The classic treatment for a urinary tract infection (UTI), or a bacterial infection of any kind for that matter, is usually antibiotics.
But Lately, Antibiotics Are Not Working So Well…
In a recent survey conducted among 800 women, one-third of those who had been treated for a UTI in the past year said that they had experienced an “antibiotic bounce-back”: their UTI came back within weeks of finishing their antibiotic treatment.
And that percentage is growing each year, which has the CDC worried enough to put out a manifesto on “Antibiotics Resistance” to all medical and biotech professionals summarizing what they are now referring to as the next crisis in the US. Doctors have over-prescribed antibiotics to the point where the germs have figured out how to hide and mutate while you’re taking the medicine.
The Side Effects Are Worse Than the Cure
And the same research study showed another one-third of women who said that they reluctantly take antibiotics, but they hate the side effects, which generally kill the “good bacteria” in their system and result in either yeast infections or stomach ailments in addition to the UTI.
Doctors Don’t Have A Solution
So, most of us are simply “burning up” because we cannot seem to get rid of these awful symptoms and conditions, and when we ask our gynecologist or urologist what else can be done, they suggest one of two things:
- more or different antibiotics; or
- “lifestyle changes” such as: drinking more water; taking probiotics; using estrogen cream if you’re in menopause, or maybe trying the Interstitial Cystitis (IC) Diet.
Seriously?
Beth Allan Kellam, Founder and CEO of Goodbye UTI is alarmed at what she says is “complacency” in the medical community. “The bottom line is that most doctors really have no clue about how to deal with these infections in a world where prescription medications are no longer the answer. And nobody is holding them accountable for seeking new solutions to help their patients get better”.
Are There Any Alternatives?
The answer is YES. Believe it or not, there is a dietary supplement that you can take to get those bacteria out of your urinary tract once and for all.
It’s A Vitamin, But Better
You probably take dietary supplements and vitamins every day to ensure that you are getting the right amount of key nutrients that your body needs to stay healthy. The funny thing is that you take these vitamins on good faith that they are actually delivering the health benefit that they claim in the advertising… but you never know. Do you see a real change in your hair and nails when you take biotin? Does your skin become noticeably more youthful when you take collagen powder? Do you immediately have more energy when you take B12?
The good news is that there’s a natural supplement called D-Mannose that does not rely on faith and hope because it delivers relief from UTI symptoms within a few hours. And when taken daily will protect your urinary tract from new UTIs.
Let’s start with the fact that 80% of all UTIs are caused by bacteria known as E Coli. The E Coli bacteria have strange “fingerlike” projections called fimbriae which allow them to cling to the lining of your bladder, making them hard to get rid of. D-Mannose, which is extracted from fruits and concentrated into a powder, contains unique active molecules that cause the bacteria to bind to them and to be washed out of your system with your urine.
All of this happens within a few hours so you begin to feel relief quickly; most women report that after taking this every 2 to 3 hours their UTI symptoms are completely gone within 48 hours. And those who take D-Mannose as part of their daily vitamin routine say that they have had no recurrences.
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Is It Safe to Take?
Here’s a medical review that is posted on the National Institutes of Health (NIH) website: A clinical trial was conducted among 308 women comparing D-Mannose to the antibiotic Nitrofurantoin for effectiveness in preventing recurring UTI’s. D-Mannose had the lowest percentage of recurrence and significantly lower the risk of side effects compared to the antibiotic.
Look for A Trusted Brand
Just as with other vitamins, all brands of D-Mannose are not alike. Here’s what to look for when purchasing this supplement:
- Only buy 100% pure D-Mannose. You don’t want to dilute the effectiveness of this product with additives such as cranberry or hibiscus.
- Buy it in powder form, not capsules. When mixed with water, the powder dissolves completely and has no taste. And it goes right to the bladder where it is needed, unlike capsules which need to first be digested in your stomach and don’t pack the same punch.
- Make sure it’s manufactured by a trusted source. Many D-Mannose products which are being heavily advertised do not disclose where the product is made or who’s making it.
ABOUT:
Goodbye UTI is 100% pure D-Mannose powder, formulated by a Doctor of Pharmacy by a well-known FDA-certified manufacturer known as Catalyst Nutraceuticals, located in Georgia. It is sold online at www.goodbye-uti.com, a retail shop dedicated to UTI research, education, and supplements.
Where can it be found and how much is it?
There is just one ingredient called DMannose. You can read all about it at http://www.goodbye-uti.com.
You can purchase a 30 day supply of Goodbye UTI for $22. at http://www.goodbye-uti.com
I’m on warfrin and also diabetic what are the ingredients
Our supplement is safe for diabetics because when mixed with water it goes directly to your bladder and does not enter the bloodstream. In addition, it completely flushes out of your system within 30 minutes, so it does not cause interactions with other drugs. Find out more at http://www.goodbye-uti.com.
Can I take while pregnant
Hi Nicole: the research is not consistent on the safety of taking D-Mannose while pregnant. In Europe, where natural medicine is far more advanced that in the US, it has been declared safe for use during pregnancy. But most medical and scientific articles published in the US recommend not taking it until more research has been submitted to the FDA. You can always ask your doctor whether he/she has heard of D-Mannose and what their recommendation would be.
I have taken while pregnant with no complications before
Is this the same ingredient that is in cranberry juice. What is the difference between cranberry juice and D-mannose.
Hi Charlene: D-mannose powder is extracted form a variety of fruits including cranberries, peaches, blueberries, apples, etc. Only a very small amount of D-Mannose is present in raw cranberry fruit and even less in cranberry juice. Cranberry powder in capsule form, however, is now recognized as an important UTI preventative…in other words taking it after you’ve cleared up an active UTI will help you avoid recurrences.
However, only a few cranberry capsule manufacturers are producing the correct amount the the key preventative ingredient, called PACs, in their capsules, so you need to be careful. PACs stand for proanthocyanidins, which are the active molecules produced by cranberry which help prevent UTIs. You need at least 36 mg per capsule to achieve this preventative effect. Hope this has been helpful.
Great information!!! Thank you.
There is no scientific evidence that says cranberry juice or pills helps or prevents uti’s.
Hi Barbara: yes, there are recent clinical trial results which show that a 36mg concentration of PAC’s in a daily dose of cranberry extract is sufficient to prevent future UTIs. Cranberry cannot relieve symptoms of an active UTI, but it can prevent. D-Mannose does both.
okay, so Dmannose may work and I will try it, but why are you calling it a vitamin? It clearly is NOT a vitamin in the standard definition of vitamins.
Hi: here is a blog that we wrote on the topic of D-Mannose as a vitamin. https://www.womenfitnessmag.com/the-vitamin-that-cures-urinary-tract-infections/
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I’ve been taking it for a month so far it’s working but I’ve noticed my nails are really brittle and won’t grow I’ve never had that happen, I’ve always had nice nails.
Hi Penny: there is no evidence that D-Mannose has any impact on nails. In fact, because it goes directly to your bladder and is flushed out within 30 minutes with your urine, it does not enter the bloodstream to cause any type of side effects.
I have been taking this for about 3 months. It has not completely rid me of recurring UTI’s , But I do see longer intervals & less intensity
Hi Marie: yes, we see that you have been a long-time client and we sincerely appreciate your business. You have tried both the D-Mannose powder and the Extra Strength liquid. Does one of these work better than the other? We would recommend combining both so that the Extra Strength liquid can deal with a possible biofilm and bacteria embedded in your bladder lining while the powder flushes out the bacteria that are exposed. Please keep us posted on how you are doing .