A combination gastrointestinal complex built on 215mg of caprylic acid per capsule — from magnesium caprylate — alongside 3000mg of aloe vera leaf, eight further botanicals, two live bacteria cultures at 200 million CFU, plus quercetin, glucosamine and zinc. Every dose declared.
Caprylic Acid and Aloe Vera Lead the Formula
Caprylic acid is a medium-chain fatty acid, also known as octanoic acid, found naturally in coconuts and in human breast milk. Here it is delivered as magnesium caprylate at 215mg per capsule — the second-largest ingredient after aloe vera.
The aloe vera leaf is the headline dose at 3000mg equivalent, which is a substantial amount for a capsule and by far the largest ingredient in the formula.
Zinc at 3.1mg (31% NRV) is what carries the authorised claims: it contributes to normal acid-base metabolism, the normal function of the immune system, and the protection of cells from oxidative stress — alongside a long list of others including normal DNA synthesis, carbohydrate metabolism and cognitive function.
How Other UK Gastrointestinal Formulas Compare
Single-ingredient caprylic acid capsules — one active. Available cheaply from several brands, but caprylic acid alone with no botanicals, cultures or zinc, and typically without halal certification.
Own-brand gut blends — proprietary quantities. Most do not publish individual doses, so you cannot tell how much of anything you are getting.
Practitioner formulas — good quality, premium price. Often well made and sold through clinics at higher prices, generally without halal or kosher approval.
What's in Every Capsule — All Doses Declared
EU-authorised mineral claims:
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Zinc — 3.1mg (31% NRV) · contributes to normal acid-base metabolism, normal carbohydrate metabolism, normal DNA synthesis, normal cognitive function, normal macronutrient metabolism, normal metabolism of fatty acids and of vitamin A, normal protein synthesis, the maintenance of normal bones, hair, nails, skin and vision, the normal function of the immune system, and the protection of cells from oxidative stress
The lead ingredients:
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Aloe vera leaf — 3000mg equivalent · Aloe barbadensis · by far the largest ingredient in the capsule
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Caprylic acid — 215mg · from magnesium caprylate · a medium-chain fatty acid found naturally in coconuts
The botanicals:
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Rosemary leaf — 80mg equivalent · Rosmarinus officinalis · carnosic and rosmarinic acids
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Grapefruit seed — 50mg equivalent · Citrus paradisi · bioflavonoid source
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Garlic — 25mg · Allium sativum
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Beetroot — 15mg equivalent · Beta vulgaris
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Cinnamon — 15mg · Cinnamomum zeylanicum · Ceylon cinnamon
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Thyme leaf — 10mg · Thymus vulgaris
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Clove bud — 10mg · Syzygium aromaticum
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Oregano leaf — 5mg · Origanum vulgare
The live cultures — 200 million CFU per capsule:
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Bifidobacterium bifidum — 10mg, providing 100 million CFU
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Lactobacillus acidophilus — 10mg, providing 100 million CFU
Plus:
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Quercetin — 15mg · a flavonol found in many fruits, vegetables, leaves and grains, related to rutin and hesperidin
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Glucosamine hydrochloride — 8mg · from a vegetable source, not shellfish · an amino sugar the body also produces naturally
60 capsules in an HPMC vegetarian shell, in a base of stoneground brown rice flour, which is gluten free. Vegan. Vegetarian. Halal approved. Kosher approved.
ALLERGY ADVICE: the glucosamine is from a vegetable source rather than shellfish. Manufactured in a facility that also handles nuts, wheat, soy, dairy and other common allergens. Check the pot label for the full allergen statement.
Every capsule is: ✓ 215mg caprylic acid · ✓ 3000mg aloe vera · ✓ 200 million CFU · ✓ Halal & kosher · ✓ Vegan · ✓ Vegetable-source glucosamine
CapryBio vs Other UK Caprylic Acid Products
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CapryBio BioBodyBoost · 60 caps
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Single caprylic acid capsules |
Own-brand gut blends |
| Individual doses declared |
✓ All 14 |
✓ Single |
✗ Proprietary |
| Live bacteria cultures |
✓ 200m CFU |
✗ None |
Varies |
| Aloe vera included |
✓ 3000mg |
✗ No |
Varies |
| EU-authorised claims |
✓ Zinc |
✗ None |
Varies |
| Halal & kosher approved |
✓ Both |
✗ No |
✗ No |
Based on publicly available product information. Always verify current specs on manufacturer websites.
How to Take It
Take 1 capsule, one to three times per day, preferably with food. The supplier notes it is best taken alongside a low-yeast and low-sugar diet.
Often used within a broader gut routine alongside BioKlenz, with BioTic 4 Billion for higher-CFU flora support.
Is This You?
- You want caprylic acid at a declared 215mg rather than an unquantified amount
- You'd rather have aloe vera, eight botanicals, live cultures and zinc than caprylic acid alone
- You need vegetable-source glucosamine rather than the usual shellfish-derived form
- You need halal and kosher approved gut support — most caprylic acid products carry neither
- You want every ingredient dose published rather than hidden in a proprietary blend
Explore the full Gut Health UK and Halal Vitamins UK collections.
Questions We Get Asked
What is caprylic acid?
A medium-chain fatty acid, also called octanoic acid, found naturally in coconuts and in human breast milk. In CapryBio it is supplied as magnesium caprylate at 215mg per capsule, making it the second-largest ingredient after the aloe vera.
Is the glucosamine from shellfish?
No. Glucosamine is commonly derived from shellfish, which rules those products out for anyone with a shellfish allergy or on a plant-based diet. The glucosamine hydrochloride here is from a vegetable source, which is why this product is suitable for vegans.
How many live cultures does it contain?
200 million CFU per capsule — 100 million each from Bifidobacterium bifidum and Lactobacillus acidophilus. That is a supporting level rather than a high-potency probiotic dose. If flora replenishment is your main goal, BioTic 4 Billion provides 4 billion CFU across 8 strains, and BioTic 20 Billion provides five times that.
What does the zinc do?
Zinc is the ingredient in this formula carrying EU-authorised health claims, at 3.1mg or 31% of the Nutrient Reference Value. Among others, it contributes to normal acid-base metabolism, the normal function of the immune system, and the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
Food supplements should not replace a varied diet or healthy lifestyle. Consult your GP before use if pregnant, breastfeeding, taking prescription medication, or managing a diagnosed health condition.