Sports Research MCT Oil, Unflavored, 16 fl oz (473 ml)

MCT (Medium Chain Triglycerides) are a particular type of beneficial fat that requires minimal action from the liver to convert directly into fuel in the form of ketones. Ketones are one of the brainís two primary fuel sources, and also a vital source of ATP energy for the body. ATP energy is what allows every muscle to move inside your body. You may have heard people discussing the ketogenic diet, which is a diet designed to help the body run on ketones (from fats) rather than glycogen (from carbohydrates). This state is called ketosis. If youíre a ketogenic dieter, MCT oil is better than coconut oil for getting into and maintaining ketosis. An American Journal of Clinical Nutrition study determined that caprylic acid is three times more effective at promoting the formation of ketones than capric acid, and six times more than lauric acid. As a result, taking MCT oil may help to decrease the time it takes to reach ketosis compared to ingestion of LCTs. When people ìgo keto,î they tend to experience short-term but bothersome side effects, such as low energy and poor mood state. According to a 2018 study, MCT oil may help smooth the transition, reducing the time spent in this window. MCT oil and coconut oil are often confused as being the same thing, or offering the same benefits, but this is a mistake. Coconut oil is the richest natural source of MCTs, but MCTs make up only about 54% of its fat content. It contains lauric acid, caprylic acid, and capric acid (types of MCTs), and some LCTs, like unsaturated fats, as well. The trouble is, lauric acid digests and absorbs more slowly than other MCTs, so, despite the abundance of MCTs in coconut oil, itís NOT considered a great choice for those seeking the benefits of MCTs. MCT oil is often derived from coconut oil, but with MCT oil, youíre getting a pure source of 100% MCTs, with a higher concentration of fast-digesting caprylic acid.

• SR MCT Oil | 16oz squeeze-bottle containing pure MCT Oil sourced from Organic Coconuts with the full spectrum of MCT’s – Caprylic (c8) Capric (c10) & Lauric Acid (c12).
• Brain + Body Fuel | When combined with a low carbohydrate diet, medium chain triglycerides (MCT’s) provide energy for the body and brain by assisting in the production of ketones.*
• Upgrade your Morning Coffee | Add a tablespoon of MCT Oil in your morning coffee, tea or keto shakes to provide you with the much-needed energy to start your day.
• Sustainable & Organic Sourcing | Our clean, unflavored MCT Oil is extracted from sustainable organic, non-GMO coconuts grown in the Philippines. 100% Coconut with NO Palm oil.
• 3rd Party Verified | USDA Organic, Non-GMO project Verified, Keto, Paleo and Vegan Friendly. Suitable for Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy-free and Gluten-free diets.