If you have already read our blog post on what is MCT oil then you will enjoy reading this one. As you know MCT oil is one of the top 10 health supplements available on the market. Our bodies process MCT oil in a different way to long-chain fatty acids. So unlike other fats which go straight from the gut to the liver. From the liver they are used as a source of energy or turned into ketones. As the calories in MCT oil are used straightaway, your body will less likely store them a fat.

Often you will find people using MCT oil in their smoothie, coffee and even on their salad dressing. MCT oil is extracted from coconut oil, as more than 50% of the fat in coconut oil comes from MCTs. You can find these fats in palm oil and dairy products. So, what are the benefits of MCT oil?

1.MCT oil can help promote weight loss

MCT oil has been shown to increase two hormones being released into your body that help promote the feeling of feeling full, these are peptide YY and leptin. (1)

One study discovered that people that ingested two tablespoons of MCT oil as part of their breakfast ended up eating less food for their lunch compared to those who are ingesting coconut oil. The verdict? Well MCT oil might be better in keeping you full than coconut oil. (2)

2. MCT Oil is an instant source of energy

MCT oil has been known to fuel your body as your body absorbs MCT faster than long-chain triglycerides. Due to their shorter chain length, MCTs can travel from the gut to the liver and don’t require bile to break down unlike other longer-chain fats do. (3)

3. MCTs may reduce risk factors for heart disease such as weight and cholesterol

Heart disease is a continuous issue. You can increase your risk of heart disease by having high cholesterol, blood pressure, inflammation and being overweight and smoking. However, MCT oil has been shown to help promote weight loss which can help reduce the risk of having heart disease. (4)

4. MCTs may help blood sugar levels and support better management of diabetes

People with type 2 diabetes can have the risk of being overweight which makes managing their diabetes harder. MCTs have been known to reduce fat storing in the body and help increase this fat to burn. (5)

Overall, MCTs can help promote weight loss by reducing body fat, due to MCTs containing fatty acids, they increase the fullness feeling in your stomach. MCTs can only help improve the stomach’s environment. MCT oil has many health benefits which you should take advantage of. You can purchase our MCT oil here.