Frequently Asked Questions

Add anWhat Is MCT Oil?

MCT oil is a supplement made from a type of fat called medium-chain triglycerides.

MCT molecules are smaller than those in most of the fats you eat, which are long-chain triglycerides (LCT). This makes them easier to digest. You can absorb MCT in your bloodstream quickly. This turns it into energy you can use.

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. This separates the MCT from the original oil and concentrates it. answer to this item. 

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Add an answer to this itemChocolate is made from cacao beans — or rather seeds — from the Theobroma cacao tree. This plant produces large, pod-like fruits, each containing 20–60 beans surrounded by a sticky, sweet-tart white pulp (1Trusted Source, 2Trusted Source, 3Trusted Source).

In the case of cocoa, the beans are roasted. In contrast, cacao powder is often ‘raw’ so the beans are normally sun-dried rather roasted (though this isn’t always the case). Because of this, they retain more of their nutrients.

Now, there’s a bit of controversy about the actual rawness of cacao beans as when fermenting the temperature may actually go above the minimum ‘raw’ temperature. Also, roasting beans kills off some potentially dangerous bacteria and can enhance their flavour. If you’re going raw, buy your cacao from a reputable source to be sure that beans have been sourced carefully and tested for levels of bacteria. Some good brands include Naturya and Big Tree Farms.

The other big difference between cacao and cocoa is that an alkaliser is added in the production of cocoa. To balance the natural acidity of the taste of cacao, the beans are washed with a potassium solution before being pressed into a powder..

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 It has "A more gentle impact on blood sugar and offering at least a little nutritional value." https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/wellness/the-sweet-truth-about-coconut-and-date-sugar--there-are-some-benefits/2018/08/24/4bea2f92-a4ba-11e8-97ce-cc9042272f07_story.html

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How is fractionated coconut oil made?

Fractionated coconut oil is produced via a process called fractionation.

Fractionation is used to separate different types of fats that are naturally found in some oils. It’s often done to make new products for consumers (2). 

The different melting points of various fats make fractionation possible.

For example, lauric acid and long-chain fatty acids have higher melting points than caprylic acid and capric acid. Therefore, they will become solid sooner when cooled.

The fractionation of coconut oil is carried out by heating the oil above its melting point. Then, it’s left to cool, and the solid fraction of the oil is separated from the liquid.