Vital Nutrients Mannose Powder
Pros
Cons
Urinary Tract Infections or UTIs are the second most common type of infection in America. They are caused when bacteria enter the urethra and travels up to your bladder or kidneys. Some UTIs are mild and can heal themselves but many will require treatment. Antibiotics are commonly prescribed to treat a UTI but they aren’t always the best option because your body can build an immunity to them and they can cause other health problems like yeast infections. This review is going to take a closer look at an alternative option called Vital Nutrients Mannose Powder. This product is a dietary supplement composed of a D-Mannose concentration. The manufacturer claims that taking this supplement will help maintain a healthy mucosal lining in the urinary tract and will support the integrity of epithelial cells in the genitourinary tract.
What’s in Vital Nutrients Mannose Powder?
The only ingredient in this supplement is D-Mannose. Every half a teaspoon contains 1000 mg of D-Mannose. D-Mannose is a simple sugar that is related to glucose and is commonly found in fruits. 80% of UTIs are caused by E. Coli bacteria. D-Mannose is believed to prevent UTIs from occurring by causing E.coli bacteria to stick to each other, making it harder for the bacteria to stick to the urinary tract walls. D-Mannose also makes it easier for E.Coli to be excreted in the urine. If taken orally, D-Mannose binds itself to flora which offers support for urinary tract health.
How Do You Use Vital Nutrients Mannose Powder?
Vital Nutrients recommends taking one-quarter or one teaspoon 1-3 times a day, dissolved in water. It can be taken with or in between meals or as otherwise instructed by your doctor.
If you are pregnant, nursing or under medical supervision, you should talk to your doctor before taking this product.
The Cost
You can purchase this supplement directly from the manufacturer or from third-party retailers. One 50-gram bottle is available on the manufacturer’s website for $39.10. The manufacturer does not offer any bulk purchasing packages or discounts.
Is There a Guarantee?
The manufacturer offers a 30-day money back guarantee only for unopened bottles that are in the same condition that they were when they were received. This is risky because it means that if you purchase this product, try it and it does not work for you or you experience adverse side effects, you cannot get your money back.
The Conclusion of Our Vital Nutrients Mannose Powder Review
This product appears to be a promising tool that may be able to help you treat and prevent UTIs from occurring. It comes in an easy to take powder and every serving contains a decent dose of D-Mannose. However, this product is expensive relative to most other D-Mannose supplements we have seen available on the market. You can potentially take a D-Mannose every day for a lifetime to prevent UTIs from occurring but the manufacturer does not offer any bulk purchasing packages or options to make it financially easier to choose their product. Furthermore, the manufacturer’s guarantee is weak. They only offer 30 days to obtain a refund and only for unopened bottles. Considering the costs and limited guarantee, this product is expensive and a risky choice.