Can I just use coconut oil instead of MCT oil?

As coconut oil has a high amount of MCTs, it has some similar properties to MCT oil. People can use both MCT oil and coconut oil to follow a ketogenic diet.

What can I use in place of MCT oil?

Use olive oil instead of MCT The original bulletproof coffee calls for MCT, but to make your coffee healthier, you can replace it with some organic extra virgin olive oil. MCT oil has its health benefits such as improved cognition and it can also boost your body’s ability to burn fat.

What’s the difference between coconut oil and MCT oil?

The main difference between MCT oil vs coconut oil is that MCT oil is made of medium-chain fatty acids, while coconut oil is made of medium and long-chain fatty acids.

Does MCT oil taste like coconut?

Plus, Brain Octane oil and MCT oil are liquid at room temperature, and they don’t taste like coconuts. Instead, they enhance the flavor of tons of foods. You can use these flavorless oils in pretty much anything, from Bulletproof Coffee to salad dressings.

Which is better for weight loss coconut oil or olive oil?

Studies suggest that olive oil is healthier as compared to coconut oil. Secondly, Olive oil has more good fat – monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, as compared to virgin coconut oil. Coconut oil contains saturated fat, which is termed as bad fat and is advised to be consumed in moderate amount.

Is there MCT in coconut oil?

MCT oil is usually made from coconut or palm kernel oil. Both have MCT in them. You can buy 100\% MCT oil or a mixture of MCT and LCT. The way people get MCT oil from coconut or palm kernel oil is through a process called fractionation.

How much of coconut oil is MCT?

MCT oil is a concentrated source of 100\% MCTs that’s more effective at boosting weight loss and energy production — especially if you’re following a keto diet — than coconut oil. Meanwhile, coconut oil has an MCT content of about 54\%.