised.
Are There Any Potential Drug Interactions?
At this time, there are no known adverse reactions when taken in conjunction with medications.
◊ These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
References:
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