MCT oil is widely regarded for its null effect on blood sugar as well as a host of health benefits.
While not a new ingredient, MCT oil (short for medium-chain triglyceride) is seeing a lift in food & beverage applications as brands innovate to cater to the shifting diet trends. MCT oil is widely regarded for its null effect on blood sugar as well as a host of health benefits. Because it has a neutral taste and is odor free, food and beverage brands are increasingly opting for MCT-derived oilds as an ingredient in their products.
Let’s explore what MCT oils are, the health benefits, sourcing, and brands that are using it in their products.
MCT oil is the liquid extraction of the naturally occurring fats in coconut oils, palm oils and some dairy products. Compared to long-chain triglycerides, MCTs are more easily metabolized by the body.
Health benefits
Increased calorie burning potential
Increased ketone production
Appetite control
Increased energy, enhanced endurance
Promotes a healthy gut
Applications for food and beverage:
MCT oil is neutral in both taste and smell, highly soluble and is liquid at room temperature, making it easy to include in a variety of food and beverage products. Like all ingredients, it matters where you get your MCT oil from. Look for an oil that is sustainably sourced and is tasteless/odorless.
While not a new ingredient, MCT oil (short for medium-chain triglyceride) is seeing a lift in food & beverage applications as brands innovate to cater to the shifting diet trends. MCT oil is widely regarded for its null effect on blood sugar as well as a host of health benefits. Because it has a neutral taste and is odor free, food and beverage brands are increasingly opting for MCT-derived oilds as an ingredient in their products.
Let’s explore what MCT oils are, the health benefits, sourcing, and brands that are using it in their products.
MCT oil is the liquid extraction of the naturally occurring fats in coconut oils, palm oils and some dairy products. Compared to long-chain triglycerides, MCTs are more easily metabolized by the body.
Health benefits
Increased calorie burning potential
Increased ketone production
Appetite control
Increased energy, enhanced endurance
Promotes a healthy gut
Applications for food and beverage:
MCT oil is neutral in both taste and smell, highly soluble and is liquid at room temperature, making it easy to include in a variety of food and beverage products. Like all ingredients, it matters where you get your MCT oil from. Look for an oil that is sustainably sourced and is tasteless/odorless.
While not a new ingredient, MCT oil (short for medium-chain triglyceride) is seeing a lift in food & beverage applications as brands innovate to cater to the shifting diet trends. MCT oil is widely regarded for its null effect on blood sugar as well as a host of health benefits. Because it has a neutral taste and is odor free, food and beverage brands are increasingly opting for MCT-derived oilds as an ingredient in their products.
Let’s explore what MCT oils are, the health benefits, sourcing, and brands that are using it in their products.
MCT oil is the liquid extraction of the naturally occurring fats in coconut oils, palm oils and some dairy products. Compared to long-chain triglycerides, MCTs are more easily metabolized by the body.
Health benefits
Increased calorie burning potential
Increased ketone production
Appetite control
Increased energy, enhanced endurance
Promotes a healthy gut
Applications for food and beverage:
MCT oil is neutral in both taste and smell, highly soluble and is liquid at room temperature, making it easy to include in a variety of food and beverage products. Like all ingredients, it matters where you get your MCT oil from. Look for an oil that is sustainably sourced and is tasteless/odorless.
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