D-mannose works. Period.
This web page is my personal testimonial about d-mannose and how it cured my chronic bladder infections.
If you decide to try d-mannose after reading my story, please come back and let me know how it worked for you. You can leave a comment at the bottom of this webpage, this way other readers can benefit from your experience too.
I've included links to Amazon.com where you can buy d-mannose (for lower prices than I've ever been able to find at the health food store!), and links to some great apparel and bumper stickers that raise important issues surrounding Western Medicine. I've also included a section about how d-mannose can help our animal friends suffering with urinary tract infections too!
The Damage Antibiotics Caused Me in UTI Treatment
Two years ago I began developing urinary tract infections, or UTI for short, every time I had sex. My infections were painful and severe. To address these chronic UTI's, I was prescribed a daily regime of the antibiotic Macrobid, AKA nitrofurantoin in it's generic form.
My use of Macrobid/nitrofurantoin caused severe damage to the joints, nerves, tendons, ligaments and muscles in my arms, and landed me in the emergency room. I also developed a myriad of other reactions to Marcobid/nitrofurantoin including peripheral neuropathy, numbness in my arms, numbness of the skin on my arms, numbness in my fingers, rash, fatigue, breathing problems, dizziness, tingling sensations, photosensitivity that resulted in painful red swelling of my arms, pain in the area of my gallbladder, and really too many others symptoms to list. All of the side effects I experienced are listed in the PDR (physician desk reference) as possible reactions to this particular antibiotic.
After a year of the Macrobid therapy and the painful side effects it caused, I went on to I try both Cipro and Bactrim, both commonly prescribed antibiotics for the treatment of UTI's. Both of these prescription drugs exacerbated the side effects I developed from the Marcobid, so I stopped taking them.
My use of Macrobid/nitrofurantoin caused severe damage to the joints, nerves, tendons, ligaments and muscles in my arms, and landed me in the emergency room. I also developed a myriad of other reactions to Marcobid/nitrofurantoin including peripheral neuropathy, numbness in my arms, numbness of the skin on my arms, numbness in my fingers, rash, fatigue, breathing problems, dizziness, tingling sensations, photosensitivity that resulted in painful red swelling of my arms, pain in the area of my gallbladder, and really too many others symptoms to list. All of the side effects I experienced are listed in the PDR (physician desk reference) as possible reactions to this particular antibiotic.
After a year of the Macrobid therapy and the painful side effects it caused, I went on to I try both Cipro and Bactrim, both commonly prescribed antibiotics for the treatment of UTI's. Both of these prescription drugs exacerbated the side effects I developed from the Marcobid, so I stopped taking them.
I Didn't Know Where to Turn for a cure for UTI's...
After over a year of taking the damaging antibiotics, I felt hopeless and thought I was going to live with cystitis for the rest of my life and would never be able to have sex again. I was ashamed and terrified by all that was happening to me.
After a year of combing the internet looking for a cure for the cystitis I was experiencing, drinking gallons of cranberry juice and popping cranberry supplements (which, like many uti suffers, actually made my symptoms worse) I stumbled upon an obscure testimonial by a woman who had experienced the same thing I was going through; bladder infections every time she had sex. Her situation was resolved when she began taking the gylconutrient D-mannose.
After a year of combing the internet looking for a cure for the cystitis I was experiencing, drinking gallons of cranberry juice and popping cranberry supplements (which, like many uti suffers, actually made my symptoms worse) I stumbled upon an obscure testimonial by a woman who had experienced the same thing I was going through; bladder infections every time she had sex. Her situation was resolved when she began taking the gylconutrient D-mannose.
D-Mannose
A safe, effective, natural treatment for Bladder Infections
The gylconutrient d-mannose is a naturally occurring sugar found in several plant species including cranberry and aloe vera. D-mannose can be taken in powder form or in capsules. Unlike toxic antibiotics, D-mannose is safe and has no side effects. Even diabetics can take D-mannose as it does not elevate blood sugar levels; it's not that kind of sugar. D-mannose is not metabolized, rather, once ingested, it's excreted into the kidneys, and then concentrates in the bladder.
