10 Benefits of MCT Oil
MCT Oil Benefit #3: Improves Memory
One benefit of MCTs is that they can be absorbed by the body easily with minimal digestion. As such, the breakdown of medium-chain fatty acids creates readily accessible ketone bodies that fuel brain cells. Ketones supply energy to the brain without the need for insulin to process glucose into energy.
Researchers believe that since the brain is receiving a direct source of energy, the fatty acids in MCT oil improve the memory of older patients. These patients see an improvement in their ability to recall important information. This occurs because the ketones from MCT oil create an alternate source of energy that helps repair brain function.
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