More Info On A Supplement Said To Kill Viruses

Studies performed at the Respiratory Virology Branch, Centers for Disease Control, Atlanta, Georgia, Monolaurin was found effective against 14 human RNA and DNA enveloped viruses in cell culture (3). These included influenza, RSV, Rubeola, Newcastle's, Coronavirus, Herpes Simplex types 1 & 2, Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) and cytomegalovirus. (Monolaurin has no effect on naked viruses, such as polio, encephalitis virus, coxsachie, or pox viruses.).

Monolaurin removed all measurable infectivity by disintegrating the virus envelope.

JOH you are familiar with this supplement? I would be interested in your thoughts about it.

 

I know its amazing on amazon great reviews too. It would be wonderful if it proves to do all it says it does.

 

it would be better than an antiviral for Meniere's its OTC, no doctors to beg for a script. and it kills the virus not just suppresses it plus boosts the immune system. I wish there were human trials but how exciting to find something like this.
If anyone tires it please let us know if it helps with MM

 

Thanks for your input JOH I hope someone tries it, would be great to know, if av's weren't doing such a good job controlling my symptoms I would too, but if someone does try it and it works I might go off antivirals and try it.

 

It seems it has been around for quite awhile and on my searches many nutritionists suggest it to their patients
ie:
http://www.wellnessresources.com/tips/articles/monolaurin_a_natural_immune_boosting_powerhouse/
as well as articles:
ie:
http://www.examiner.com/article/do-turmeric-and-monolaurin-supress-the-herpes-virus-which-may-be-one-cause-of-hypertension

this is off a herpes treatment site,
Dosage should be individualized, and Dr. Jon J. Kabara, the physician/researcher who developed monolaurin, says that the usual recommended initial dose is 1.5 grams once or twice a day for one or two weeks. The dose can be increased to 3.0 grams once or twice daily thereafter. A maintenance dose can be 3.0 grams two or three times a day. The idea is to start with a low dose and then increase it gradually until you notice a positive response. Take monolaurin only under the supervision of your physician, who can determine your best dosage and monitor your progress. Dr. Kabara has, however, generously offered to respond to individual questions about dosage submitted with orders via his Web site, www.lauricidin.com.

Here is a pdf written by some doctors:
http://www.touroinstitute.com/natural%20bactericidal.pdf
Conclusions
Monolaurin has Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) status
and is considered to be nontoxic. It is effective against
many microorganisms and can be taken on a daily basis, given
that evidence suggests it does not create antiviral or antibacterial
resistance.
The general recommended adult dose of monolaurin is 1–3 g.
Higher amounts can be used to achieve desired results if necessary.
It is safe for children (ages 3–10) with the recommended
dose being smaller—30 mg, one to three times per day. Monolaurin
is available as minipellets that should be swallowed and not
chewed.19
Coconut oil, coconut cream, grated coconut, and other products
listed in Tables 3 and 4 are excellent sources of lauric acid
and the other medium-chain fatty acids as well. Coconut oil provides
mostly medium-chain triglycerides that are rapidly
absorbed and transported to the mitochondria where they are
utilized for fuel and may be less likely to be stored as body fat.

here is a study by a doctor
COCONUT OIL IN HEALTH AND DISEASE: ITS AND MONOLAURIN’S
POTENTIAL AS CURE FOR HIV/AIDS*
http://www.coconutoil.com/Dayrit.pdf

The Monolaurin Trial on HIV-AIDS
The first clinical trial (pilot study) using Monolaurin for 6 months as monotherapy on 15 HIV
patients was just completed (12)

Just some more info about it for anyone who is interested..
There are tons of information on the net and studies on pubmed.

 

True Sharon nothing about someone with Meniere's taking it but if someone's MM is caused by HSV or a fungal infection then it might be something to think about since this is said to kill HSV 1 and 2 along with other viruses and fungal infections.

 

Thank you nicgmer and Sharon. I appreciate it. I post new things I find, hoping it will help someone in some way. I can't convey how much I feel I owe these forums. Suffering with this disease for 5 decades with no hope in sight, then to one day, read posts about antivirals on here, tried them and in 4 days get such relief that has continued for over 2 years, it is still an amazing miracle to me. I wish so much and so hard that everyone get the relief I get. No one should have to suffer with this beast.

I agree with you 100% percent nicmger that everyone needs to read up on these things, research them and decide for themselves.

 

Good luck Lulu I hope it helps you!

 

good luck! deadyeye and redwing too!

Lulu and Cheryl.. many of us with MM have gut issues I have IBS, I suffered from a bad gut since I am a young girl. I so hope this helps you all!