D-mannose has a unique relationship with the E-coli bacteria (which is more than 9 times out of 10, the cause of all bladder infections). Instead of attaching itself to the bladder wall, which causes infection, E-coli bacteria will attach to the D-mannose. D-mannose also facilitates the detachment of E-coli bacteria that have already adhered themselves to the bladder wall. In effect D-mannose can both treat and prevent bladder infections, though my success with the d-mannose has been to use it as a preventative rather than a cure.
Unlike antibiotics, the E-coli bacteria will not become resistant to D-mannose. Where antibiotics "kill" the E-coli bacteria, D-mannose attracts the bacteria and prevents it from remaining inside the bladder where it can cause infection. Your body then naturally flushes the E-coli from your bladder upon urination.
D-mannose has a unique relationship with the E-coli bacteria (which is more than 9 times out of 10, the cause of all bladder infections). Instead of attaching itself to the bladder wall, which causes infection, E-coli bacteria will attach to the D-mannose. D-mannose also facilitates the detachment of E-coli bacteria that have already adhered themselves to the bladder wall. In effect D-mannose can both treat and prevent bladder infections, though my success with the d-mannose has been to use it as a preventative rather than a cure.
Unlike antibiotics, the E-coli bacteria will not become resistant to D-mannose. Where antibiotics "kill" the E-coli bacteria, D-mannose attracts the bacteria and prevents it from remaining inside the bladder where it can cause infection. Your body then naturally flushes the E-coli from your bladder upon urination.
D-Mannose: Light At The End Of The Tunnel
I felt so hopeless about my situation last year that I didn't believe something as simple as this D-mannose sugar could help me, but I decided to try it anyway and bought some online.
The very first time I tried D-mannose, it worked. And a year later, it continues to work. I have not developed a single bladder infection since taking this miracle sugar. I literally went from having a severe bladder infection every week, to having none at all. I could not believe it. I can finally have intercourse without the fear of infection and horrendous side effects of antibiotics.
The very first time I tried D-mannose, it worked. And a year later, it continues to work. I have not developed a single bladder infection since taking this miracle sugar. I literally went from having a severe bladder infection every week, to having none at all. I could not believe it. I can finally have intercourse without the fear of infection and horrendous side effects of antibiotics.
My D-mannose Regimen
I use D-mannose as a preventative measure against my uti's. I don't want to risk ever getting another bladder infection because, if you are, or were a severe sufferer of uti's, like me, you know you'd do just about anything to avoid that kind of pain and misery.
To prevent my bladder infections I take ½ teaspoon of powder D-mannose in water prior to having intercourse, another ½ teaspoon shortly afterward, and another ½ teaspoon several hours later.
As a daily supplement, I take 1/2 teaspoon of d-mannose in water in the morning when I get up an another 1/2 teaspoon in water before I go to bed. Depending on your body's needs you might need more or less d-mannose than me, everyone is different.
To prevent my bladder infections I take ½ teaspoon of powder D-mannose in water prior to having intercourse, another ½ teaspoon shortly afterward, and another ½ teaspoon several hours later.
As a daily supplement, I take 1/2 teaspoon of d-mannose in water in the morning when I get up an another 1/2 teaspoon in water before I go to bed. Depending on your body's needs you might need more or less d-mannose than me, everyone is different.
D-mannose Brands
I have tried the brands Waterfall D-mannose, Swanson D-mannose, NOW D-mannose and Clear Tract, all with the same success. Because it's the first one I ever tried, I am preferential to Clear Tract and usually use that.
If you're considering buying d-mannose, take a look at the section further down this page which links directly to reviews and purchasing through Amazon. I've found Amazon has much better prices than the health food stores in my hometown, including the shipping.
