Is MCT oil really good for any of the things it claims to be?
I've seen it claimed that MCT Oil can help with weight loss, concentration, certain health issues, and more. I've seen legitimate doctors claim they use the stuff (implying they believe there's a benefit), but whenever I read up on it I never feel convinced. Admittedly I haven't read any scientific papers on the matter, but does anyone know if there is hard evidence behind this supplement? Or, failing that, does anyone have anecdotal experience of it working (or not working) for them?
I want to say that as an African in Ghana one of the nutritional oils MCT Oil, can help with weight loss, concentration, certain health issues, and much more
I prefer it to others oils. No side effects.. I recommend it to any body,,
you can try it for yourself too...
I use it all the time for oil pulling (for the teeth and gums) and in my homemade skin/haircare products and we eat foods prepared in raw, organic coconut oil (best source for MCT's) and yes, there are benefits.
My skin, hair and teeth have never been healthier, I am 42 and have no wrinkles on my face, my hair is full, shiny and not thinning, and I've reversed gum inflammation and whitened/strengthed my teeth by oil pulling.
I use coconut oil (raw, organic not processed) in cooking and when you do it gives food good flavor and texture, particularly stir fry veggies . you stay full longer and over time (so long as you cut out junk foods) the MCT's in coconut oil give you a nice, balanced overall energy throughout the day without the spikes/crashes associated with eating heavy carbs etc.
I have something with MCT's every morning and it's most helpful for keeping me focused and not drained. If I eat cereal or something for breakfast in a couple of hours I'm sluggish and distracted. If I have a cup of coffee and a spoonful of oil, I'm good all morning until lunch.
You have to purchase reputable products as with anything, but absolutely MCT's have benefits.
Christin.....You have given the best recommendation for coconut oil! I had read some info a while back and looked into what it's all about, but you've actually encouraged me to go to the health store and purchase some.
I recently thought I could use a supplement to increase my energy levels.
Thanks so much for this information. Remind me to let you know whether I notice a difference!! Paula
Medium chain triglycerides or MCT are the saturated fatty acids with the glycerol as a base component along with three fatty acids. The most common fatty acids found in MCT are
1 Caprioic acid
2 Caprylic acid
3 Capric acid
4 Lauric acid
What make these fatty acids so special-
Generally all the fats are categorized into three types
Short chain fatty acids
Medium chain fatty acids-
Long chain fatty acids.
MCT’s are digested and absorbed easily than LCT’s. Though coconut oil is also a source of MCT contains 60-65% of MCT.
MCT oil
MCT oil is man made oil , made from the process of extracting MCT from the natural sources like coconut and palm kernel. The fact is that coconut is rich in lauric acid. It contains 50% of lauric acid.
But most of these lack lauric acid. But is abundant in capric and caprylic acid.
MCT Oil as a source of energy- Due to medium chain they are easily metabolized and quickly used as a source of fuel in the body.
They are easily absorbed due to the fact that they do not require carnitine as a carrier and hence they can enter inside the mitochondrial membrane without it too.
Provides energy during immediate requirement like in major surgeries, sports requirements, slow growth, high intensity workout.
Improves mental performance, ability to think clearly - It produces ketones, and ketones and glucose are the energy sources for brain.
Helps in weight loss- As per few studies , MCT oil has shown thermogenic effect so it increases metabolism in the body and is not stored in the body as fat.
It has hypoglycemic effects also, and is found to maintain blood sugar levels.
Increases immune functions- It is gut friendly fat, fights against harmful bacteria,viruses in the system. It has been found to be useful in autoimmune diseases.
Used in medical problems - due to it’s ability to get absorbed easily in the system as it does not require any hydrolysis ,it is required in patients of malabsorption, digestive disturbances, Crohn’s diesease, post surgery, short bowel syndrome,Epilepsy etc.
Used in parenteral formula’s post surgery and milk formula’s for pre mature infants
Food sources that contain MCT
Coconut Oil, Palm Kernel oil,Cheese, milk n products
Use in Various ways of MCT Oil
Home made Mayonnaise, peanut butter,Salad Dressing,Cooking/ Baking
Nutritional Value -1 tbsp serving of a MCT oil contains 100 calories with 14 gm of fat.
by Christa Swope 10 years ago
What do you use coconut oil for?
by shriash 14 years ago
1. olive oil2. corn oil3. cocount oil4. sunflower oil
by Susan Zutautas 12 years ago
What can I substitute for vegetable oil in a cake mix?I went to bake a cake this morning and realized that I don't have any vegetable oil. Is there something that I can use other than vegetable oil? Would Extra Virgin Olive Oil work?
by petertheknight 14 years ago
So, the raw coconut oil that you suggested...can that be used as my mild soap to clean my face off?Also, how often should I clean my face with this oil?
by visionandfocus 12 years ago
Have you thrown out all your vegetable oils and started using olive and coconut oil instead?
by MomsTreasureChest 7 years ago
What are some ways you use coconut oil?I use coconut oil for making popcorn I love the flavor it adds; I also use coconut oil as a moisturizer, and for a coconut sea salt/sugar scrub.
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