Why doesn’t anybody talk about Coconut Oil?

Coconut oil has some legit antifungal properties, mostly thanks to its medium-chain fatty acids—lauric acid, capric acid, and caprylic acid are the stars here. Lauric acid, which makes up about half of coconut oil’s fat content, is especially good at messing with fungal cell membranes. It basically pokes holes in them, disrupting their structure and killing off the fungus or slowing its growth. Studies—like ones testing it against Candida species—show it can be effective, especially against stuff like oral thrush or skin infections.

Caprylic acid’s another heavy hitter; it’s known for breaking down fungal cell walls, too. That’s why you might’ve noticed it helping prevent thrush when you used it before—it’s not just a moisturizer, it’s got some fight in it! It’s not as strong as, say, nystatin or fluconazole, but it’s a solid natural option for keeping things in check, especially topically. Plus, it’s got some antibacterial action, so it’s a bit of a multitasker.