If you're considering buying d-mannose, take a look at the section further down this page which links directly to reviews and purchasing through Amazon. I've found Amazon has much better prices than the health food stores in my hometown, including the shipping.
D-mannose and the Elderly, Pregnant Mothers, Children and People with Compromised Immune Systems or Paralysis
A Safe Cure for Bladder Infections During Pregnancy
My UTI trigger was intercourse but other people develop E-coli related urinary tract infections for different reasons. The elderly, children, people with varying paralysis and those with compromised immune systems can all develop bladder infections, and many have experienced relief by using D-mannose.
During pregnancy a lot of women develop chronic bladder infections. Rightfully so, these mothers to be are concerned about how antibiotics can effect their pregnancy and the health of their developing child. D-mannose is a safe choice for pregnant mothers and can be taken throughout pregnancy to prevent and treat bladder infections.
During pregnancy a lot of women develop chronic bladder infections. Rightfully so, these mothers to be are concerned about how antibiotics can effect their pregnancy and the health of their developing child. D-mannose is a safe choice for pregnant mothers and can be taken throughout pregnancy to prevent and treat bladder infections.
How Western Medicine Failed Me
Western medicine was unable to provide me with the information I needed or a safe treatment for my UTI symptoms. I had to do the research myself and suffer for a long time until I finally found a safe answer. I was so excited the success I experienced with D-mannose that I returned to my doctor to tell her all about it. As a Western Medicine proponent and classically trained Western physician, she had never heard of D-mannose, and chalked up my experience to "spontaneous" remission or cessation.
Hope And Help for People Suffering With Chronic Urinary Tract Infections
It is my hope that by writing about my personal experience with cystitis and D-mannose that you or someone you know will be helped. I know what it's like to suffer with the pain of bladder infections and the negative side effects of antibiotics. But now I also now know the joy of a safe and natural treatment!
I wish I had known about D-mannose sooner. Maybe this will reach you or a loved one in time.
I wish I had known about D-mannose sooner. Maybe this will reach you or a loved one in time.
D-mannose changed my life.
Links to Scientific Articles Establishing the D-mannose E-coli Relationship
Studies and Endorsements for the Effectiveness of D-mannose Treating UTI's
These articles are about, or are, scientific studies that have been done proving the relationship between D-mannose and the Ecoli bacteria. Ecoli bacteria are responsible for 90% or more of all uti's.
- D-mannose Experiment
- This D-mannose study was conducted by:
(1) Department of Urology, Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, Illinois, USA
(2) Department of Community Health and Preventive Medicine, Cancer Center Biometry Section, Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, Illinois, USA
(3) Present address: Department of Urology, Loyola Medical Center, Maywood, Illinois, USA - Doctors Endorse d-mannose
- This is an article on d-mannose by Jonathan V. Wright, M.D. and Lane Lenard, Ph.D.
- Technical, Scientific Article on the D-mannose-Ecoli Relationship
- This article was published by "Infection and Immunity", a monthly publication of the American Society for Microbiology.
Interstitial Cystitis and Bladder Infections
Sometimes people who have experienced chronic urinary tract infections also develop a painful, distracting and perplexing disease called interstitial cystitis, or IC for short. This disease is challenging to treat and varies widely from person to person, but there's a lot people can do to help themselves control the symptoms.
I believe I have developed interstitial cystitis as a result of both the chronic urinary tract infections I had and due to my use of antibiotics. I'm just beginning to understand more about this disease and hope to ease it's frustrating symptoms over time. I have developed a informational page about interstitial cystitis in which I have included information on treatment options, symptoms, support groups and books and supplements that can help control the disease and its symptoms which you can view here.
I believe I have developed interstitial cystitis as a result of both the chronic urinary tract infections I had and due to my use of antibiotics. I'm just beginning to understand more about this disease and hope to ease it's frustrating symptoms over time. I have developed a informational page about interstitial cystitis in which I have included information on treatment options, symptoms, support groups and books and supplements that can help control the disease and its symptoms which you can view here.
