I hope my write-up on Monolaurin / Lauricidin / Lauric Acid is informative and helpful. If you have questions about this or a particular condition or would like information on becoming a distance client, please feel free to contact my office. Advanced Healing Center of Orange County, the practice of Dr. Marcus Ettinger. Phone: 714-639-4360, Mail: 630 South Glassell Street #103. Orange, CA 92866.
What are Monolaurin and Lauric Acid?
Lauric acid is a 12-carbon medium-chain fatty acid (MCFA) found naturally in human breast milk (6.2% of total fat) and coconut oil (47.5% by weight). Lauric acid was originally discovered when microbiologists studied human breast milk to determine the protective (antiviral and antibacterial) substances that protected infants from microbial infections. Other fatty acids were also found to have antimicrobial actions, but lauric acid was the most active. Lauric acid can disrupt the cell membrane of gram-positive bacteria by physicochemical (physical and chemical) processes. Once inside the cell, it can interfere with bacterial cell signal transduction and gene transcription processes. Its activity is generally better at low pH and is diminished by Mg2+ and Ca2+.
A chemical reaction known as esterification¹ combines lauric acid and glycerol to yield a fantastic compound known as monolaurin (glycerol monolaurate). This reaction can occur within our body and in a laboratory. Monolaurin acts as a surfactant², which possesses an even greater antiviral and antibacterial activity than its precursor, lauric acid. Monolaurin, when given orally, at therapeutic doses between 2,500 – 9,000 mg/day, is generally well tolerated, with loose bowels as the only negative concern. Monolaurin has been extensively studied at medical research centers, including the Center for Disease Control (CDC), because of its high antimicrobial (antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, anti-yeast, and antiprotozoal) activity. These studies have provided information about the antiviral and antibacterial mechanisms of monolaurin. Monolaurin was found to be effective against certain Lipid Coated Bacteria (LCBs) and Lipid Coated Viruses (LCVs) – enveloped DNA and RNA viruses.
¹Esterification: Esterification is the generic term for the chemical reaction in which two reactants (typically an alcohol and an acid) form an ester as the reaction product. Esters are common in organic chemistry and biological materials and often have a characteristic pleasant, fruity odor. This leads to their extensive use in the fragrance and flavor industry
²Surfactant: Surfactants are compounds that lower the surface tension of a liquid, allowing easier spreading, and lowering of the interfacial tension between two liquids, or between a liquid and a solid. Surfactants may act as detergents, wetting agents, emulsifiers, foaming agents, and dispersants.
Lipid-Coated Virus
HIV-1, Influenza virus, paramyxoviruses, rubeola virus, bronchitis virus, and the herpes family of viruses (Epstein-Barr (EBV), Cytomegalovirus (CMV), zoster (Chickenpox), varicella-zoster (shingles) and herpes type I and II). Sadly, monolaurin did not affect diseases caused by non-enveloped viruses such as the poliovirus, coxsackievirus, encephalomyocarditis virus, rhinovirus, and rotaviruses.
There is a link between herpes (herpesvirus 1-6 ) and Lyme disease.
Read more about it here – Lyme Disease, Herpes Virus Connection
Lipid-Coated Bacteria
Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), Staphylococcus aureus, and Streptococcus agalactiae.
The antiviral and antibacterial action attributed to monolaurin makes the fats in the protective envelope soluble, causing the microbial membrane’s disintegration. This process works more efficiently when combined with metal chelating agents, such as EDTA and lactoferrin, and mucolytics, like NAC and guaifenesin. Recent publications have shown that monolaurin and lauric acid inhibit the replication of viruses by interrupting the communication and binding of the virus to host cells, thus preventing the uncoating of viruses necessary for replication and infection. Other studies have shown that monolaurin can remove all measurable infectivity by directly disintegrating the protective bacterial and viral lipid envelope. The binding of monolaurin to the viral envelope also makes the virus more susceptible to host defenses, heat, or ultraviolet light degradation. (Projan et al 1994, Hornung et al 1994, Witcher et al, 1993)
Monolaurin and Lauricidin were one of the first components of my biofilm protocol when I developed it for the natural treatment of H. pylori back in 2007. Since then, I have found it to be an indispensable supplement in my practice.
Additional Reading:
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- The Properties of Lauric Acid and Their Significance in Coconut Oil
- A Review of Monolaurin and Lauric Acid – Natural Virucidal and Bactericidal Agents.
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- The Potential of Coconut Oil and its Derivatives as Effective and Safe Antiviral Agents Against the Novel Coronavirus (nCoV-2019)
Purchasing
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Monolaurin, Lauricidin and Lauric Acid In The News
Mol Cell Biochem. 2005 Apr;272(1-2):29-34
Minimum inhibitory concentrations of herbal essential oils and monolaurin for gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria
Preuss H.G., et al., Department of Physiology and Biophysics, Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington, DC 20057, USA. preusshg@georgetown.edu
New, safe antimicrobial agents are needed to prevent and overcome severe bacterial, viral, and fungal infections. Based on our previous experience and that of others, we postulated that herbal essential oils, such as those of origanum and monolaurin, offer such possibilities. We examined in vitro the cidal (def. killing, as in bactericidal) and/or static effects of oil of oregano, several other essential oils, and monolaurin on Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus anthracis Sterne, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Helicobacter pylori, and Mycobacterium terrae. Origanum (oregano) proved cidal to all tested organisms with the exception of B. anthracis Sterne in which it was static. Monolaurin was cidal to S. aureus and M. terrae but not to E. coli and K. pneumoniae. Unlike the other two gram-negative organisms, H. pylori was extremely sensitive to monolaurin. Similar to origanum, monolaurin was static to B. anthracis Sterne. Because of their longstanding safety record, origanum and/or monolaurin, alone or combined with antibiotics, might prove helpful in the prevention and treatment of severe bacterial infections, especially those that are difficult to treat and/or are antibiotic-resistant (also see biofilm, as a source of antibiotic resistance).
