MCT was Re: Introduction and my gluten story

[Guest guest]

> What is MCT?

Hi Sharon,

MCT = Medium Chain Triglycerides

MFA = Medium Chain Fatty Acids (MCT are made up of MFA)

(butter and coconut oil are very high in MCT and MFA)

There are apparently products available which are concentrated MCT.

Whether you're talking about concentrated MCT or regular coconut or

palm oil, the benefits are very similar. They're easy for people with

pancreatic/gall bladder problems to digest, and they are also

utilized by the body as an energy source about as readily as

carbohydrates are. However, since they are actually a fat, they

provide a relatively stable, non-glycemic energy source.

Hope that helps!