Adding MCT Oil to a ketogenic diet can provide a variety of great benefits to improve energy levels, boost mental focus, and promote weight loss. There are several ways to incorporate MCT Oil into your daily routine, like blending it into your coffee, into a smoothie, or even using the oil for salad dressing. However, one of the most convenient ways to add quality MCT Oil to your diet is to use a powdered MCT Oil supplement.
The Benefits of MCT Oil
MCT oil, or medium chain triglyceride oil, breaks down inside our bodies and produces excess ketones.1 As most keto dieters know, ketones in our bodies are the primary energy source for our brains when sugar has been eliminated. The added boost of ketones from the breakdown of MCT oil in our cells can give us a boost of energy, improved focus, and mental clarity.
Left Coast Performance MCT Oil Powder
Knowing that it can be difficult to get all of the MCT oil you want in a day, Left Coast Performance has released and MCT Oil Powder, which can be a great way for keto dieters to add these healthy fats to their daily routine. The powder can be blended into coffee or a smoothie, or added to keto friendly baked good recipes. MCT oil can be used for pre-workout energy and a surge of mental focus.
While it dissolves best in warm or hot liquids, the MCT Oil Powder by Left Coast Performance can also be added to low carb protein shakes or smoothies for a quick pick me up. Ideally though, most reviewers of this product report that it is the best when blended into coffee – creating a smooth, creamy consistency. Since a serving of Left Coast Performance MCT Oil Powder is just two teaspoons, it’s convenient to bring small portions along with you so you can add it into your diet on the go.
MCT Oil Powder for Keto Dieters
It’s important to note that, while convenient, this MCT Oil Powder supplement does contain tapioca maltodextrin. While most MCT Oils in liquid form have 0g of carbohydrates, the process of producing a powder supplement does add some additional carbohydrates. However, if you’re able to make it work for your macros, the additional carbs are low enough to make it a possibility for keto.
Additionally, it’s common for those just starting MCT Oil supplements to experience some stomach discomfort. It’s a good idea to start with small additions of MCT Oil to your diet and allow your digestive system to become acclimated.
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Dr. Rosmy Barrios, MD is an aesthetic medicine specialist whose work focuses on patients who are treated for obesity, metabolic syndrome, and other weight-related issues through nutritional analysis, keto diet programs, and supporting medications.
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