CLINICALLY PROVEN;

• Supports Weight loss

• Increases Energy

• Improves Brain function

• Potentially beneficial for the treatment of core features with autism spectrum disorder 

• Supports blood sugar regulation

• Combats Yeast and Candida 

MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES

MCTs are medium-chain fatty acids with a wide range of health benefits. Unlike regular long-chain triglycerides (LCTs), the body metabolises them differently and absorbs them faster.[11]

Coconuts contain many chains of triglycerides, however the main types are from MCT. 

These include C6 (caproic acid), C8 (caprylic acid), C10 (capric acid) and C12 (lauric acid). Each of these have slightly different actions, though overall are a great addition to your diet as they're an excellent energy source.

Medium Chain Triglycerides reach the liver more quickly than longer chain fats[11], converting instantly into ketones, an energy source for the body. They are particularly beneficial when following a low-carb diet as they can contribute to a state of ketosis[9][10], whereby the body relies on fat for it’s energy source. Ketones fuel both mental and physical energy making them an excellent all-round option for people looking to increase their energy levels and productivity.

WEIGHT LOSS

Studies have shown that by consuming MCT oil as part of a weight-loss plan, it can be a useful way to enhance results.[6][7]

• MCT oil helps increase satiety and a greater feeling of fullness leading to controlled food intake.

• MCTs encourage thermogenesis, stimulating the body’s ability to burn calories to produce heat.

• Increases metabolic activity: MCT oil enhances fat burning during daily activities and exercise.

ENERGY AND EXERCISE

MCTs have been popular with athletes for many years, looking for an effective way to increase energy levels and improve endurance. Research now shows that consuming MCTs increase endurance and overall exercise performance with there unique carnitine-independent uptake, intramitochondrial activation and ketone production[12][14]. Because you are shifting your source of energy away from carbohydrates, lactic acid build-up in your muscles is reduced[13]. As a result, MCTs can help with muscle fatigue and soreness allowing you to exercise harder, for longer and speed up recovery time.

BRAIN FUNCTION

MCTs have been shown to be an amazing source of fuel for the brain! Despite our brains brain usually relying on glucose as its main fuel source, ketones are also an efficient fuel source for the brain! When our blood ketone levels are raised, either by adopting a keto diet or consuming MCTs, they are rapidly transported to the brain to enhance brain energy metabolism and cognition.[4][5][8]

BRIAN FUNCTION WITH DIABETES

One Study showed Medium-chain triglyceride ingestion improves cognition without adversely affecting symptomatic responses to low blood sugar. Medium-chain triglycerides offer the therapeutic advantage of preserving brain function under low blood sugar conditions without causing deleterious hyperglycemia.[3]

AUTISM 

The ketogenic diet  is a low-carbohydrate, moderate protein, high-fat diet that has emerged as a potential treatment for autism spectrum disorder. Autism spectrum disorder is a neurodevelopmental disorder of social communication, and restricted, repetitive behaviors and interests in need of novel therapies. An open-label clinical trial was done in Honolulu, Hawaii to test a modified ketogenic diet for improvement of core clinical impairments in children with ASD.[15]

Children administered a modified ketogenic gluten-free diet with supplemental MCT significantly improved core autism features assessed from the ADOS-2 after 3 months on diet (P = 0.006). No significant difference was observed in restricted and repetitive behavior score (P = 0.125) after 3 months on the diet protocol. Substantial improvement (>30% decrease ADOS-2 total score) was observed in six participants, moderate improvement (>3 units) in two participants, and minor/no improvement in seven participants. Ten participants assessed at a six-month time point sustained improvement in total ADOS-2 and social affect sub-domain scores comparing baseline and 6 months (P = 0.019; P = 0.023), but no significant improvement in restricted and repetitive behavior scores were noted (P = 0.197). Significant improvements in CARS-2 items after 3 months of the modified ketogenic protocol were observed in imitation, body use, and fear or nervousness (P = 0.031, P = 0.008, P = 0.039).[15]

Indicating a modified gluten-free ketogenic diet with supplemental MCT is a potentially beneficial treatment option to improve the core features of ASD.[15]

BLOOD SUGAR REGULATION

Although glucose (from carbohydrates) is an important source of energy, a diet rich in carbohydrates and simple sugars can negatively affect the body and can have detrimental effects on health.

We manage our blood sugar levels by producing insulin, a hormone that moves glucose from the bloodstream and into our cells for energy. When we eat too many carbohydrates in our diet, we can lose sensitivity to insulin and our blood glucose levels can rise. This is known as insulin resistance and can lead to diabetes and pre-diabetes.

Studies have shown that MCTs incease production of insulin in response to glucose and improve insulin sensitivity, improving blood glucose levels and glucose metabolism.

COMBATS YEAST & CANDIDA

Capric acid exibits superior anti-fungal activity over commonly prescribed pharmaceutical Diflucan (Fluconazole) [1]. Caprylic acid alone has shown in clinical trials to damage the membranes of up to 36% of the Candida species cells it was exposed to. and up to 31% of the efflux pumps, reducing candida load. 

Although Caprylic acid used together with the constitutent Thymol from Thyme showed damage to 83% of the Candida species, and up to 95% of efflux pumps, generating a significant reduction in Candida [2].