Note: Monolaurin has been shown to inactive many forms of bacteria and viruses that are protected by an outer lipid membrane, known as an envelope (H. pylori cell envelope). The mechanism is due to monolaurin’s ability to aid in the disintegration of this lipid membrane.
The Potential of Coconut Oil and its Derivatives as Effective and Safe Antiviral Agents Against the Novel Coronavirus (nCoV-2019) Posted on
Fabian M. Dayrit, Ph.D.
Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines
National Academy of Science & Technology-Philippines
Mary T. Newport, M.D.
Spring Hill Neonatology, Inc. Florida, USA
As we write this, the World Health Organization has declared a global emergency over the novel coronavirus, nCoV-2019, that has spread beyond China. There is still no cure for nCoV-2019. nCoV-2019 has been shown to be related to SARS (Zhou et al., 2020), a coronavirus which caused an outbreak in 2003. Several researchers have been designing drugs to target protease enzymes in coronavirus specifically, but testing for these drugs is many months away. What if there is a treatment candidate against the coronavirus that might already be available and whose safety is already established?
Lauric acid (C12) and monolaurin, its derivative, have been known for many years to have significant antiviral activity. Lauric acid is a medium-chain fatty acid that makes up about 50% of coconut oil; monolaurin is a metabolite that is naturally produced by the body’s own enzymes upon ingestion of coconut oil and is also available in pure form as a supplement. Sodium lauryl sulfate, a common surfactant that is made from lauric acid, has been shown to have potent antiviral properties. Lauric acid, monolaurin, and sodium lauryl sulfate (which is also known as sodium dodecyl sulfate) are used in a wide range of products for their antiviral properties.
Mechanisms of action
Three mechanisms have been proposed to explain the antiviral activity of lauric acid and monolaurin: first, they cause disintegration of the virus envelope; second, they can inhibit late maturation stage in the virus replicative cycle; and third, they can prevent the binding of viral proteins to the host cell membrane.
1. Disintegration of the virus membrane. The antiviral activities of lauric acid and monolaurin were first noted by Sands and co-workers (1979) and later by Hierholzer & Kabara (1982). In particular, Hierholzer & Kabara showed that monolaurin was able to reduce infectivity of 14 human RNA and DNA enveloped viruses in cell culture by >99.9%, and that monolaurin acted by disintegrating the virus envelope. Thormar and co-workers (1987) confirmed the ability of lauric acid and monolaurin to inactivate viruses by disintegration of the cell membrane. Sodium lauryl sulfate has been shown to be able to solubilize and denature the viral envelope (Piret 2000, 2002).
2. Inhibits virus maturation. The Junin virus (JUNV) is the causative agent of Argentine hemorrhagic fever. In a comparison among the saturated fatty acids from C10 to C18 against JUNV infection, Bartolotta and co-workers (2001) showed that lauric acid was the most active inhibitor. From mechanistic studies, it was concluded that lauric acid inhibited a late maturation stage in the replicative cycle of JUNV. From transmission electron microscope images, JUNV is an enveloped virus featuring glycoproteins that are embedded in the lipid bilayer, forming viral spikes (Grant et al., 2012); this is similar to nCoV-2019.
3. Prevents binding of viral proteins to the host cell membrane. Hornung and co-workers (1994) showed that in the presence of lauric acid, the production of infectious vesicular stomatitis virus was inhibited in a dose-dependent and reversible manner: after removal of lauric acid, the antiviral effect disappeared. They observed that lauric acid did not influence viral membrane (M) protein synthesis but prevented the binding of viral M proteins to the host cell membrane.
Although lauric acid accounts for much of the reported antiviral activity of coconut oil, capric acid (C10) and monocaprin have also shown promising activity against other viruses, such as HIV-1 (Kristmundsdóttir et al., 1999). Capric acid accounts for about 7% of coconut oil. Thus, at least two fatty acids in coconut oil and their monoglycerides have antiviral properties. Hilarsson and co-workers (2007) tested the virucidal activities of fatty acids, monoglycerides, and fatty alcohols against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and human parainfluenza virus type 2 (HPIV2) at different concentrations, times, and pH levels. They reported the most active compound tested was monocaprin (C10), which also showed activity against influenza A virus and significant virucidal activities even at a concentration as low as 0.06-0.12%.
