What is MCT Oil?Updated 6 days ago

MCT stands for ‘Medium-Chain Triglyceride’ a type of fat found naturally in foods such as coconuts, palm oil and some dairy products. 

Medium Chain Triglycerides (or MCTs to you and me) are a sub-class of saturated fats, which have a different chemical structure to other saturated fats and so behave differently in the body. 

They are harder to come by in foods than Long Chain Triglycerides (LCT) and are also metabolised differently. 

In short, not all fats (nor saturated fats) are created equal; and in the case of MCTs, they have been shown to be pretty special!

Check out our blog post, "What All Fats Aren't Created Equal," which explains the different kinds of dietary fat and why the specific type of fat matters. 

Generally, MCT Oil is a clear oil that is runny and liquid at room temperature (unlike coconut oil). It should be unflavoured and have a neutral smell.

We offer two options of MCT oil, the Pure C8 (Thrive Fuel®) and a C8 C10 option. 

The pure C8 is a more potent MCT oil & great for those looking to increase their ketone production, or for those that are transitioning from the C8 & C10 blend. 

The C8 & C10 blend is the perfect entry MCT oil.