D-Mannose

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women's health

D-MannoseD-Mannose

Naturally occurring simple sugar that prevents E. coli adhesion to urinary tract epithelium, used for prevention of recurrent urinary tract infections in women.

Reduces recurrent UTI frequency

Natural alternative to antibiotic prophylaxis

Well tolerated

No antibiotic resistance concerns

No commitment · HSA/FSA eligibleNo commitment · HSA/FSA eligible

How it works

Mechanism of action

Competitively binds to FimH adhesin on type 1 fimbriae of uropathogenic E. coli, preventing bacterial attachment to mannose receptors on bladder epithelium and allowing clearance through urination.

The baseline panel.

Every Marek client receives this baseline panel before a provider review. Your provider may add additional biomarkers based on your health history, symptoms, and goals, pulling from 1,000+ available markers. See more biomarkers →

Hormone Profile

12 markers

Sex hormones

Total TestosteroneLC/MS
Free TestosteroneEquilibrium Dialysis
Estradiol, Sensitive / UltrasensitiveLC/MS
Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG)
ProgesteroneLC/MSFemale panel
Prolactin
Luteinizing Hormone (LH)
Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
hCG, Total, QuantitativeFemale panel, pre-menopause

Adrenals & neurosteroids

Cortisol
DHEA-S

Growth hormone / IGF-1

Insulin-Like Growth Factor I (IGF-1)

Thyroid Status

3 markers

Thyroid hormones

Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
Free T4
Free T3

Heart Health

9 markers

Cardiovascular health

Total Cholesterol
HDL Cholesterol
LDL Cholesterol
LDL:HDL Ratio
VLDL Cholesterol
Triglycerides
Apolipoprotein-B (ApoB)
C-Reactive Protein, High Sensitivity (hsCRP)
Lipoprotein(a) (Lp(a))

Metabolism

3 markers

Insulin sensitivity

Blood Glucose
Fasting Insulin
HbA1c

Organ Function

26 markers

Liver & pancreas

AST
ALT
Bilirubin, Total
γ-Glutamyl Transferase (GGT)

Kidney function

BUN
Creatinine w/ eGFR

Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)

Glucose
Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN)
Creatinine
eGFR
BUN/Creatinine Ratio
Sodium
Potassium
Chloride
Carbon Dioxide, Total
Calcium
Protein, Total
Albumin
Globulin, Total
Albumin/Globulin (A/G) Ratio
Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP)
AST
ALT

Prostate health

Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA)Male panel
Free PSAMale panel
% Free PSAMale panel

Nutrient Status

31 markers

Vitamins & minerals

Vitamin D, 25-OHD (25-Hydroxy)
Magnesium, RBC

Iron status

Iron
Iron Saturation
TIBC
UIBC
Ferritin

Complete Blood Count (CBC)

White Blood Count (WBC)
Red Blood Count (RBC)
Hemoglobin (Hgb)
Hematocrit (HCT)
MCV
MCH
MCHC
Red Cell Distribution Width (RDW)
Platelets
Neutrophils
Neutrophils (Absolute)
Lymphocytes
Lymphocytes (Absolute)
Neutrophil/Lymphocyte Ratio
Monocytes
Monocytes (Absolute)
Eosinophils
Eosinophils (Absolute)
Basophils
Basophils (Absolute)
Immature Cells
Immature Granulocytes
Immature Granulocytes (Absolute)
NRBC, w/ Reflex for Immature Cells

Clinical evidence

The research behind D-Mannose.

D-Mannose vs Nitrofurantoin for Recurrent UTI Prevention

World Journal of Urology (2014)

D-mannose powder (2g/day) was as effective as nitrofurantoin 50mg for UTI prophylaxis with fewer side effects.

Safety profile

Monitoring & safety information.

Commonly reported side effects

Bloating
Loose stools at high doses

Less common but serious risks

None significant at standard doses

Generally not appropriate for

Diabetes (monitor glucose, D-mannose is a sugar)

Typical monitoring

UTI frequency
Blood glucose (in diabetic patients)

FAQ

Quick answers.

Naturally occurring simple sugar that prevents E. coli adhesion to urinary tract epithelium, used for prevention of recurrent urinary tract infections in women.

Reduces recurrent UTI frequency. Natural alternative to antibiotic prophylaxis. Well tolerated. No antibiotic resistance concerns.

Common side effects include: bloating, loose stools at high doses. Most side effects are dose-dependent and may resolve with continued use or dose adjustment.

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Naturally occurring simple sugar that prevents E. coli adhesion to urinary tract epithelium, used for prevention of recurrent urinary tract infections in women.

Treatments are dependent on licensed clinical prescription. Client costs vary based on individual labs and panel in treatments and services.