Use of coconut oil and C12 derivatives in animals and humans
Coconut oil and its derivatives have been shown to be safe and effective antiviral compounds in both humans and animals. Because of the antiviral and antibacterial protection that it provides to animals, coconut oil, as well as lauric acid and monolaurin, is used in farm animals and pets as veterinary feed supplements in chicken, swine and dogs (Baltic et al., 2017). Monolaurin has been shown to effectively protect chicken against avian influenza virus (van der Sluis, 2015). Li and co-workers (2009) prepared a gel containing monolaurin and found it to be highly active against repeated high viral loads of Simean immunodeficiency virus in macaques and Kirtane and co-workers (2017) developed a 35% gel of monolaurin for application in the female genital tract to protect against HIV. Sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) has been used at low concentrations to inactivate viruses in milk of farm animals (de Sousa et al., 2019). SLS is the active constituent in commercial disinfecting wipes and standard laboratory disinfectants, and is an emulsifying agent and penetration enhancer in pharmaceutical preparations.
Coconut oil itself has been shown to have anti-HIV properties in small clinical studies. The first clinical trial using coconut oil (45 mL daily) and monolaurin (95% purity, 800 mg daily) against HIV-AIDS was conducted in the Philippines. This study involved 15 HIV patients, aged 22 to 38 years, 5 males and 10 females, for 6 months. There was only one fatality and 11 of the patients showed higher CD4 and CD8 counts after 6 months (Dayrit, 2000).
In another study, 40 HIV subjects with CD4+ T lymphocyte counts less than 200 cells/microliter were divided into a virgin coconut oil (VCO) group (45 mL daily) and control group (no VCO). After 6 weeks, the VCO group showed significantly higher average CD4+ T lymphocyte counts versus control (Widhiarta, 2016).
Conclusion
Several in vitro, animal, and human studies support the potential of coconut oil, lauric acid, and its derivatives as effective and safe agents against a virus-like nCoV-2019. Mechanistic studies on other viruses show that at least three mechanisms may be operating.
Given the considerable scientific evidence for the antiviral activity of coconut oil, lauric acid and its derivatives and their general safety, and the absence of a cure for nCoV-2019, we urge that clinical studies be conducted among patients who have been infected with nCoV-2019 (see below). This treatment is affordable and virtually risk-free, with enormous potential benefits.
On the other hand, given the safety and broad availability of virgin coconut oil (VCO), we recommend that VCO be considered as a general prophylactic against viral and microbial infection.
A proposed clinical study
We can propose that a clinical study be conducted on patients infected with nCoV-2019 accordingly:
· Group 1: Control group, standard care
· Group 2: standard care + VCO (45 mL, approx. 3 three tablespoons, daily or higher)
· Group 3: standard care + Monolaurin (95% purity, 800 mg daily). Monolaurin is recognized as GRAS by US FDA.
· Group 4: standard care + Monocaprin (95% purity, 800 mg daily). Monocaprin is recognized as GRAS by US FDA.
· Group 5: standard care + SLS (pharmaceutical grade, 100 mg/kg/day). SLS toxicity: lowest NOAEL (repeated dose, rat): 100 mg/kg/day (hepatotoxicity) (Bondi et al., 2015).
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Monolaurin Research Update 3-23-2021
- “Previous studies (18,–22) and our data indicate that GML and similar monoglycerides are potent antiviral agents against diverse viruses.” Glycerol Monolaurate, an Analogue to a Factor Secreted by Lactobacillus, Is Virucidal against Enveloped Viruses, Including HIV-1
- Bioactive monolaurin as an antimicrobial and its potential to improve the immune system and against COVID-19: a review
- The Clinical Use of Monolaurin as a Dietary Supplement: A Review of the Literature
- Drug-Eluting Fibers for HIV-1 Inhibition and Contraception
- Effect of antimicrobial factors in human milk on rhinoviruses and milk-borne cytomegalovirus in vitro
- Glycerol Monolaurate Contributes to the Antimicrobial and Anti-inflammatory Activity of Human Milk
- Glycerol Monolaurate (GML) inhibits human T cell signaling and function by disrupting lipid dynamics
Hello Dr. Marcus
I bought Lauricidin to treat my H, Pylori.I have seen that their pellets do not easily dissolve in the water.
In which part of the digestive system do the pellets melt?
Do they exert their Antiviral and Antibacterial effect on the stomach???
I am worried about not getting results by taking it wrongly
Thank you
Jorge,
You put the pellets in your mouth and swallow them with a bit of water. Do not chew them and dissolving them in water is not needed.
They will be dissolved in the stomach and small intestine.
Since the stomach is the first place the go, you get the most bang for the buck there.
Respectfully,
Dr. Ettinger
Hello Dr. Ettinger,
Great information on Monolaurin; thank you for presenting it!
Also, I’d noticed that you’d mentioned Boulardii; but, after reading your well-researched article, I’m wondering if Monolaurin – which works against yeasts – would inactive Boulardii, as Boulardii is a yeast?
Thanks for your time, Dr. Ettinger.
Dean,
First, thank you.
Lauracidin or Monolaurin can be taken with S. boulardii. No issues.
Dr. Ettinger
Hi Dr. Ettinger, excellent information you have so kindly shared. I have a reactivated case of EBV with really high numbers after the second Covid shot. It’s reactivation is affecting my thyroid labs drastically. I am doing a number of things to make this EBV go dormant. And I just received the Monolaurin which I began today. My question is this Monolaurin protocal to be taken for the rest of my life to keep it dormant. Or do I just take it until the lab test numbers go back down? Much appreciation. 🙂
Jen,
That is a very complex question with many variables. It would be impossible for me to give you an answer without knowing you well, like you being an active patient of mine.
