What is the suggested daily amount?
Based on 70 years of experience with Matol, Karl Jurak recommends one tablespoon twice a day, a total of 30 ml.
However, each person's needs may be different based on weight, metabolism and level of activity. To
determine the most effective level for you, try the first bottle of Matol in different amounts.
The Matol bottle lists a different amount according to Canadian regulations. In Canada, it is necessary
to indicate the MAXIMUM daily intake on the bottle: two tablespoons twice a day, a total of 60 ml.
However, remember each person is different, and should adjust the amount of Matol they take according to their own
needs. Should everyone take the full amount of Matol at first?
All people need nutrients in differing amounts. We recommend everyone try their first bottle of
Matol in varying amounts to determine their own needs and tolerances. Begin with a smaller amount mixed
with milk, water or your favorite juice to allow your body to adjust to the formula. Older people taking
prescribed medication and children under five years old should definitely start with less. Is Matol
safe for children? Yes!
They should start with a small amount and gradually work up to one teaspoon per day. Many children
like the preparation mixed with milk or juice, but they can take it undiluted. Can a woman
take Matol during pregnancy?
Yes, it is perfectly safe to continue taking Matol during pregnancy, just as you continue eating bread or any other
foodstuff. Matol is based on a natural formula that has produced remarkable results for more than 70 years
with no harmful side-effects. What is the shelf life of the product?
In more than 70 years of experience, Karl Jurak has determined that Matol remains safe for consumption indefinitely
under normal conditions. However,
the Canadian government requires that an expiration date be printed on the bottle according to the Ministry of Health and
Welfare. No such date is required in the United States. Where do the crystals at the
bottom of the bottle come from, and how do they affect the formula?
The botanical sediments in Matol attract particles of minerals which form crystalline matter. The
amount of crystals found in each bottle may vary. Generally, the deposits will nor form if a newly formulated
bottle of product is shaken up on a regular basis.
In any case, the crystals do not in any way affect the preparation because they are simply inert material coming out
of the solution. It takes some six to seven weeks before the crystals form.
If the bottle was kept long enough the crystals could include some active materials, such as calcium, but the amount
would be insignificant. Why did Karl Jurak choose the ingredients
he did?
The plants used to make Matol were chosen for the specific active ingredients that occur naturally in each one.
After a dedicated search for a natural solution to common challenges, Karl Jurak determined the exact combination
of ingredients which would yield the result he desired. Every ingredient is vital to the product's performance.
The formula is still produced in its purest form, exactly as Karl Jurak intended it, with the same remarkable
benefits. What is the mineral content of the product? The
mineral content is calculated as the equivalent amount in 30 ml or 2 tablespoons:
Potassium 775 mg/30ml
Iron 2.7
mg/30/ml
Iodine 0.045 mg/30ml
Magnesium 25.2 mg/30ml How
much potassium is in Matol? Matol contains 775 mg of potassium per 30ml (two tablespoons). This is approximately equivalent
to the amount of potassium found in a large banana, eight ounces of fresh orange juice or half a cantaloupe. A
therapeutic amount of potassium is 1500 to 4000 mg a day.
Are there vitamins in Matol?
Beneficial vitamins occur naturally in some of the plant ingredients used to make Matol. No vitamins
are added. Is there any sodium added to Matol? Absolutely no sodium is added
to Matol. Tiny trace amounts that may appear in Matol occur naturally in the plant ingredients.
However, the amount is insignificant. No additional sodium is added to the formula.
Does
Matol contain gluten?
Matol does not contain gluten.
Why is Glycerine used in Matol?
Karl Jurak used glycerine in his original formula to sweeten and smooth the taste of the raw botanicals.
Studies have shown that glycerine is 55-75% as sweet as sucrose with absolutely no negative side effects.
All Matol products are made exclusively with non-animal glycerine for better nutritional benefits. What
are Glycerophosphate?
Glycerophosphates are a combination of natural elements joined in a chemical process that produces the final ingredient.
The
potassium, ferric and magnesium glycerophosphates in Matol are an integral part of the original formula discovered by Karl
Jurak in 1922. Does Matol contain harmful amounts of potassium hydroxide? Matol
does not contain harmful levels of potassium hydroxide, or any other substance. Health authorities in Canada
and the United States have determined that Matol is completely safe, simply reconfirming what Karl Jurak has known for more
than 70 years.
Potassium hydroxide is a naturally occurring substance found in many plants, fruits and vegetables eaten by millions
of people every day. Consumed in extremely large amounts it can be potentially dangerous, but the tiny
trace amounts that occur in Matol are harmless. What is vanillin? Vanillin is a derivative of a
natural flavoring substance used to improve the taste of raw botanicals. It was originally an extract of
vanilla beans and provides much the same flavor. Vanillin has also been found in many other vegetables
and woody plants, including coniferous trees.
Is there any stimulant in Matol? There is no stimulant in Matol.
Is Matol pasteurized? Matol is not pasteurized, nor
is it prepared under heat. A cold process is used to preserve ingredients included in the formula by Karl
Jurak.
Do you make any claims about product
results?
Although Matol is classified as a therapeutic product in Canada, no therapeutic claims can be made, and we strictly
enforce this policy with off of our Distributors. However, we do believe people can benefit from Matol
in many ways, and we are confident enough to offer a 30 day guarantee.
Why is Matol considered a therapeutic preparation in Canada and a food supplement in the United States?
Many countries have different criteria for classifying products. What is considered a food in one
country may be considered something completely different in another. When Matol is introduced to another
country, the classification may be different again.
In Canada, the Ministry of Health and Welfare classifies the Matol product as a therapeutic preparation.
Consequently, Matol Botanical International Ltd. is required to print a DIN (drug identification number) on the bottle.
In
the U.S., Km is classified as a food supplement and does not require official FDA approval , just as a loaf of bread
or a quart of milk does not require approval. The FDA does closely monitor the production and distribution
of food products in the United States to ensure safety and quality. They determine labeling (what is said
about the product on the label) and if any of the product ingredients are unsafe.
How does freezing affect Matol?
Freezing does not affect Matol. The bottle could be frozen solid and thawed without having to be
shaken before consumption. We leave approximately 50cc of headroom so the product is able to expand during
freezing without bursting the bottle.
Does heat affect the product?
Heat does not affect Matol. But we would advise you not to expose the product to extreme temperatures
for extended periods of time because the sealed bottle may explode under increased pressure.
Has there been any medical research or double blind testing conducted
on the product?
No tests other than those originally performed by Karl Jurak in the process of discovering the Matol formula have been
performed. Karl Jurak's conclusions were concrete, and further testing is not planned. However,
Matol has been tested in the finest laboratory in the world for over 70 years , the human body. And
it continues to produce remarkable results!
What about people who have allergies associated with the ingredients in Matol? Some people may be seemingly
allergic to some ingredients in Matol, but few actually experience a reaction from the product. If possible
allergies are anticipated, a person should start by using a smaller amount until any reactions can be identified.
We recommend starting with approximately one teaspoon per day.
Is there anything in Matol that would work against a person's medication? None
of the natural ingredients in Matol have been found to have any effect at all on regular medication. If
any contra-indications were present, Health and Welfare Canada would require us to list them on the bottle. No
such indications exist.
However, DO NOT discontinue medication in any case without prior consent from your physician. If
you are using medication, begin by taking Matol in smaller amounts so your body can adjust.
If
you do experience any improvement in your well-being while taking the product, consult your doctor for direction on reducing
medication , but do not stop taking medication on your own!