D-mannose and Animals
In addition to helping humans, d-mannose can also help other animals suffering with bladder infections. From horses to cats and dogs, d-mannose can be safely used to help our animals friends. Visit here and here to learn more.
If you visit here you can watch a video of veterinarian Dr. Becker discussing d-mannose and it's curative effects on animals suffering with bladder infections as well as read an article regarding the same.
If you visit here you can watch a video of veterinarian Dr. Becker discussing d-mannose and it's curative effects on animals suffering with bladder infections as well as read an article regarding the same.
D-mannose products and a Great Book about Cystitis and Intersistial Cystitis
Allicin: A CURE For Infections like MRSA and Uti's
I recently learned about the EXTREME anti bacterial, anti viral and anti fungal properties of garlic, or more precisely, a component of garlic called allicin. This information, I just had to share.
Somewhere in the back of your mind you probably know garlic is good for you or at least heard that it was, but maybe you don't know just how good it is. What you might not know is that the allicin from garlic is being used right now to treat antibiotic resistant MRSA infections, actually saving people's lives. In addition to curing fungus infections and antibiotic resistant bacteria, allicin also cures bladder infections. This is why I feel compelled to discuss it here on my page about d-mannose. I cannot urge people strongly enough to use allicin to end their bacterial or fungal infections, no matter what they might be, candida, UTI's, MRSA, Strep, it doesn't matter allicin works to stop them all.
I feel so strongly about allicin that I have created another webpage which you can visit here for a full discussion including the scientific documentation of its curative nature and how now even western doctors are using it as their toxic prescription drugs are failing.
Personally I am currently using allicin to cure a intestinal fungal infection I developed from all the antibiotics I was prescribed for my chronic bladder infections, and it is it's working.
What's important to understand about allicin is that not all allicin brands are the same. Not even close. You need to get high potency, pure stabilized allicin, not just any old "garlic supplement" like Garlique or Kyolic. Such supplements contain little if any allicin and use manufacturing processes that destroy what little allicin they may contain though heat processing or filtration.
If you want to learn more about allicin visit the webpage I created here. For now, I've included links to the best allicin products (the one I use!) below.
Somewhere in the back of your mind you probably know garlic is good for you or at least heard that it was, but maybe you don't know just how good it is. What you might not know is that the allicin from garlic is being used right now to treat antibiotic resistant MRSA infections, actually saving people's lives. In addition to curing fungus infections and antibiotic resistant bacteria, allicin also cures bladder infections. This is why I feel compelled to discuss it here on my page about d-mannose. I cannot urge people strongly enough to use allicin to end their bacterial or fungal infections, no matter what they might be, candida, UTI's, MRSA, Strep, it doesn't matter allicin works to stop them all.
I feel so strongly about allicin that I have created another webpage which you can visit here for a full discussion including the scientific documentation of its curative nature and how now even western doctors are using it as their toxic prescription drugs are failing.
Personally I am currently using allicin to cure a intestinal fungal infection I developed from all the antibiotics I was prescribed for my chronic bladder infections, and it is it's working.
What's important to understand about allicin is that not all allicin brands are the same. Not even close. You need to get high potency, pure stabilized allicin, not just any old "garlic supplement" like Garlique or Kyolic. Such supplements contain little if any allicin and use manufacturing processes that destroy what little allicin they may contain though heat processing or filtration.
If you want to learn more about allicin visit the webpage I created here. For now, I've included links to the best allicin products (the one I use!) below.
Bladder Soothing Tea
For the past year I have been making, drinking and enjoying the soothing benefits of marshmallow root tea. Marshmallow root tea has a very very mild, neutral flavor and takes on a slightly thick or syrup like consistency. It is this syrupy consistency which helps to coat and soothe irritated or inflamed tissues such as an infected bladder. This tea is also helpful for those suffering with Interstitial Cystitis.
