A Guide To MCT Oil

There are several benefits to adding MCT oil into your daily routines. This natural organic oil is incredibly healthy for the mind and body, from increased brain function to burning calories. 

We’ve collaborated with the leading retailer for minor cannabinoids, Spyglass Wellness, to create this helpful guide on MCT oil.

Scroll through Spyglass Wellness’ products and don’t be surprised to find out that all their tinctures are made with beneficial and restorative MCT oil. 

Medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) are specific kinds of fat derived from oils like coconut and palm oil. It’s mostly made up of saturated fats, but many think MCT oil is healthy for the heart.

Research shows that MCT oil protects cardiovascular health by improving serum lipid profiles.

It also has no effect on cholesterol and is quickly rising in popularity along with keto diets thanks to new research on the benefits of fats like coconut oil.

MCT oil is found in other common oils like coconut or palm kernel.

Both of these contain MCT oil, and the isolation process of separating MCT from coconut or palm kernel oil is called fractionation.

Although there are currently no defined and specific dosage recommendations, research suggests that 4-7 tablespoons a day are ideal.

Because MCT oil is organic and derives from coconut or palm kernel oil, there have been no reports of adverse interactions with medications or notable poor side effects.

• Weight Loss: One study shows that animals and humans may benefit from using MCT oil as a way for the body to burn calories faster. Additionally, our bodies tend to burn carbs first before going to fats. MCT oil is absorbed and digested quicker than most fats, and our bodies use it as energy instead of storing it with other fat cells.
• Supports Healthy Brain Function: Because MCT oil produces ketones, these offer an alternative source of energy for the brain and can improve overall brain function, especially in people following keto diets.
• Helps Diabetics: Through various studies, MCT oil has been shown as a highly effective way to regulate blood sugar and increase insulin sensitivity in adults with type 2 diabetes.

As noted above, there are currently no major side effects to taking regular and recommended dosages of MCT oil.

If taking 1-7 tablespoons a day, your body shouldn’t feel any harmful effects. That said, the only negative side effects stem from exceeding seven tablespoons a day, resulting in an upset stomach, nausea, and diarrhea.

We suggest you start small with 1-2 tablespoons a day to see how your body reacts, then up the dosage with time.