Unlike other fats, MCT goes directly to the liver rather than being stored in adipose tissue. This oil activates brain function, helps control weight, and also helps speed up metabolism, normalize intestinal function and improve performance. Among athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and supporters of the ketogenic diet who monitor their body weight, sports nutrition products that function as fat burners are becoming increasingly popular. A special place among them is occupied by MCT oil, which acts as an additional source of energy and has other positive qualities. Weight loss and/or control with long-term use of MCT oil is possible due to an increase in the production of the satiety hormone, which allows you to give up snacking. Facilitating entry into ketosis for those who are starting the keto diet for the first time or returning to it after a break, including diabetic athletes. Taking MCT oil helps you avoid the uncomfortable physical and psychological problems caused by going through a period of keto dieting called the “energy hole.” Improving brain function and cognitive functions. Medium chain ketogenic triglycerides were shown to increase energy metabolism in the brain in Alzheimer's disease in 2018. Regarding sports, some claim that thanks to MCT they have achieved an increase in muscle mass. Thus, experimentally, athletes involved in marathon sports confirm that MCT oil is not only a source of quick, but also long-term energy, improving overall endurance. Even a single dose of MCT can significantly speed up metabolism, but it is better to take it over a long course of several months or more. You should also be aware that MCT can cause side effects such as intestinal discomfort, heartburn, stomach cramps, nausea, and diarrhea. Rarely, but attacks of vomiting are possible. Therefore, in any case, you should start with half the dose or even less, gradually increasing the MCT dosage to the recommended one. It is also not recommended to take it on an empty stomach. You need a light, preferably protein, snack. I will be adding this oil to coffee and salads, as well as smoothies. I'm very pleased with my purchase.
