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Mannose

See D-Mannose.

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D-Mannose

A simple sugar found in certain foods, such as cranberries. It’s been suggested that D-mannose contributes to the beneficial effects cranberries have in the treatment of urinary tract infections.  Mannose is promoted as a “glyconutrient” by certain multi-level marketing companies (such as Mannatech), despite the lack of evidence for such claims. D-mannose is related to the sugar alcohol mannitol.

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MCTs

See Medium Chain Triglycerides.

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Medium Chain Triglycerides

Abbreviated MCTs.  Medium chain triglycerides contain shorter chain fatty acids than conventional fats do: generally, the fatty acids are 6 – 12 carbons in length.  MCTs are more easily metabolized than long chain triglycerides, and are slightly lower in calories.  MCTs are also more thermogenic than long chain triglycerides, which is why they’re often added to certain reduced carb foods/supplements. MCTs are primarily...

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Lysine

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L-Lysine

An essential amino acid.  Lysine is particularly important in the synthesis of collagen (important structural protein in bone, connective tissue and skin), as well as the synthesis of l-carnitine.  Supplemental lysine has been shown to enhance intestinal calcium absorption, and may also help reduce the symptoms of herpes simplex and herpes zoster (shingles)...

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