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What is MCT oil and what are the benefits of MCT oil for people?

Feb 14, 2023

Mct oil is the abbreviation of medium chain triglyceride, which is a kind of saturated fatty acid. It has both the commonness of long-chain triglycerides (LCT) and its own characteristics. Medium chain triglycerides are only composed of saturated fatty acids, with low freezing point, liquid at room temperature and low viscosity. Fatty acids are divided into short chain, medium chain and long chain according to the length of carbon chain. Generally, fatty acids containing 6~12 carbon atoms to form a carbon chain are called medium chain fatty acids. It is often used in bulletproof coffee and is also one of the ingredients in coconut oil. Because MCT fat contains less carbon atoms, it is easier to digest and be absorbed by the body, and it does not need the decomposition of pancreatic lipase and bile, and can directly enter the portal vein from intestinal cells for timely energy use or conversion into ketone body.

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MCT is present in certain foods and concentrated supplements. In addition to coconut oil, a small amount of MCT can also be found in some other foods containing saturated fat.

include:

1.butter (especially for grass fed cattle)

2. Cheese

3. Palm oil

4. Whole milk

5. Full-fat yogurt

Benefits to the body

1.Help you more easily generate ketone body and enter ketosis state. After entering the ketosis state, MCT oil can also help you maintain this state.

2.Help you manage your weight healthily. When taking a ketogenic diet, MCT oil and other fats can help reduce hunger and control calories.

3. Help maintain healthy energy levels. When taking a ketogenic diet, it is important to eat enough fat, because this can produce ketone body; These ketones are used as fuel to help reduce fatigue.

4. Help maintain healthy metabolism and promote metabolism rate. Eating fat will send a signal to the brain that the body is absorbing enough energy, which is helpful for thyroid health and overall calorie burning.

5. Help improve sports endurance and performance.

 

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