AOR AOR - MCP 15g*, 450 gram

AOR MCP - Modified citrus pectin, a carbohydrate derived from the soluble fibre of citrus peels which has been broken down into smaller fragments to be more easily absorbed in the digestive tract. Promotes detoxification and helps reduce the binding of abnormal cells to healthy cells. Comes from oranges and not from grapefruits since grapefruit is known to interfere with certain medications. The physical properties of the product like colour, taste and solubility are subject to change with growing conditions. Therefore, slight variations to the finished product may occur since AOR’s MCP does not contain any masking agents in order to maintain a pure, natural product.

AOR AOR - MCP, 450 gram

Price

Regular Canadian retail price: $139.48 CAD. Price Vault members pay below retail on this product. Member pricing is private and shown after a free opt-in, with no membership fee, no minimum order and no subscription.

In stock. Free shipping across Canada on orders over $89, flat $9.95 under that. 30 days to request a return, with return shipping paid by the customer. Ships from Victoria, BC.

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Why people keep reordering it

Best suited to: wants mcp without the grapefruit interaction risk, comfortable mixing a powder into water or juice three times daily.

What the research supports

Three 5 gram scoops give you 15 grams of modified citrus pectin powder daily, mixed with water or juice. The 450 gram tub lasts about a month.

The modified citrus pectin research ran at 15 g a day split into three doses, which is exactly what the label directs. That is unusual: most products sit well under their own studied amount.

Cell adhesion (evidence: limited, from cell studies, small human trials)
A protein called galectin-3 helps cells stick together and spread through tissue. Modified citrus pectin binds to it in lab and small human studies, though this hasn't been confirmed in larger trials.
Heavy metals (evidence: limited, from cell studies, small human trials)
Some small studies found modified citrus pectin increases how much of certain heavy metals leave the body in urine, but the research is thin and mostly uncontrolled.

Read the literature: Cell adhesion on PubMed, Heavy metals on PubMed.

Is it right for you

Worth it if

wants MCP without the grapefruit interaction risk
this version is sourced from orange peel, not grapefruit, avoiding the enzyme interactions grapefruit pectin can cause with certain medications.
comfortable mixing a powder into water or juice three times daily
the 15g dose is only practical split across three scoops taken with food, which this format is built for.

Look elsewhere if

pregnant or breastfeeding
skip this product entirely, the label itself says not to use it in that case.
on a sodium-restricted diet
check with a health care provider first, since the full daily dose here delivers about 1200 mg of sodium alongside the pectin.
wants a fast, noticeable effect
look at something with a more immediate physical sensation, like a standard psyllium fibre, since MCP's proposed effects on cell binding aren't something you feel.

What to expect

Nothing you'll feel day to day. This is a long-term supplement taken for weeks at a time, and the label caps continuous use at four weeks before checking in with a practitioner.

How it compares

Compared with regular citrus pectin or basic fibre supplements
this is broken down into smaller molecular fragments specifically studied for absorption and for interfering with abnormal cell binding, which ordinary pectin fibre isn't designed to do. The tradeoff: it costs more than plain fibre and requires a three-times-daily dosing routine instead of one scoop.
Compared with grapefruit-derived MCP
orange-based sourcing avoids the compounds in grapefruit that interfere with how the liver processes certain medications. The tradeoff: you're trusting the orange-derived version has comparable activity, since most of the original research used grapefruit-derived material.

Product details

Active ingredient
Modified Citrus Pectin
Ingredient form
gram
Strength
15g*
Suggested use
Adults: Take one scoop mixed with water or juice three times daily with food or immediately after meals (to minimize gastrointestinal irritation and prevent too rapid absorption), or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner.
Country of manufacture
Canada
Independent testing
ISO-certified third-party labs
Certifications
Non-GMO, Made in Canada
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place
Brand
AOR

How to take it

Adults: Take one scoop mixed with water or juice three times daily with food or immediately after meals (to minimize gastrointestinal irritation and prevent too rapid absorption), or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner.

  • Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light.
  • Keep out of reach of children.
  • Consult a practitioner if you are pregnant, nursing or on medication.

Ingredients

Three scoops contains

Modified Citrus Pectin
15g*

Contains 1200 mg of sodium and up to 42 mg of potassium per day

Interactions and cautions

Medications
May interact with certain prescription medications. Review with your pharmacist if you take daily medication.
Timing
Separate from medications by 2 to 4 hours unless directed otherwise by a healthcare practitioner.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Consult a healthcare practitioner before use if pregnant or breastfeeding.
General
Use only as directed. Discontinue and consult a practitioner if you experience an adverse reaction.

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Consult a healthcare practitioner before use. Free certified advisors are available at 1-888-386-1211, Mon to Fri, 9am to 5pm PT.

Questions about AOR - MCP

Is this the genuine, authentic product?
Yes. It is identical to what you would pay full price for anywhere else, sourced through our authorized supplier relationships.
How is the price below retail?
We buy direct, with nobody in the middle taking a cut, and we sell it for close to what we paid. You see the price privately because you have unlocked the Vault.
How fast does it ship?
Orders placed before 12pm PT are processed the same day and ship within two business days. Shipping is free over $89, and a flat $9.95 under that.
Can I return it?
You have 30 days after it arrives to request a return. Product must be unused, in its original packaging, with proof of purchase, and return shipping is paid by you. Find it cheaper anywhere in Canada and we will match the price.