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Monolaurin is a fatty acid found in human breast milk. Lauric acid, a closely related compound, is found in coconuts. It has broad anti-microbial properties. In in vitro studies, monolaurin was able to destroy several strains of bacteria. H. Pylori is particularly susceptible – which may be why coconut water is traditionally used as a treatment for dyspepsia in tropical countries.

Other in vitro studies have shown that monolaurin can kill viruses by destroying their lipid membrane. (Laurates are commonly found in soap.) Some of the viruses inactivated by these lipids are measles, herpes simplex, hepatitis C, and cytomegalovirus (CMV). A number of fungi, yeasts, and protozoa are also inactivated or killed by monolaurin. These include ringworm, Candida albicans, and the protozoan parasite Giardia lamblia.

USES IN ME/CFS. Monolaurin is used as a safe alternative to pharmaceutical antivirals and antifungals, which often have harmful side effects.

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