Respectfully,
Dr. Ettinger
Would monolaurin help resolve C-diff?
Bonnie,
All I can say about this is that it’s not part of my C. diff. support protocol. I just can’t say how much, if any, it would help.
Respectfully,
Dr. Ettinger
Hello- I have CFS-Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and my blood work shows reactivated EBV. I’m really debilitated with the symptoms of unrefreshing sleep, fatigue, shortness of breath, heart racing, digestive and other symptoms. Will Monolaurin help? How much should I take? Are the pellet forms good to take? Do I need biofilm disrupters to take with it or is Monolaurin effective on it’s own for CFS; reactivated EBV. Also is it helpful for Mold or heavy metal detox? Thank you
Melinda,
I understand you are looking for help, but I can’t give medical advice to non-patients. I have no idea, based on the data you have given me if monolaurin is the correct product for you. If you would like help, please give me a call and I can go over with you how to become an in-office or distant patient.
Respectfully,
Dr. Ettinger
I have been using Monolaurin for almost two years now. I’d been reading patient forums because the doctors could no longer help me with recurrences of Shingles and it was on my face and near my eye. A woman on the forum had posted that she’d been cured of recurrences with Monolaurin so I tried it. Sure enough, no more recurrences. In addition, I have had no colds or flu in that time and although I had chronic bladder infections prior to using it, bladder infections are no longer a problem. I started dosing my dogs with it, being fixed females and susceptible to bladder infections too, and they are healthier now too. I don’t know if it’s helping me with Covid-19, but I have severe allergies that prevent me from getting vaccinated at this point, so I’m hoping that I’m somewhat protected with the Monolaurin. I work in an office and we are all unmasked now, and so far, so good. I just never get sick! My cousin is using it for Epstein-Barr and reports success, as well as a Facebook friend who uses it for Shingles recurrences and has had success too. It’s hard to convince anyone that this supplement is so potent and powerful, but I tell anyone who will listen.
Patty,
That’s a great testimonial; thank you for sharing.
Respectfully,
Dr. Ettinger
Thank you for the information, Patty!!
Howdy,
I just ordered and received today 21oz of Monolaurin. I have been dealing with an ongoing never-ending sinus infection now for four years that never seems to resolve. I had sinus surgery a year ago and the problem returned. I just finished 21 days of antibiotic and then 6 days of Predisone and still have the infection. Mucus daily and yellow discharge when I blow my nose. The ENT doctor suggests another surgery to open up the nasal passage and remove any inflammation that was not removed from the prior surgery. My step-son told me about Monolaurin so I thought this would be worth a try. Please tell me how much I should be taking on a daily basis. I would like to try this before jumping back into surgery. I have the dosing instructions that came with the product but thought I would see if there is a different amount I should be taking. thanks
Nansie,
I wish I could offer you dosing instructions but since you are not a patient of mine I’m not in a legal or ethical position to do so. If you ever need a new set of eyes on you case I am always available to assist you. My forms section contains all the information needed to become a distance patient.
Respectfully,
Dr. Ettinger
In light of the papers showing that in vitro Monolaurin is effective against at lease one coronavirus, I would be interested to know if you have any research showing it is effective in vivo against any lipid coated viruses or coronaviruses in particular.
Simon,
I never answer questions that are best suited for Google.
Respectfully,
Dr. Ettinger
Hi Dr Ettinger,
I came across your article while doing some personal research regarding the use of monolaurin for covid 19. Yesterday I heard a friend of mine, Dr Joseph Hickey, of the Hickey Wellness Center in Hilton Head SC has successfully treated two patients with covid19. Within 24 hours they showed signs of remarkable recovery. With your knowledge, as well as his, maybe you two could get some attention to the potential benefit for mankind. I’ve been a pharmacist for 30 years. I have been taking Elderberry daily to try and protect myself . I ordered some monolaurin this morning. There are so many pharmacists that are working unprotected. We need your expertise and help to bring this to the forefront. Thank you for your work.
Sharon,
Coronavirus is a lipid-coated virus and as such should be susceptible to increased lauric acid/monolaurin concentrations in the blood. Here is a 31 January 2020 whitepaper promoting the use of lauric acid for the coronavirus (COVID-19). If I have any patients who notified me they have the virus I would most likely recommend Lauricidin, the brand I carry. I would also recommend NAC, ascorbic acid, zinc, selenium, black currant seed oil, colostrum, vitamin E, and maybe S. boulardii. https://www.icp.org.ph/2020/01/the-potential-of-coconut-oil-and-its-derivatives-as-effective-and-safe-antiviral-agents-against-the-novel-coronavirus-ncov-2019/
Respectfully,
Dr. Ettinger
Important Note: In order to receive protocol information or coaching on biofilm protocols, support for H. pylori eradication.., you will need to become a distance patient – Distance Client Program. I truly do want to help any and all who are interested, but it’s finally gotten to the point where far too many people want free advice, treatment plans, personalized protocols, etc. I’m a firm believer in fair exchange and I feel I have done so by providing the information in this post.
I want to help you and I can create a tailor-made protocol for your individual situation. Please fill out the distance patient application (link above). If you have a specific question about the program please call me first at 714-639-4360.
Dr. Ettiinger
Hope this finds you doing well. Is there any studies or research on ACE inhibitors/ blockers being able to treat or suppress covid-19 from entering the lungs or reducing the severity of infection?
