M C T  (medium chain triglyceride)  Oil

Contents:
500 ml

What is MCT Oil:

“MCTs” are medium-chain triglycerides, a form of saturated fatty acid.

They are also sometimes called “MCFAs” for medium-chain fatty acids. MCT oil is a pure source of fatty acids.

MCTs get their name because of the length of their chemical structure. All types of fatty acids are made up of strings of connected carbon and hydrogen.

Fats are categorized by how many carbons they have: Short-chain fats (like butyric acid) have fewer than six carbons, medium-chain fats have between six to 12 carbons and long-chain fats (like omega-3s) have between 13–21.

Compared to longer-chain fatty acids, MCTs are absorbed more easily since there’s less work for the body to do breaking apart carbon bonds. MCTs are smaller, so they can permeate our cell membranes more easily and don’t require that we use special enzymes in order for our bodies to utilize them.

What does MCT oil do to make it a top source of healthy fats? Medium-chain fats are digested easily and sent directly to your liver, where they have a thermogenic effect and the ability to positively alter your metabolism.

This is one reason why many people say that MCTs, including coconut oil, are burned by the body for energy, or “fuel,” instead of being stored as body fat.

MCT (medium chain triglyceride) oils are shorter than fats that we normally use. LCT’s (long chain triglycerides) have over 12 carbons, whereas MCT’s have 6 to 12 carbons. Because of this difference MCT oils have completely different chemical and biological properties to other oils and fats. Studies have shown that some of the effects are that they aid fat loss and improve exercise performance. Improved brain function.

Suggested dosage:

A wide range of MCT dosages have been used in studies, from about five to 70 grams daily (or 0.17–2.5 ounces) depending on the person’s goals.

Some people are firm believers in taking MCT oil daily just like a supplement, straight from the spoon or mixed into drinks. It has no taste or smell, so this is an option if you’re really looking to increase your intake quickly. But be careful — a little goes a long way, with one tablespoon containing 121 calories.

Start off with half to one teaspoon daily and work your way up to one tablespoon per day. While consuming MCTs and other fats shouldn’t lead to weight gain, of course portion control is still important.

Calories can add up fast if you’re pouring it onto many meals (and drinks) daily — plus quality is expensive, so you still want to use it sparingly.

Risks and Side Effects:

What are the side effects of MCT oil? Most people can tolerate this product well, considering it’s naturally found in some foods.

When they do occur, MCT oil side effects are usually minor and may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and an upset stomach.

To avoid adverse effects start by taking a low dose, such as one teaspoon, and increasing gradually up to one to two tablespoons daily. Taking this product with food can also help reduce digestive upset and other effects.

Because high consumption of MCTs may impact cardiovascular disease risk factors in people at risk for heart disease, speak to your doctor (or our Doctor Online at Bio-Sil) if this applies to you before a starting an MCT regimen or a high-fat diet.

Thanks for this information : Dr Axe
https://draxe.com/nutrition/mct-oil/