Lauric Acid

• a medium chain saturated fatty acid
• found in whole milk products and especially in coconut products
• antiviral (source), in that it can inactivate them or kill them, and antibacterial (source) properties
• beneficial activity against : HIV, herpes, measles, influenza virus, hepatitis C and certain pathogenic bacteria


• may kill Helicobacter pylori, a bacteria commonly known to contribute to the cause of stomach ulcers or even stomach cancer (source)
• effective against athletes foot, candida and ringworm
• effective as an anti-caries and anti-plaque agent (source)
• beneficial to heart health