Forskolin
In Ayurvedic medicine, Indian Coleus is used for a variety of conditions, including recurring urinary tract infections. Forskolin* has the following effects:
- anti-inflammatory
- diuretic
- antispasmodic
- immune-boosting
However, the most important property is: Forskolin* interrupts the hiding game of the bacteria, which have settled in vesicles in your bladder wall to escape antibiotic attacks. Sometimes, some pathogens only release from their secure reservoir after months and then cause complaints again. Voila – a recurring bladder infection.
How does Forskolin do this? The medicinal plant increases the messenger cAMP, which in turn causes the bacteria's hiding places to return to the cell surface and can thus be flushed out with urine.
Since pictures say more than a thousand words, watching the video is the best way to understand it.
Forskolin + Mannose
Have you watched the video? If so, you now understand why Forskolin and D-Mannose make such a powerful duo.
Just to summarise: Forskolin catapults the bacteria that have settled back into the bladder, where the D-Mannose* then ensures that the E. coli bacteria cannot reattach to the bladder lining. The next time you visit the toilet, the neutralized sugar-bacteria complexes will be flushed out with your urine.
Alternative Chitosan
Chitosan* is an indigestible carbohydrate derived from chitin found in shellfish (or from mushrooms in the case of a vegan alternative). In the bladder, it dissolves the superficial layer of the bladder cells and can bring cells with bacterial nests to the surface. So, if you cannot take Forskolin, Chitosan can have a similar effect. You can find more information about Chitosan in my FAQs about Forskolin.
My Secret Tips
You’ve probably already noticed: The receptors of D-Mannose can only bind to the tiny hairs (fimbriae) of E. coli and Klebsiella bacteria. This means in plain terms: If your cystitis is caused by other bacteria, unfortunately, D-Mannose is powerless.
No need to despair! In this case, Forskolin alone or in combination with a plant-based antibiotic made from mustard oils, e.g. Angocin® Anti-Infekt N*, still makes sense.
Attention possible side effects: Forskolin is not recommended for: Low blood pressure, use of medication for high blood pressure, blood clotting disorders, use of blood thinners, at least two weeks before surgery. No Forskolin during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Even though the video already provided dosage recommendations, you can find exact dosage instructions in the FAQs: How much Forskolin should I take?
"Before you buy a Forskolin* product, make sure to check the amount of Forskolin per dose. Some products advertise 1000mg of Coleus Forskohlii extract per tablet, but only 15mg of pure Forskolin is actually included. If your daily dose is 2x80mg, you would need to swallow at least 10 tablets per day."
