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Thrive Fuel MCT Powder ( C8 & C10 )

A triple steam distilled C8 and C10 Coconut MCT Powder made from Organic Coconuts & Acacia Fibre

What is MCT Powder?

Our Hunter & Gather MCT Powder is a neutral tasting powder that dissolves easily into hot & cold drinks as well as smoothies, shakes, soups, stews and can also be added to baking, yoghurt and more. 👏

Are any animals used to harvest the coconuts for your MCT Oil?

No monkeys or any other animals are used in the collection or harvesting of the coconuts for use in our MCT oil, either the powder or our liquid MCT’s.

What’s better, liquid or powder MCT oil?

We offer both options at Hunter & Gather, a pure Organic Certified MCT oil (either C8 or C8 C10 blend) and a certified Organic C8 & C10 MCT Powder.A liquid MCT is 100% MCTs with no additional fiber, whereas an MCT Powder requires the addition of a fi

What is the best way to use MCT Powder?

MCT powder can be used in so many ways, from adding to tea, coffee, water, smoothies or even cooking. Our favourite way is to add into your morning brew, alongside a scoop of collagen. Please look at our collagen recipes for more inspiration ➡️here.

Will MCT Powder break my fast?

Yes, MCT powder provides you with energy so at a very basic level, it will break your fast, but it depends on the reason why you are fasting as to how much of an impact it will have. If you are fasting for anti-aging reasons, or deep healing purposes

Will MCT Powder support fat loss?

There is a considerable amount of evidence to suggest that the MCT powder could support fat loss, however it always depends on how you’re using it and what the rest of your diet and lifestyle looks like. In general, replacing long chain triglycerides

Can MCT oil powder support brain health?

MCT oil is brain fuel. One study suggested that MCT oil could supply the brain with up to 8-9% more energy. This can contribute to increased focus and mental clarity. It has also been shown to improve cognitive function in hypoglycemic (low blood sug

What studies are there to support the information shared and the use of MCT Oil Powder?

Please find all research links embedded in our shared articles. 🙌. When it comes to research looking specifically at the use of a powdered form of MCT, this has not yet been done, so we have based our understanding on the impact of MCT oil and acaci

Can I take MCT Powder alongside other medications?

There are no common interactions that are known between MCT and medications. It is possible that unknown interactions exist. If you take medication, always discuss the potential risks and benefits of adding a new supplement with your doctor, pharmaci

Why use acacia fiber?

To make a powder format of MCT oil, you need to take a liquid MCT oil and spray dry it onto a carrier. There are a number of MCT Powders on the market that are spray dried onto maltodextrin derived from corn. We do not use corn derived maltodextrin i

Is there supporting evidence for acacia powder being a prebiotic?

There is indeed. So far, clinical studies have shown acacia fibre (also known as gum arabic) promotes the growth of healthy bacteria in the human digestive system. In a clinical trial, doses of 10 g of acacia fibre daily led to a significant increase

Will MCT Powder help with Gut Health?

Based on the current evidence on the benefits of acacia fibre in promoting the growth of certain beneficial microbial strains and inhibiting opportunistic flora in the microbiome, the use of our MCT powder may well help to support gut health. Further

Can you have any side effects when taking MCT Powder?

While the powder is considered safe at the recommended dosage, it is possible that some individuals may experience side effects. If taken in large amounts, MCT oil or powder may cause nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhoea. In rare cases, lo

Does the MCT powder have a smell or taste?

It is a neutral tasting powder with a mild/neutral smell.

Can you travel with MCT Powder?

Yes, you can, so long as the container is clearly branded so that if a search was conducted, you wouldn’t have to worry about the powder being confused with something else!. In fact, it's a definite benefit of the powder over the oil which is much ha

How long will the MCT Oil keep after opening the bag and how do you store it properly?

The bag should be stored out of direct sunlight and resealed after use. The product can be used until the BBE end date printed on the bag.

Why Take MCT Powder?

MCT Powder is a must-have for those following a Keto Lifestyle, or if you are looking for an easy way to increase your good fat intake. MCT Powder is perfect for those seeking a healthy fat source to naturally increase their ketone production, suppor

How much MCT Powder should I take?

Our Hunter & Gather MCT Powder is a neutral-tasting powder that dissolves easily into hot & cold drinks as well as smoothies, shakes, soups, stews and can also be added to baking, yogurt, and more. 👏We recommend taking 10g per serving which is appro