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What’s the Best Source of Monolaurin?

What’s the Best Source of Monolaurin?

📝 Medically reviewed by Dr. Patricia Shelton 🔍 Last updated October 17, 2024 📚 16 citations 📖 7 minute read  About the Author:  Dr. Patricia Shelton, MD, has been a medical communicator and educator since 2014. She holds a Doctor of Medicine degree and a Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience, both from the University of Washington in Seattle. -- Monolaurin has gained popularity in recent years for its potential health benefits, particularly for immune support and digestive health⁵. However, finding the best source of monolaurin is essential to ensure you’re getting a product that is effective, safe, and bioavailable. Jump To: Natural Sources...

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Monolaurin vs. Lauric Acid: What’s the Difference?

Monolaurin vs. Lauric Acid: What’s the Difference?

📝 Medically reviewed by Dr. Patricia Shelton 🔍 Last updated August 23, 2024 📚 21 citations 📖 5 minute read  About the Author: Dr. Patricia Shelton, MD, has been a medical communicator and educator since 2014. She holds a Doctor of Medicine degree as well as a Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience, both from the University of Washington in Seattle. – While these two compounds share a close relationship and each provides distinct benefits, it’s important to know their differences—especially given their common presence in sources like coconut oil and palm kernel oil to make informed decisions about your health and wellness. Jump...

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Lauric Acid

Lauric Acid: Potential Health Benefits, Sources, Uses, And More

📝 Medically reviewed by Dr. Patricia Shelton 🔍 Last updated May 27, 2024 📚 14 citations 📖 7 minute read  About the Author:  Dr. Patricia Shelton, MD, has been a medical communicator and educator since 2014. She holds a Doctor of Medicine degree and a Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience, both from the University of Washington in Seattle. -- Are you seeking a natural way to better your overall well-being? Lauric acid is an organic compound that has promising potential for human health. This medium-chain fatty acid may help support immune response and digestive function. ‡ Coconut oil, a popular kitchen...

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Coconut Oil Health Benefits

The Top 5 Health Benefits Of Coconut Oil

📝 Medically reviewed by Dr. Patricia Shelton 🔍 Last updated April 29, 2024 📚 21 citations 📖 8 minute read  About the Author:  Dr. Patricia Shelton, MD, has been a medical communicator and educator since 2014. She holds a Doctor of Medicine degree and a Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience, both from the University of Washington in Seattle. -- Coconut oil is a versatile plant-based compound with a variety of potential health benefits. Used in everything from skin-smoothing body lotions to kitchen cooking oils, the power and potential of coconut oil seem primarily to stem from its high lauric acid content....

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