Evidence supporting the use of: Glyceryl monolaurate
For the health condition: Fungal Infections

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2

Glyceryl monolaurate (GML), also known as monolaurin, is a monoglyceride naturally found in coconut oil and breast milk. It has demonstrated antimicrobial properties in laboratory studies, including activity against certain bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Regarding fungal infections, several in vitro studies have shown that GML can inhibit the growth of Candida albicans and some other pathogenic fungi by disrupting their cell membranes, leading to cell death. However, most of the evidence comes from petri dish (in vitro) experiments rather than human clinical trials. There are currently no large-scale, peer-reviewed clinical studies confirming the effectiveness of glyceryl monolaurate for treating or preventing fungal infections in humans. Its use in products marketed for yeast or fungal infections relies mainly on these laboratory findings, and not on robust clinical validation. No strong historical or traditional use of GML for fungal problems is documented. Therefore, while the antifungal activity of GML is supported by preliminary scientific studies, the clinical relevance and efficacy in humans remain to be established. Based on the available evidence, the support for its use in treating fungal infections is modest and rated at 2/5.

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