6. Fights Yeast and Bacteria Growth
These types of triglycerides have proven to contain antimicrobial and antifungal properties. You can find a large amount of MCTs in coconut oil which has been said to decrease the growth of the bacteria called Candida albicans, a common yeast that can cause different skin infections and thrush. Coconut oil has been said to lessen yeast and growth of bacteria and this is because it contains caprylic, capric and lauric acid. More importantly, it is has been reported that they have subdued the growth of a widespread fungus infection in a hospital. For this purpose, coconut oil may be a good start if this is your reason for using it.
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