Understanding The Benefits Of Medium Chain Triglyceride (MCT) Oil
Introduction
As the primary ingredient and carrier oil used within our best-selling CBD formula, we feel obligated to inform the public of its immense benefits and the reasoning behind its selection.
The source of our MCT oil is naturally organic and ethically sourced from non-GMO coconut. To reinforce standards, each is 3rd party lab tested for quality and purity. Regarding the vast majority of manufacturers of CBD oil, many rely on the use of fractionated coconut oil; however, there are several significant reasons why MCT oil triumphs above and reigns supreme amongst carrier oils. Let us present our case:
Molecular Significance
Scientifically speaking, MCT is an abbreviation that denotes medium-chain triglycerides, determining the number of carbon atoms within each of the molecule’s chains. (Medium-chain triglycerides contain 6-10 carbon atoms, comparatively to short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) with 2-6, and long-chain triglycerides (LCTs) with 12-22 — which are predominately eaten within the average diet. Triglyceride is essentially a technical term for fat, denoting a molecule that contains 3 fatty acids attached to a glycerol backbone.
Overall, there are 3 types of MCTs, all of which are included in our CBD Oil. These include:
(C8) Caprylic Acid
(C10) Capric Acid
(C12) Lauric Acid
Triglyceride Function & Benefits
MCTs are notably the subject of greater benefit compared to that of LCTs. Foremost, MCTs contain 10% fewer calories than LCTs, and they are much more rapidly absorbed by the body. As a result of their shorter molecular structure, MCTs can immediately enter the mitochondria of a cell. LCTs, for example, are subject to further processes in order to enter the organelle unless it’s aided by an amino acid known as L-Carnitine — an endogenously-produced compound responsible for metabolism.
Our body creates a bioavailable energy compound known as ATP, or adenosine triphosphate, through the process of cellular respiration — which provides energy to our body's cells. Interestingly, however, studies have demonstrated that MCTs may have a positive effect on ketone production. Ketones are a chemical that one’s body synthesizes when there is an absence of insulin to convert glucose into energy. Because one’s body requires an alternative source of energy, it relies on fats to convert into ketones as a means of energy production. Essentially, the primary function of triglycerides within our diet is to provide fuel/energy, promote the formation of cells, and store for long-term energy use.
Medium-chain triglycerides have also been clinically studied in a multitude of trials supporting the notion that these fats can benefit one’s body by:
Aiding in the promotion of weight loss
As an energy source
Managing a variety of diseases including epilepsy, Alzheimer’s, and autism
Fighting yeast and bacterial growth
Managing blood sugar levels
Reducing risk factors for heart disease.
Additionally, the subcategorized MCTs, mentioned above, are subject to a variety of beneficial properties:
(C8) Caprylic Acid | Anti-bacterial, Anti-fungal, and Anti-inflammatory
(C10) Capric Acid | Supports digestion and boosts the immune system
(C12) Lauric Acid | Anti-viral and Anti-microbial
Conclusion
With this newly-acquired scientific information, to what greater benefit is fractionated coconut oil? This carrier oil has maintained to be supreme amongst mass-produced cannabidiol manufacturers due to its cheaper cost. Ironically enough, fractionated coconut oil is commonly used within skincare products due to its lightweight and moisturizing properties — not as an ingredient used for ingestion. Additionally, fractionated coconut oil used within these inexpensive cannabidiol oils may not contain all of the previously mentioned beneficial triglycerides. In short, fractionated coconut oil is used at best for convenience; MCT oil, however, is used for to maximize health benefits.
Through immeasurable research and countless trials, we have ultimately concluded that MCT Oil was the best selection within our cannabidiol oil both for its rapid absorption and multitude of bodily benefits. We ask that you don’t just accept our word, but try our formula for yourself.
