Caprylic Acid

Did You Know...that an exciting new natural Alzheimer's treatment is also one of the best remedies against Candida, the most widespread cause of ill health? Caprylic acid (a medium-chain triglyceride) is an anti-fungal agent found naturally in coconuts. It's also the active ingredient in a new medical food validated by scientific research as an effective treatment for Alzheimer's. The medical food is being marketed under the name Axona. Caprylic acid works by providing the brain with an alternate source of energy. Healthy brains use glucose as their main source of cellular energy. But imaging studies show that brains affected by Alzheimer's use less glucose. If brain cells affected by Alzheimer's could be powered in some other way, symptoms of dementia could be eradicated. The substances produced by caprylic acid in the body—known as ketones—can provide that essential alternative source of energy.

Caprylic acid's potential against Alzheimer's is highly promising. Yet, its amazing effects for Candida detoxification are equally extraordinary. For more than 40 years scientists have known about the power of caprylic acid for treating Candida symptoms.

Caprylic Acid Can Help

Natural health experts say that treatment with caprylic acid will vary depending on whether you are using it for Alzheimer's or for candida detoxification.

• Caprylic Acid for Alzheimer's : According to an article in Alzheimer's Weekly, coconut oil contains active ingredients that can provide the brain with the ketones needed to improve function in Alzheimer's patients. The article advises, however, that Alzheimer's treatment should always be supervised by a physician, whether the remedy is coconut oil, caprylic acid capsules, or the prescription-based Axona.
• Caprylic Acid for Candida : Numerous studies have confirmed the efficacy of caprylic acid against candida. Some practitioners recommend coconut oil as a food source of capyrlic acid. However, caprylic acid is also available in capsule form for those who need higher doses or who find capsules more convenient. Caprylic acid supplements are available through health food shops, pharmacies, and online health retailers. Natural health practitioners say that the symptoms of Candida overgrowth should be greatly reduced after taking the supplement, as directed, for a short period of time.