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D-Mannose: A Natural Alternative for UTI Support

Routine treatment of bladder and kidney infections usually involves antibiotics. For the common urinary tract infections (UTIs), antibiotics are often an inferior treatment choice. Overuse of antibiotics has led to their lack of effectiveness. This issue has become increasingly concerning as antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria continue to emerge. As a result, there is a growing need to explore alternative treatment options and preventive strategies for managing UTIs.

What is D-Mannose?

D-mannose is a naturally occurring simple sugar that has shown promise as an alternative treatment for urinary tract infections (UTIs). Small amounts of D-mannose are found in fruits and are naturally created by our bodies.

What Does D-Mannose Do?

• D-Mannose cleanses the urinary tract and keeps the bladder lining healthy.
• The body quickly removes excess D-mannose through urine. This means it doesn’t affect your blood sugar levels.
• Scientific studies show that taking D-mannose regularly can help keep your urinary tract working normally.
• In simple terms, D-mannose is a natural compound that can help maintain urinary health without disrupting your body’s sugar balance.

The recommended dosage for D-mannose supplementation is typically around 1–2 grams per day, divided into multiple doses.

How Does D-Mannose Work?

The primary cause of UTIs is an overgrowth of Escherichia coli (E. coli) bacteria, found in over 90% of all bladder infections. E. coli is part of the normal microflora in the intestinal tract, but it doesn’t belong in the bladder and urinary tract.

The cell walls of E. coli are covered with tiny finger-like projections that allow them to “stick” to the inner walls of the bladder and multiply, leading to infection. D-mannose can more efficiently attach to E. coli in the urinary tract, preventing the bacteria from latching onto cells and causing infection. D-mannose doesn’t kill bacteria; it helps to flush misplaced E. coli out of the urinary tract naturally.

Why is D-Mannose Superior to Antibiotics?

E. coli is “rinsed away” with D-mannose, which is considered superior to killing E. coli with antibiotics. While antibiotics can kill harmful bacteria, they also destroy friendly micro-organisms. This disruption often leads to yeast infections and can weaken the immune system over time.

D-mannose treatment of E. coli bladder and urinary tract infections is an ecologically sound approach. The small amounts of D-mannose not excreted are harmless, and it tastes pleasant, making it easy to take.

References

• Ala-Jaakkola, R., Laitila, A., Ouwehand, A. C., & Lehtoranta, L. (2022). Role of D-mannose in urinary tract infections – a narrative review. Nutrition Journal, 21, Article 18. Read here
• Healthline Editorial Team. (2022). D-Mannose for UTI: What the Research Says. Healthline. Read here
• Liu, J., & He, Y. (2022). D-Mannose: A promising therapeutic agent for urinary tract infection and beyond. NCBI. Read here