Evidence supporting the use of: 3-Phenyllactic Acid
For the health condition: Fungal Infections
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3
3-Phenyllactic acid is a naturally occurring organic acid produced by certain lactic acid bacteria and has been the subject of research for its antimicrobial properties, including activity against fungi. There is scientific validation for its antifungal effects, primarily based on in vitro studies. Research has shown that 3-phenyllactic acid can inhibit the growth of several pathogenic fungi, such as Candida albicans and Aspergillus species. Its mechanism of action is believed to involve disruption of fungal cell membrane integrity and inhibition of biofilm formation.
Several studies, especially within food microbiology, have documented the effectiveness of 3-phenyllactic acid in controlling fungal contamination in fermented foods and dairy products. For example, lactic acid bacteria that secrete 3-phenyllactic acid have been shown to reduce spoilage and fungal load in cheese and yogurt. In addition, some research suggests synergistic effects when combined with other antimicrobial compounds produced by probiotics.
However, the current evidence is primarily preclinical, with most data coming from laboratory studies and food preservation applications. There are limited or no well-controlled human clinical trials evaluating the efficacy or safety of 3-phenyllactic acid as a therapeutic agent for treating systemic or localized fungal infections in humans. Thus, while the scientific foundation is promising, especially for topical or environmental applications, more research is needed before it can be recommended as a medical antifungal treatment.
Other ingredients used for Fungal Infections
10-Undecenoic Acid3-Phenyllactic Acid
Agarikon Mushroom
Ajoene
Ajuga
Alantolactone
Allicin
Allium tuberosum
Allyl isothiocyanate
Allyl sulfide
Aloe vera
alpha-pinene
alpha-terpineol
Ampelopsis
anamu
Ardisia
babchi
Baphicacanthus cusia
barberry
Barleria
basil
bee hive
bee propolis
benzyl isothiocyanate
beta-pinene
bisabolene
black nightshade
black walnut
borneol
Brazilian peppertree
Caesalpinia crista
cajuput
Calendula
camphor oil
caprylic acid
carvacrol
caryophyllene
Centipeda
chalcone
chamomile
Cinnamomum
cinnamon
citral
citronella
coconut oil
commiphora
copaiba oil
curry leaf
Dianthus
eucalyptus
eugenol
Euphorbia
gamma-terpinene
garlic
geranial
geraniol
geranium
Glechoma hederacea
glyceryl caprylate caprate
glyceryl monolaurate
Gnaphalium
goldenseal
green tea
Hedyotis
henna
Herb Robert
Houttuynia
Indian fagonia
jojoba oil
Kefir
Labdanum
Lactoperoxidase
Laggera pterodonta
Lantana camara
lauric acid
Lebbek
lemongrass
Leptospermum scoparium
lichen
linalool
Litsea
liverwort
lodhtree
Macaranga indica
Mahonia
mangostin
marigold
Marking Nut Tree
melaleuca alternifolia
Melia
Menthol oil
Monolaurin
Morinda
Mountain Pepper
Mustard
Naphthoquinones
Neem tree
nut grass
Onosma bracteatum
oregano
oregon grape
oriental arborvitae
Oroxylum indicum
pau d'arco
Pentacyclic triterpenoids
phenolic compounds
phlorotannins
Plectranthus amboinicus
Plumbago zeylanica
Polygodial
polyphenols
Propolis
rosemary
rue
sage
Salvia
Sandalwood
Sapindus mukorossi
schizonepeta
Self-Heal
Soapberry
Sophora
Stereospermum
Storax
Sumac
Tea Tree Oil
Terpinen-4-ol
Terpinolene
Thaumatococcus daniellii
Thiosulfinate
Thuja
Thymol
Tulbaghia
turmeric
Undecylenic acid
Violet
Water Pepper
Winter Savory
Wrightia tinctoria
zanthoxylum
Zingiberene
Other health conditions supported by 3-Phenyllactic Acid
Antibiotics (alternatives to)Fungal Infections
Infection
Infection (bacterial)
Skin (infections)
Staph Infections
Thrush
Wounds and Sores