Monolaurin and Gut Health
Monolaurin and Gut Health
Monolaurin is a natural compound that plays an important role in maintaining the health and function of our gut. It has been shown to improve digestive operation by promoting helpful flora while protecting against harmful bacteria, aiding with nutrient absorption, and reducing symptoms associated with gastrointestinal conditions, precursors to ulcers, dangerous bacteria, and more.
Symptoms but no diagnosis? It might be H. Pylori...
Suffering from indigestion? Heartburn? Feeling lethargic? Diarrhea or IBS? Dull abdominal pain? Loss of appetite? Monolaurin has been clinically proven to aid those suffering from these symptoms resulting from a commonly under-diagnosed bacteria: H. Pylori.1
Pylori (Helicobacter Pylori) is a bacteria that infects the stomach, gut and intestine by binding to healthy cells and attacking your protective lining. The bacteria also produces an enzyme that neutralizes stomach acid, reducing absorption, and can lead to sores or ulcers in your stomach. H. Pylori can cause redness and soreness (inflammation), and in some cases painful peptic ulcers in your upper digestive tract. H. Pylori contributes to complications like Gastritis and Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
Pylori is often misdiagnosed, and treatment involves both harsh and expensive including proton pump inhibitors (eg. Protonics, Prevacid and Nexium), histamine (H-2) blockers (eg. Zantac), and the use of frequent Pepto-Bismol.
Beyond H. Pylori: Other Benefits
Monolaurin provides a broad spectrum of benefits for those afflicted with other stomach or gastrointestinal issues. Studies have shown that monolaurin inhibits the dangerous bacteria H. influenzae (haemophilus influenzae), staph infections (staphylococcus epidermidis), and forms of strep (Group B gram-positive streptococcus), among others.
Unlike most pharmaceuticals and antibiotics, monolaurin is naturally occurring and doesn’t cause bacteria to become resistant over time, or to build up within your system. This is incredibly important if you suffer from chronic infections or require long term treatment; achieving sustainable use without developing long term side effects.
If you are looking to support your digestive health without using harsh or expensive drugs, choose monolaurin as a dietary supplement!
Foot Notes:
1 - Bergsson G, Steingrı́msson O, Thormar H. Bactericidal effects of fatty acids and monoglycerides on Helicobacter pylori. International Journal of Antimicrobial Agents. Volume 20, Issue 4, October 2002, Pages 258–262 - source
2 - Isaacs CE, Thormar H. The role of milk-derived antimicrobial lipids as antiviral and antibacterial agents. Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology. 1991; 310:159-65