Product Features :
- Pure MCTs blend calibrated to 60% C8 (caprylic acid) and 40% C10 (capric acid) - a superior ratio of the most beneficial MCTs for health and energy boost.
- Suitable for vegans, non-GMO, non-irradiated, free from gluten, synthetic additives, caffeine, artificial colors and preservatives.
Unique Features :
- Does not contain low-cost MCTs such as C6 or C12, which have been linked to stomach issues.
- Non hydrogenated - free from harmful trans fats.
- Palm oil free.
- High quality, ethically sourced coconuts.
- USDA organic.
Difference between MCT oil and coconut oil:
MCT oil contains 100% MCTs, specifically formulated by refining coconut oil to concentrate the MCT content. Higher quality MCT oils feature higher ratios of C8 and C10 (caprylic and capric acid). C8 and C10 are regarded as the most valuable MCTs due to their powerful ketogenic activity and rapid yet comfortable absorption.
On the other hand, raw coconut oil contains approximately 54% MCTs. However, the majority of MCTs present come from lauric acid (42%), where caprylic acid and capric acid only form a small percentage of the MCT content. The remaining fats found in coconut oil are LCTs (long-chain triglycerides) and unsaturated fats.
How MCT works:
When the body's glucose stores are depleted, as during prolonged fasting or carbohydrate restriction, it turns to an alternative fuel source - ketones. Ketones are formed as a by-product of fatty acids metabolism. MCT fatty acids bypass the normal fat digestive process, allowing them to be rapidly converted into ketone bodies, which provide several brain and metabolic benefits.
Benefits for MCT:
Performance Lab® MCT C8 + C10 and the ketones they raise combine to aid with:
Brain Support:
- Increase the number of mitochondria (also known as the " energy powerhouses" of the body) within brain cells.
- Enhance mitochondria efficiency for healthier brain cell energy.
- Help protect brain cells and mitochondria from free radical damage which contributes to ageing and cognitive decline.
Metabolic Support::
- Maintain mental energy against ketosis-related brain fog – helpful for intense training, fasted training, or maintaining motivation during weight loss.
- Increase energy expenditure (EE) for optimal calorie-burning and fat-burning.
- Support appetite control and faster satiety for healthy weight management.
- Support a robust microbiome in the gut for healthy nutrient metabolism.
- Serve as an energy source in addition to glucose during exercise.