I prefer to buy loose, 100% marshmallow root in bulk and use a mesh ball or infuser to make the tea. This is cheaper than buying the root prepackaged in tea bags. I use approximately 2 teaspoons of marshmallow root per cup of boiling water. I allow the marshmallow root to steep in the hot water (in the tea ball) for about 15 minutes before drinking.
I prefer to buy loose, 100% marshmallow root in bulk and use a mesh ball or infuser to make the tea. This is cheaper than buying the root prepackaged in tea bags. I use approximately 2 teaspoons of marshmallow root per cup of boiling water. I allow the marshmallow root to steep in the hot water (in the tea ball) for about 15 minutes before drinking.
Test Yourself for Urinary Tract Infections
Get Quick Results at Home Saving You Money and a Trip to the Clinic or Hospital
If you suspect you have a urinary tract infection you can use these test strips at home to find out fast. It sure beats a trip to the hospital or health clinic, saving you a lot of money.
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laurasmass
Aug 15, 2011 @ 11:14 pm | delete
- Are either of these safe for a 4 year old to take? My daughter has a severe bladder infection and is currently on antibiotics. She seems to be responding well but I know that typically the anti-b's don't completely get rid of all the bacteria. Can I give her either of these as a treatment after the anti-b's to ensure we don't have to go through this again?
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naturalpaths
Aug 19, 2011 @ 11:33 pm | delete
- Both Allicin and d-mannose are safe for children. Allicin may only present an issue if your daughter has an allergy to garlic, though people with an aversion or allergy to garlic can often take allicin with no problems whatsoever since it is only a derivative of garlic.
I don't know what type of bacteria is causing your daughter's uti's, if it is something other than e-coli then d-mannose will not work. However, allicin will.
I cannot vouch for any other allicin brands than the one I specifically recommend on this page, Allimax or Allimed, as it is the brand that I use and personally and believe to be the best, both in quality and effectiveness. Please scroll down through the other comments and questions I have answered here to find the recommended dosage for allicin treatment of uti's. Since your daughter is only 4 years old, she may respond to less than would be called for for an adult.
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renascent
Aug 25, 2011 @ 6:03 pm | delete
- We don't have the Allicin brands here in Canada that you recommend. I am taking 440mg of Garlic or it says 3207mcg of Allicin (roughly) by a good company here called Natural Factors. What makes one brand better than another do you feel? Or what should I look for? My health food store said it is a good brand to use for daily intake. Thanks :)
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naturalpaths
Aug 26, 2011 @ 9:14 am | delete
- There are many garlic supplements out there, the vast majority, are manufactured in ways in which alter or eliminate the curative properties of allicin. I do not know what type of extractive process the brand you mention uses. I cannot in anyway comment on whether or not it will be at all effective. Most garlic supplements you find at a store have little or no curative values. That is why I only use and recommend Allimax/Allimed. Their extraction and garlic selection process is the only one I know of that harnesses allicin properly and is the only one that I use or ever would trust to cure anything. They have the studies and documentation to back up their products which have been used in hospitals by medical doctors to treat medical conditions.
Allimax/Allimed more expensive than brands you will find in a health food store, but you get what you pay for. Allimax/Allimed ships internationally through their official website so you may want to order it directly from them.
Again, I cannot say whether the brand at your health food store will be of any value. If you are trying to treat any serious conditions or chronic illness, I would not use it.
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Aug 26, 2011 @ 12:37 pm | delete
- My health food store said she feels that when you are getting 'all' of the garlic properties it is more beneficial than just the allicin alone. I am still fighting a UTI but I have no symptoms. I had a minor staph UTI and was treated for it and then gave a sample and now it is saying Klebsiella which I don't think I've had before. I just can't seem to win and I'm doing and taking everything I can to avoid ANY kind of UTI. It is very strange that I feel no symptom so now I'm on Macrobid. I just started on the garlic Tuesday. SO frustrating when I'm about as sterile as a can be with all the washing and my partner has been doing it as well and I'm still dealing with 'something'. :(
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