Erik,
Please Google search that. I would have to do the same.
Respectfully,
Dr. Ettinger
Thank you for the opportunity to ask you a question. I take 2 scoops of Lauricidin on a daily basis. I want to get a Shingrix vaccine and would like to know if the monolaurin could interfere with the vaccine’s effectiveness.
Erica,
As far as I know, it should not. It’s just a fatty acid (lauric acid).
Respectfully,
Dr. Ettinger
Dear Dr. Ettinger,
Think I acted before thinking; mechanically completing first recommended treatment. Should I have not gotten my second shot of Shingrix vaccine being I had started Lauricidin? I had started new recommendation of supplemental Monolaurin or Lauricidin to hopefully eradicate herpes zoster virus.I elected Lauricidin for convenience of slowly ramping up dose to try and eliminate ‘die off’ possibility. I had completed 4 days of 1/4 tsp 3x/D (Total of 2250mg/D. I had no symptoms with first dose of vaccine but with this one I am experiencing all possible side effects of vaccine – immediate moderate site pain, fever, body head aches and head twinges. Did find article stating it is a recombinant, adjuvanted vs live attenuated but chemistry after that rather ‘Greek to me’. I had no luck finding any literature that spoke to this via on-line search.
Thank-you for considering my question.
If you can point me to any literature on this I would be grateful.
Christy,
I know of no literature that would cover your question. You are in the mix of things now and your body will need to try and assimilate/metabolize the vaccine and I hope you get over your symptoms soon. Lauracidin is not designed to “KILL” any herpes virus. At best all we can hope for is to put the herpes virus into a latent state and hope it never activates – period.
I hope this helps.
Respectfully,
Dr. Ettinger
Dear Dr. Ettinger,
Thank-you for your most timely response and for clarifying that Lauricidin does not kill the virus. From your article I thought that the action of Lauricidin that you described – ‘ making soluable the fats in the protective envelope causing the disintegration of the microbial envelope’ would lead to its death.
I did continue with my Lauricidin and all my symptoms cleared in 24 hours except my site soreness but it has reduced.
Thank-you again for your timely feedback. I truly appreciate it.
Christy,
I’m happy to hear that you are doing better!
Dr. Ettinger
I have been taking Lauricidin for 3 months and still seem to have outbreaks. Its just 1 small herpe when it does happen, but I can’t understand why it is still happening. It only happens around my menstrual cycle when it dos occur. I also take a zinc supplement, multi vitamin, vitamin c, and omega. Is that not enough? Could my diet be playing a part? The 1st day I took Lauricidin, I had an outbreak, what does that mean?
Tammy, with the limited data I have about you and your situation it would be almost impossible for me to give you a correct answer. I love Lauricidin, but I rarely ever use alone or with just zinc and vitamin C. If you want to get to the bottom of this I can help, but I would need a lot more data. I do offer a distance patient program in case you are ever interested. Here is the link. Respectfully, Dr. Ettinger https://advancedhealing.com/wp-content/uploads/Distance-Client-Program-revised-01-January-19.pdf
I study homeopathy and supposedly Thuja Occid is said to aid in effects of vaccination
N,
I use specific vaccine homeopathics (MMR vaccine 30C, etc…) before and after as well as anti-inflammatory EFA’s.
Respectfully,
Dr. Ettinger
Thank you Dr Ettinger , I have a medical background and have worked with alternative medicine. Arnica and ferrum pho’s seem to have an affinity for minimizing lung damage. I used an aresolized form of colloidal silver and it knocked out an urti in 12 hours. Different aspects of lung are subserved by different meridians. The center of the chest is supported by the kidney meridian, which can be strengthened by using organic cranberry juice. Any homeopathics which have an affinity for the kidney should help. The base of the lung is subserved by a the liver meridian, milk thistle should help. The apex and lateral aspect of the lung is subserved by the gallbladder meridian, may taurine, iodine seem to have a beneficial effect. In addition pc4 two finger deaths below the wrist crease, activate t4 and have a benefical effect on the nipple point which subserves the heart, lung and chest wall. Massaging this point will have a beneficial effect. Arsenicum iodatum or chin arsenicum or mag pho’s will have a benefical effect.,
Hello,
does somebody know the biological half- life of monolaurin? I can’t find the information by google.
And I’m sorry for my bad english.
Thanks.
Jiri
It’s a fatty acid, so it’s basically a food. I would say as long as it takes for the body (liver, circulation, cells..) to metabolize it divided by two.
Hello,
yes, thanks. The question was how long time. One hour? 12 hours? Or a week? I have no informations…
Jiri
Google how long does it take to metabolize fatty acids. If you want to be specific, how long does it take to metabolize lauric acid.
Dear Dr. Ettinger
Please can you tell me if Monolaurin should be taken before meals, after meals, between meals, or on a completely empty stomach?
I would be extremely grateful for your assistance in this matter.
Thank you.
Since Monolaurin is a fat it would be best taken with meals.
Hi Dr. Ettinger,
Have you seen any studies with monolaurin/lauricidin having any activity against citrobacter freundii by chance? Thank you!
I have not but a deep Google search may have what you are looking for.
