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 all 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 and 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 labelling (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 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 and 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!             Should any secondary effects appear, they will be brief and will not be severe.  Simply stop taking Matol for a short period of time and begin again with a smaller amount.  This allows your body to become accustomed to the formula and allows you to realize the full benefits of Karl. Jurak's discovery.