MCT oils

Rhonda Patrick discussed MCT oils in the context of ketogenic diets. Essentially, MCT oils can be challenging for some people to tolerate, particularly in liquid form. Up to 40-50% of individuals may experience some GI issues with liquid MCTs, especially when consumed in large quantities that are required to sustain ketosis. A practical approach is to integrate MCT oils into foods such as salad dressings or cooking oils. However, MCT powder is often preferred as it tends to be easier on the GI tract and can achieve higher ketone levels 1.

In another discussion, the benefits of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), specifically caprylic triglyceride, were highlighted. This form of MCT was utilized in a study to explore improvements in mild cognitive impairments associated with the elevation of ketones. Findings suggest a correlation between ketone levels and cognitive function improvements, although this was not evident in individuals with APOE4 alleles 2.