Hello,
I am interested to know, since HPV is not a lipid coated virus, if Lauric Acid has any effect on it? I’ve read through the comments and you have not necessarily said it does not help specifically with HPV. But in your article you said it has no impact on non enveloped viruses.
In your experience, have you come across any cases of HPV that clear when one takes Monolaurin?
Many thanks!
Maxene,
Supportive protocols are very individualized. It’s not about killing something, it’s about correcting the underlying reason the virus is expressing itself. Every one of us, if we’ve had sex, most likely have HPV. Most of those people will never have HPV expressed because they are more like the brick house than the straw or stick house. I do offer a distance client program which will help us to get everything figured out and get you on the path to healing and back to a normal life. Here is the link to my program. https://advancedhealing.com/wp-content/uploads/Distance-Client-Program-revised-08-22-17.pdf
Respectfully,
Dr. Ettinger
Dr Ettinger,
Would taking monolaurin interfere with the mRNA Covid vaccine? Does the monolaurin need to be stopped before vaccinations?
Thanks
It’s a fatty acid and, in my opinion, should have no impact on influencing the COVID vaccine.
Margaret 3/4/18
HI Marcus! I’ve had so many uti’s over the decades and i’m wondering how to get rid of biofilm that seems to keep the uti’s and their bacteria coming back. I never seem to be able to be free of them… had one 5 weeks ago and now another one–help please!!
Margaret,
There is no simple answer to your request. It would have to be worked-up as there are many variables to take into consideration. I do offer a distance patient program, unless you live close by, which is designed just for that purpose. Here is the link – https://advancedhealing.com/wp-content/uploads/Distance-Client-Program-revised-08-22-17.pdf
Respectfully,
Dr. Ettinger
Dear Dr. Ettinger,
My elderly father’s urinalysis came back positive for Staphylococcus epidermidis. Have you read whether Lauricidin works on this type of Staph? Also, are you aware of any negative interactions with graviola? My father is taking this for his cancer. I am trying to keep him off of antibiotics while we are trying to build his gut flora.
Thank you.
Joyce
Joyce,
Staphylococcus epidermidis is a gram-positive bacteria and Lauracidin works on that. I have not had the opportunity to use it for that specifically, but it sure won’t hurt to try. In my experience, Graviola is very safe.
Respectfully,
Dr. Ettinger
Hi Dr. Ettinger, does monolaurin still work for HSV1 when taken with valtrex?
Thank you!
CF,
Valtrex will have no influence on whether monolaurin will or will not work. If it were me, I’d choose the monolaurin and bolster its affects with MSM, lysine and vitamin C.
Respectfully,
Dr. Ettinger
Hi Dr. Ettinger,
Great article. Was diagnosed with mono in early February of this year. It took forever for my doctors to figure out what was going on with me. As amazing as they are, I didn’t fit the traditional criteria for mono. Regardless, I saw a specialist and she recommended cat’s claw, monolaurin, and ester c … As well as elderberry. I am doing a lot better, but find myself fatigued and dealing with aches each time I come down with a cold or flu or even when stressed. Blood work is perfect and other than IBS/GERD, I am healthy. It just hits me a lot harder post mono. That said, is it okay to take these supplements, specifically Monolaurin, for a long time?
Brie,
If you ever need another set of eyes to help out, I have a distance patient program. Through that, I have helped people around the world for the past 12 years.
I can’t make a personal recommendation just for you, but I can tell you that a couple of my patients have been on Lauracidin (Monolaurin) for over 3 years.
I hope this helps.
Respectfully,
Dr. Ettinger
Is it safe to give to kids? If so how many mg would you recommend for a 7 year old? Great article!
Brenda,
It is safe! I can’t give a recommendation outside of my practice (patients). I’m sorry, but malpractice and all.
Thank you and I appreciate the comment.
Respectfully,
Dr. Ettinger
Hi Dr,
Would Monolaurin kill off probiotics since it is antibacterial?
Thanks.
Brad, not to my knowledge. It’s a fatty acid, lauric acid. If your worried about that happening, I would take S. boulardii 5 billion one or two times a day as well as following a high fiber (prebiotic) diet. Onion, garlic, vegetables, beans, psyllium husk powder, flax seed meal, and spices (clove, raw cacao, Ceylon cinnamon, and turmeric)
Hello,
I’m currently taking antibiotics. I have to do it for three months (lungs and blood infection). There is any problem if I also take Lauricidin and Bio film enzymes?
I also have problems with digestion, so I take pancreatic enzymes. When I take Bio film enzymes I have to take pancreatic enzymes or there is no need.
p.s Sorry my english. I hope to be clear
Matilda, They should all be fine with the antibiotics. I would take them at different times though.
I recently had an H-Pylori breath test that came back negative. I read on the lab sheet that anti-microbials could affect the results. I had been taking Monolaurin Lysine for several weeks before the test.
Could this cause a false negative reading? Should I go off the Monolaurin and retest?
Thank you.
That would be my recommendation. I would also do a stool or blood test to back it up.
What if I take less than the minimum dosage of monalaurin for herpes what will be the outcome
Most likely it will lessen the effectiveness of the protocol you are following. It’s hard to know until you do it for a while and observe the results.
What dosage should i take and does it really work
I can not give a recommendation to a person I know nothing about and is not a patient of mine. There is too much liability for me to do that. Respectfully, Dr. Ettinger
Where are you located .
