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Try D-Mannose. I'd had uti's 30+ years (approx. 6x yr and had to keep taking stronger antibiotics) then a friend told me about D-Mannose and to check it out. I had gone to my GP first, then an urologist in private practice and neither seemed to have heard about it when I told them I've been using it. Recently, my GP told me a study showed that D-Mannose is very effective. This is the description of the product on Amazon: "Healthy Urinary Tract Washes Away Undesirable Particles* 100% Pure Vegetarian Product 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 undesirable foreign substances, preventing them from sticking to the lining of the bladder. Because insubstantial amounts of D-Mannose are used by the body, it does not interfere with blood sugar regulation.* Mannose: A Spoonful of Sugar Product FAQ's Online Seminar - Women's Health Issues: Listen to a seminar on women's health issues and the supplements that address some of the most common concerns for women today." Read the Reviews!
I take get the bulk powder (red figure on front of bag) and take 1t in 1/2c water before bed so it can be in the bladder and not be so diluted. If I feel I may be starting to get uti, I take a few teaspoons throughout the day for a couple days. I haven't had an infection since I started taking D-Mannose 2 yrs ago and feel so much better.
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To maintain, no UTI, I put 1 teaspoon in 4 oz. cold water, stir to<br />dissolve, at bedtime. I drink it right down--little if any taste. I<br />assume my bladder is emptied the most at bedtime and gives D-Mannose time<br />to work. I think the reviews of it on Amazon.com give good ideas on how<br />different people prefer to take it. I drink only cold water so that's just<br />me.<br /><br />If I notice the very beginning an infection, I increase frequency (haven't<br />had to do this for a long time). I take 1 t in water about 3 times a day<br />for a couple days and drink plenty of water during the day, then taper off<br />to maybe 2x/day for a couple days. I just go by any signs of UTI. It may<br />cause some bloating when increased a lot so whatever you're comfortable<br />with. But do read the reviews for ideas of what will work for you--not<br />just on the package you bought but others listed, too.<br /><br />I was to the point where they had to "pull out the big antibiotics" in<br />order to get them to work--talk about stress! This works best for me--not<br />antibiotics!!<br /><br />Good luck and I'll be glad to answer any questions if I can!<br /><br />
I BOUGHT ON LINE a 8.8oz powered bag that says 1tablespoon but this will only last 16 days can you advice me on a brand that is larger. The one I got also costs 28.00 a bag.
If it's the BulkSupplements.com with the red guy, 8.82 oz., it's 1 TEAspoon daily and mine lasts about 1 1/2 months. I read the package and it is confusing--hope this helps.
I will look again but I was sure it was tblspoon
You are right I looked at the label again and it did say teaspoon I'm glad I looked again
Google (or any search engine) D-mannose and many sites will come up with a wide range of prices. I think that after a few months without a UTI you will be able to reduce the amount you take per day.and only increase it if you feel an infection starting. My husband also takes cranberry capsules daily and between the two has not had a UTI for over a year.
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How does it taste in just water is that how you recommend taking this?