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MCT Oil

Performance · Evidence: Limited · Importance: Optional

Medium-chain triglycerides used for quick energy, often on keto diets.

Educational only — not medical advice. BodEvo summarizes research cautiously and labels estimates as estimates. Talk to a physician or registered dietitian before starting any supplement, diet, or training program.

What the evidence says

A rapidly-absorbed fat useful on keto; provides energy but no special fat-burning effect.

Typical dose & timing

Dose: Start small (1 tsp) to assess tolerance.

Timing: In coffee or pre-cardio for some.

Role in a stack

Energy fat for low-carb diets.

Redundancy check: Just calories — no fat-loss magic.

Cautions & safety

Causes GI distress/diarrhea if ramped too fast; still 100+ calories per tbsp.

GI tolerance varies. Educational only.

Best for

keto diets · quick fat energy

Use it in the app: open the Supplement Library and Stack Builder — free, local-first, no account required.