In the city of Orange, CA. The address is on my website.
Hello Dr. Ettinger,
I am currently taking valacyclovir and Lysine. Is monolaurin a better option and can I get it at a local drug store?
I like Lauricidin and it would be a synergist to what you are doing. Vitamin C, zinc and flax seed oil are also synergists.
Hello, what protocol would you recommend for h.pylori? I bought Mastic gum, Lauricidine, probiotics and Zinc carnosine and I’m going to buy Interfase plus as well. However, I don’t know how to combine all these, which to take first, with food or on empty stomach. Please, help. Thank you! Renata
Renata, This may help. https://advancedhealing.com/pylopass-eliminate-h-pylori-ulcer-gastritis/ and https://advancedhealing.com/heartburn-gastritis-achlorhydria-h-pylori/
Hi. Very informative article. I was wondering about the dosage for a UTI? My dad is elderly and currently taking antibiotics. He is getting florastar and acidophilus at the hospital I added garden of life prostate probiotics , raw vitamin d3 and raw vitamin c (all garden of life). Today I added raw monolaurin 1100 mg. Thank you.
Margaret, The minimum therapeutic dose for monolaurin, in my opinion, is 3,000 mg’s/day. My average patient dose is 9,000 mg’s a day. I hope this helps.
Thank you for the quick response. Yes this does help me, tremendously!
Dr. Marcus,
I’ve been reading all I can on monolaurin and this website is very helpful.
i have self-diagnosed genital warts/hpv, but haven’t had a pap test to confirm. Is it safe to begin an HPV protocol without a positive pap? Could you please recommend product and dosage? thank you!!
Thank you for your question. I can not make treatment protocol recommendations through this forum. I can only do that if the commenter becomes a patient/distance-patient. Here is a link for information on that process. https://advancedhealing.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/Distance-Patient-Program-r10-12-15.pdf
It’s a source of dietary silica. Tons of data on the internet about the benefits of silica.
Hi again,
What is the purpose of the BioSil, as mentioned above?
Hi,
I just found out about monolaurin.
Looks like it might work as I have hpv 16
With Cin2 and Cin 3.
I’m looking to be hpv free before my next biopsy in 6 months
Any other suggestions to aid me in this?
Also I’m taking 600mg of monolaurin would that
a suffiant amout for my case?
Blessings
Organic Girl, I would switch to Lauricidin. The therapeutic dosage of all monolaurin products is 1200mg’s 2x/day. I like 1 scoop of Lauricidin 3x/day.
Hello,
Would it not be better to get the Monolaurin and Lauric Acid directly from coconut oil?
Bella, if you don’t mind consuming 6+ tbsp’s of coconut oil per day, then coconut oil is a good option. Otherwise, Lauracidin or Monolaurin is a better option.
Hi Dr. Markus.
I have pylori, took half scoop of Lauricidin twice for 3 days but have severe herx and I feel really sick from that. What can I do? take less lauricidin, change and take ecological formulas monolaurin? stopped taking it and still herx, what is your advise? Thanks.
Diana, Herxing is a result of leaky gut and/or lack phase II liver detoxification nutrients, and/or methylation issues. It’s not the lauracidin. You should look into these three defects with a competent holistic practitioner.
Hello Dr Marcus
I just read some articles on monolaurin. I am a Nurse and have been suffering with buttock herpes for 20 years now which I’ve contracted fro my ex-husband. I took anti viral pills and cream with some help, it may stay away from 6 months even a year but very rarely, it may come back with a vengeance every two weeks or so. I have stopped suppressive therapy for about about a year and a half to give my body a break. I use daily lysine and the results are no different from when I was on suppressive therapy. So sick of this virus and depressed, can’t even date due to die to embarrassment and disappointment.
Most of my patients take 1 scoop of Lauracidin (monolaurin) 3x/day, along with L-lysine, vitamin C, Flax seed oil, magnesium, Vitamin D3 and BioSil caps. Juicing carrots, celery, spincach and cucumber helps to keep the liver happy. In traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Liver heat can activate the virus. No alcohol, reduce stress, get 7-8 hours of sleep, Juice and eat a paleo diet.
Hello Dr. Marcus I know that HPV is anaerobic with a lipid coating and it thrives in a body with depleted oxygen and dies in 14 days if in high oxygen levels.
Hello Dr. Ettinger. My mother had colorectal cancer 10 or so years ago leaving her with problems with GI. Would it be ok to give her this and Elderberry to help her out with constipation? I use it and thought it may help her out.
Georgia,
A broad-spectrum, enteric coated, probiotic would be my first choice. I would also support her liver and pancreas. I’m going to recommend 3 products. Try these out and see how she feels. Message me back in 30 days. Website: http://www.caoh.org. Products: CaliTrim (2 2x/day), Probiotic Flora-Health (1/day) and Plant Enzymes (1-2 w/each meal). Phone # 800-643-7188. Ask for Lorelei and tell her Dr. Ettinger referred you. I know that this will be a better combo for her than Monoalurin and Elderberry. Lastly, if she owns a juicer, have her drink a glass of green leaf juice per day. This is fantastic for the entire body, especially her colon and liver.
Sincerely,
Dr. Ettinger
Great blog. I figured it out now. It is the ‘non-ionic surfactant’ property of monolaurin that makes it good at dissolving biofilms presumably both in the GI tract and the bloodstream – effectively acting as a strongly antimicrobial detergent! Thanks for the tip!
