Lauric Acid

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Description

Lauric Acid is a type of Medium Chain Saturated Fatty Acid with a carbon chain length of twelve (C12:0) and a melting point of 44º C. 

Health Benefits of Lauric Acid

Immune System

 Lauric Acid may inhibit some types of Bacteria - Detrimental including:

 Clostridium perfringens  [1]

 Helicobacter pylori  [2]

 Haemophilus influenzae 

 Listeria monocytogenes  [3]

 Propionibacterium acnes  [4]

 Staphylococcus aureus 

 Lauric Acid may inhibit Fungi - Detrimental including:

 Aspergillus niger  [5]

 Lauric Acid may inhibit the proliferation of Cancer - Prostate cells.  [6]

 Lauric Acid may suppress some types of lipid-enveloped Viruses:  [7]

 Lauric Acid may suppress the HIV Virus that is implicated in Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS).  [8]

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