6 Potential Health Benefits Of MCT Oil

6 Potential Health Benefits of MCT Oil.  So what exactly is MCT Oil?  MCT Oil contains medium length chains of fats called triglycerides – hence comes the name MCT – medium-chain triglyceride.  It is a manufactured form of saturated fat that is made by processing palm oil and coconut oil.  Looking for the benefits?  Keep reading.

MCT oil is great in smoothies, bulletproof coffee and salad dressings.  If you’re looking for a good “Do It Yourself” BULLETPROOF COFFEE – here’s an awesome recipe, one that my daughter swears by:

BULLETPROOF COFFEE

• 8-12oz  brewed coffee, preferably organic
• 1 tbs grass-fed butter or ghee
• 1 tbs MCT oil
• 1 tsp chia seeds
• Optional natural flavorings, such as stevia, vanilla extract, unsweetened cocoa and cinnamon

Blend it all together and viola – simply delish 🙂

If you’re just starting out with the MCT oil, you need to let your body adjust to it.  Start with one teaspoon or less per day.  Once you get used to the oil start adding 1 tbls to your drinks and dressings.

The 6 Potential Health Benefits Associated With MCT Oil  that are all science based, are:

1. Better brain and memory function – it is easily absorbed and transported throughout the body, making it easy to convert into ketones to fuel your brain.
2. Energy boost –  and because it is easily absorbed and transported throughout the body it can be used as an instant source of energy
3. Increased endurance – can increase fat burning and reduce the need for carbs during exercise
4. Weight loss and improved weight management – by increasing fullness, fat loss, and energy burning
5. Lowered cholesterol – reduce heart disease risk factors such as weight, cholesterol and inflammation. Adding it to your diet could help lower your risk of heart disease.
6. Lowered blood sugar levels – may help manage diabetes by reducing fat storage and increasing fat burning, and may also help you control your blood sugar.

Check out Healthline here for an in-depth benefit description.

While there are alot of MCT Oils on the market today, I  like the Prasada brand.  It’s made from organic coconut oil and is nicely priced at Costco, but unfortunately it’s not always on the shelves.  You can pick up a bottle of Prasada Organic Coconut MCT Oil here and have it delivered within a day for $18.78.  Not a bad price for a 32 oz bottle.

So cheers and enjoy 🙂