Medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) oil and coconut oil are fats that have risen in popularity alongside the ketogenic, or keto, diet. While their characteristics overlap, the two oils are made up of ...

Coconut oil is made by pressing fresh or dried coconut to extract natural fats. When fresh coconut is used, the product is labeled ‘virgin’ or ‘extra virgin’ and has a light coconut flavor; dry meat ...

Coconut oil, avocado oil, sesame seed oil – MCT oil? Most cooking oils come from plants and seeds, but we've never heard of an MCT plant before. Technically, MCT isn't a plant but it does come from ...

With all the various oils out in the wellness world, like coconut oil and olive oil, it’s not unusual to get a bit confused, especially when you hear about a totally unfamiliar product, at least ...

Gwyneth Paltrow swishes it around her mouth to kill bacteria. Kourtney Kardashian adds it to her recipes as a metabolism-booster and immune system aid. Olympic gold medalist Apolo Ohno drizzles it on ...

In a world where dietary supplements are purported to help with everything from improved sleep to better vision, MCT oil is often promoted as having many of the most desired health benefits. Despite ...

You may have come across an option to add MCT to your order at your local trendy coffee shop. Many believe it helps with weight loss, but is it true? Here’s what you need to know about the potential ...

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