What is MCT Oil and How Do You Use it with the Keto Diet?
MCT oil is one of the hottest supplements these days. With the skyrocketing popularity of the keto diet and bulletproof coffee, everybody and their neighbor wants to know what it is and if they should use it. MCT stands for medium chain triglyceride and the oil is...
Understanding the Properties of Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCTs)
Medium chain triglycerides, also known as MCT, are comprised of 6 to 12 carbon atoms. That’s why they’re known as medium chain. The long chain triglycerides have 13 to 18 carbon atoms. MCTs have become very popular over the past few years because of the popularity of...
MCT Oil VS MCT Powder – Which Should You Take?
This is one of the most common questions asked by people who wish to supplement their diet with medium chain triglycerides (MCT). This is one of those questions where there is no right or wrong answer. It all comes down to personal preferences. Before weighing the...
MCT Oil and Weight Loss: What You Need to Know
The weight loss industry is a billion dollar one that’s replete with hype, pills, supplements, DVDs, fads, scams, etc. Most weight loss products and their bold claims must be taken with a bucket of salt. In the same vein, one should approach MCT oil with some cynicism...
4 Powerful Benefits of MCT Oil
Over the past couple of years, MCT oil has been hailed as one of the miracle ‘supplements’ that assists in weight loss and helps to boost overall wellness. The term ‘supplement’ is loosely used, because MCT oil is an almost natural product. Unlike whey protein and...
Will the Ketogenic Diet Make Me Fatter and Increase My Cholesterol?
Weight gain and a higher cholesterol level are two of the biggest misconceptions about the ketogenic diet. To truly understand why the ketogenic diet will help you lose weight and lower your cholesterol level, you need to know what cholesterol is, and how the body...
What is the Ketogenic Diet and Why is it So Effective for Weight Loss
Here’s a simple truth that’s hard to swallow – most people who embark on a weight loss program will fail miserably. Their New Year resolution of losing weight and getting fit is often left to with wither and turn into dust by March… and only comes back to life in...
Coping with Keto Flu While Trying to Lose Weight
The dreaded keto flu is nothing to panic about. While uncomfortable and mildly annoying, this is a natural reaction by the body when you suddenly minimize your intake of carbs drastically. The majority of people are used to a diet that’s mostly comprised of carbs...
4 Common Misconceptions about Weight Loss and the Keto Diet
The weight loss industry is filled with misconceptions, conflicting information and ‘broscience’ (opinions passed off as facts). It’s no wonder so many people are confused and spinning their wheels not knowing what to do when trying to lose weight. The ketogenic diet...
3 Techniques to Create Ketosis and Make You Lean
In this article, we’re going to look at a few ways you can employ the ketogenic diet to help you lose weight. It’s important to note that most people will find that they’ll have to go through a period where the body tries to adapt to the diet. Most of us get a major...