You are welcome! I like washing those dirty bacteria’s mouths out with soap.
Dear Dr. Ettinger,
I was told by a doctor that I have HSV 1 & 2, Epstein Barr Virus, Fibroids and H.Pylori.
I used to take a natural Progesterone cream for the fibroids. I used to be in severe pain, I’ve applied the cream as directed for a couple of weeks and I’m no longer in pain, thank God.
I’m currently taking, Vitamin d3, Mastic Gum, Selenium, MSM, Super Lysine and Colloidal Silver. I’ve read about Monolaurin and really impressed with the great reviews I came across.
I’m not a supporter of Valtrex and other medicines that will suppress the symptoms into the body.
Would like to know if it’s okay to take this along with my other products I’m taking. If so, how many dosages, how many times a day. I’m really looking forward to getting rid of these virus to bring my body back to a healthy state. I’ve also decided to give up on sugar, juices, certain meats and carbs.
Please let me know. I’m open to hearing other suggestions you may have.
Thank you,
CJ
CJ, Monolaurin dosage is very standard at two 600mg capsules, twice a day. I would also eliminate gluten, dairy and add ascorbyl palmitate 500mg’s twice a day. Please share how you are doing in a month. Dr. Ettinger
Hi dr . I was just diagnosed with HSV2. I don’t want to take valtrex. What do you recommend dosing for monolaurin ? Should I take ascorbyl palmitate ? Will the monolaurin kill all good bacteria too ? Do I need probiotic ? Lastly is the monolaurin toxic to liver and kidneys ?
John, I appreciate your enthusiasm, but this is not a free clinic. Even if it was I don’t know anything about you other than your diagnosis. I couldn’t even begin to give you competent medical advice based on that. I’m truly sorry. All of the products you mentioned are very safe, but I would not know the dosage you would need, to create a therapeutic level, without having the ability to muscle test you. Monolaurin will not kill your good bacteria. Monolaurin, as far as I know is very safe. Everyone is different though. If you are worried, take a liver function blood test 30, 60 and 90 days after you start. Last thing, 2400mg’s is the minimum starting dose for monolaurin. Best of luck and if you are in southern California, give me a call. This is the best way for me to help you. Dr. Ettinger
I cured my uterine fibroids taking 2 tbsp of unsulphered black strap molasses a day for 2 months. I used Brer Rabbit brand in the grocery store. Google unsulphered black strap molasses for uterine fibroids. I was going thru menopause and bleeding oddly between periods.The doctor wanted to do a DNC and said if that didn’t stop the bleeding then do hysterectomy. I said no way and researched uterine fibroids.This was 2 years ago. I have had 2 vaginal ultrasounds since and the doctor does not understand how my uterine fibroids were completely GONE !! I am now 46 and almost 3 years completely done with menopause and no bleeding.I remember after the second week of talking it my periods were normal – no weird bleeding. That was in April of that year then had normal ones until Thanksgiving then just stopped periods. Also it has a bad taste …I out it in my coffee and just take it from the spoon too. And brush your teeth- it can stain your teeth. It’s cheaper and less painful than surgery. Think about it – you never heard of hysterectomy done years ago as they are done ALL the time now. The old-timers medicine works. Hope it works for you.
Hey Marcus. Nice article. Is this more or less an advanced version of Bactor 6? But now it looks like it combats viral as well. Nice. Is it bottled the same?
Mick,,,
Mick,
Good to hear from you. It’s in capsules and can be taken with other products to work even faster. Let me know if you need anything.
Dr. I read an article on “theconversation.com” that “debunks” monolaurin’s use to fight or inhibit in any way the use of monolaurin against virus’s.
They claim that all claims about the wonderful use of monolaurin to fight fungi and virus’s, etc; are all false. They admit that their info is well established and backed by real science. We wish that you would look at there site and read their small writings on this and then contact us about your opinion as to why they are so negative and seemingly wrong about all this. Thank you soooo much..
Steven,
First, I truly hope you are sincere and not just trolling. Man, I’ve never read such a well-researched science article in my life. NOT! “The Conversation – academic rigor and journalistic flair.” I guess the writer of “5 claims about coconut oil debunked” went all-in on flair because she had no time to do any academic rigor.
Steven, I’m just going to post the results of what a simple Google search can uncover. You could have done the same and saved the time it took to comment on my blog.
“Previous studies (18,–22) and our data indicate that GML and similar monoglycerides are potent antiviral agents against diverse viruses.” Glycerol Monolaurate, an Analogue to a Factor Secreted by Lactobacillus, Is Virucidal against Enveloped Viruses, Including HIV-1
Bioactive monolaurin as an antimicrobial and its potential to improve the immune system and against COVID-19: a review
The Clinical Use of Monolaurin as a Dietary Supplement: A Review of the Literature
Drug-Eluting Fibers for HIV-1 Inhibition and Contraception
Effect of antimicrobial factors in human milk on rhinoviruses and milk-borne cytomegalovirus in vitro
Glycerol Monolaurate Contributes to the Antimicrobial and Anti-inflammatory Activity of Human Milk
Glycerol Monolaurate (GML) inhibits human T cell signaling and function by disrupting lipid dynamics
Respectfully,
Dr. Ettinger