Pure MCT Oil
by Protocol For Life Balance · Liquid
Supplement facts from the label of Pure MCT Oil by Protocol For Life Balance: Calories 130 Calorie(s), Total Fat 14 Gram(s), Medium Chain Triglyceride Oil 14 Gram(s).
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Per serving | % DV | Upper limit (adults) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 130 Calorie(s) | — | — |
| Total Fat | 14 Gram(s) | 18% | — |
| └ Saturated Fat | 14 Gram(s) | 70% | — |
| Medium Chain Triglyceride Oil (Coconut Oil, Palm Kernel Oil) | 14 Gram(s) | — | — |
Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals. Compared only where the unit converts and the limit applies to the form on the label.
On the label
For: Vegan · Vegetarian · Adult (18 - 50 Years) · Halal · Gluten Free · Dairy Free
Claim types: Nutrient · All Other · Structure/Function
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: Suggested usage: Take 1 tablespoon (15 mL) daily, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
Formulation re: Other: How it works: MCTs (medium-chain triglycerides) are fats that are metabolized differently than most dietary fats. Unlike longer chain triglycerides, MCTs require little or no enzymatic breakdown and are easily absorbed across the wall of the small intestine and delivered straight to the liver where they can be used directly for energy production (instead of being stored as fat). In essence, they a
Precautions re: All Other: Cautions/interactions: If you are diabetic, epileptic or if you have liver disease, please contact your healthcare practitioner prior to using this product. MCTs can cause GI discomfort when used in high doses. Taking this product with food can reduce these effects.
Storage: Storage guidance: Store in a cool, dry and dark environment in tightly sealed original container. After opening, product can be refrigerated or stored at cool room temperature.
FDA Disclaimer Statement: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Formulation re: Other: Weight management Metabolic support
This page repeats what the label says and the official upper limits for healthy adults. It is not medical advice: ask a doctor, pharmacist or registered dietitian about your own intake, especially if you are pregnant, take medicines or have a health condition.
Label data: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Dietary Supplement Label Database (dsld.od.nih.gov), public domain. Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals (values from the Institute of Medicine, Food and Nutrition Board).