- Natural antimicrobial agent
- Supports the health of the digestive system
- Improves the effectiveness of antibiotic therapy
- Effective against ringworm (candidiasis)
- Regenerates intestinal epithelial tissue
- Prevents and counteracts peptic ulcer disease
- Strengthens the immune system
- Inhibits cravings for carbohydrates
Now Foods Caprylic Acid is a dietary supplement containing 600 mg of caprylic acid per capsule per 1 g of medium-chain fatty acids (MCTs).
Caprylic acid - Octanoic acid (8-carbon); included in medium-chain saturated fatty acids (MCTs); found abundantly in coconut and palm fat, as well as in some animal fats, i.e. goat and sheep. It exhibits antibacterial and antifungal activity, and its supplementation can prevent bacterial diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, as well as fungal diseases (mainly candidiasis).
Caprylic acid inhibits the growth of pathogenic bacteria
As shown in numerous studies, caprylic acid showed antibacterial and bacteriostatic efficacy against the following strains of pathogenic bacteria:
- Comma(Vibrio parahaemolyticus)
-Escherichia coli (Escherichia coli)
- Enterohaemorrhagic bacillus(Shigella)
-Streptococcus agalactiae ( Streptococcus agalactiae, Streptococcus dysgalactiae, Streptococcus uberis)
-Staphylococcus aureus (Staphylococcus aureus)
Caprylic acid shows synergism with copper, zinc, silver and beta-glucan in fighting bacterial infections, especially those resistant to antibiotics, so it is an excellent complement to antibiotic and sulfonamide therapies, as well as can be used alone.
Caprylic acid fights candidiasis (ringworm)
Candida albicans is a species of fungi classified as yeast, causing opportunistic infections in immunocompromised patients, i.e. candidiasis (candidiasis, thrush) of the mouth, esophagus and distal segments of the gastrointestinal tract, lungs, as well as generalized infection, which can lead to serious systemic disorders.
Candidiasis (thrush) is a fungal, opportunistic infection of the mucous membranes or sometimes a generalized infection. As with other mycoses, infection here is also favored by chronic antibiotic therapy, immune weakness, B vitamin deficiencies, hormonal disorders, alcoholism, artificial valves, catheters or invasive procedures.
Numerous studies on caprylic acid have confirmed its effectiveness against gastrointestinal candidiasis. It has been shown to significantly reduce candida colonies in the intestines with systematic supplementation. In one experiment, it was found to reduce traces of Candida albicans in stool cultures by 30-90%, after just 16 days of use.
Caprylic acid is best combined with minerals that delay its absorption into the bloodstream and thus prolong its effect in the gastrointestinal tract, as well as - to amplify its effectiveness - with another fungal support agent like oregano oil.
Caprylic acid promotes intestinal regeneration
Caprylic acid stimulates the regeneration of the epithelial tissue of the intestines, mainly the large intestine, thus improving the absorption of nutrients, vitamins and minerals, as well as preventing and counteracting peptic ulcer disease.
In addition, it has an anti-inflammatory, anti-diarrheal effect, making it a potential agent in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome, cryptococcosis (a fungal disease caused by Cryptococcus neoformans) and colibacteriosis (a disease caused by pathogenic strains of Escherichia coli bacteria)
For even better regeneration of epithelial cells in the intestinal walls, combine with glutamine, colostrum, butyric acid and vitamin A.
In conclusion, Now Foods Caprylic Acid is an excellent formula for people with lowered immunity, struggling with chronic gastrointestinal or generalized mycosis, manifested by chronic fatigue, lack of energy, lowered mood, decreased libido, depression, irritability, lack of concentration or excessive craving for carbohydrate-rich foods.
