NOW® Caprylic Acid is a natural nutrient that has traditionally been used to support internal wellness. Also known as octanoic acid, Caprylic Acid is a medium-chain fatty acid (MCT) that naturally occurs in palm oil, coconut, and butter, as well as in human breast milk. Caprylic Acid supports healthy digestion through its ability to promote a healthy balance of intestinal flora and has been renowned for decades for its antifungal properties. Caprylic Acid is believed to have many positive therapeutic properties, some of which include the treatment and relief of various infections such as salmonella, ringworm, and gastroenteritis. One of the most common benefits of Caprylic Acid is the elimination of fungal infections, such as candidiasis. Candidiasis (also known as yeast infection) is the overgrowth of a parasitic fungus known as candida, which resides in a person's gut. It can cause a range of health-related issues, including stomatitis, abdominal bloating, chronic fatigue, depression, and various digestive disorders. Similar to omega-3 and omega-6, Caprylic Acid is considered an essential fatty acid. Fatty acids are essential for concentration, memory, optimal physical fitness, and regulate a person's intellect, vitality, and even growth. Due to its short chain length, it can easily penetrate the membranes of fat cells and thus is effective in combating certain lipid-covered bacteria (including some species of Streptococcus and Staphylococcus aureus). DOES NOT Contain: sugar, salt, starch, yeast, flour, gluten, corn, soy, milk, eggs, shellfish, or preservatives.