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3 Ways to Use MCT Oil {Recipes & Healthy Benefits}

by Lindsay Cotter · 02/05/2018

3 ways to use MCT oil
3 ways to use MCT oil

What is MCT oil? Learn more about this beneficial saturated fat and how to incorporate MCT into your daily diet. Plus, learn about the healthy benefits, get some recipes to try, including a butter-less iced bulletproof coffee latte recipe!

titled photo: 3 ways to use MCT oil

Just letting you know this 3 Ways to Use MCT Oil post was originally published in Spring 2014. I updated the content to be more relevant with new research and updated the recipes. Now I am republishing it for you today in partnership with NOW® MCT oil! I hope you enjoy and please feel free to comment with questions or suggestions! Thank you for following Cotter Crunch Y’all!


MCT oil. It’s the new craze, isn’t it? Well, at least that’s what I’ve been seeing since 2015 and what I’ve been asked about over and over again. What is MCT oil? Why is it so good for us? How should we use MCT oil? Etc. Etc. Etc.

I will be quite honest, it can be confusing. All this good fat versus saturated fat talk. I am pretty sure our society is confused as well; Fat has been used in such a negative way for the past 20 years. But there’s hope! Yes! All we need is a little clarification and explanation.

So let’s talk about it. Fat. Saturated Fat. MCT oil (Fat) and how we can incorporate MCT oil in our daily diet. Mmmm k?

MCT oil by Now Foods

I’ll explain how we use it and why I think it’s a great NUTRITION tool for endurance athletes. Sound good?

First things first: What is MCT oil?

MCT oil is plant source oil made up of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs). Medium-chain triglycerides are a special kind of lipid (fat). These triglycerides are quite unique in their chemical formal (structure) in that they bypass the regular digestion: intestines, to liver to, blood.

Instead, these fats are digested fast and easily (very little strain on your digestive system).  MCTs are also absorbed right away and taken to the liver, where they are used directly for energy instead of being stored at fat.* It’s fast and it can be converted to ENERGY STAT!* This is why it’s great for athletes. Instead of a spoonful of sugar, try a spoonful of MCT oil for quick energy!* This is also why some endurance athletes carry MCT oil on their long rides, runs, etc.

Paleo Leap explains Long chain fats in a great way! Think of it as part of a fruit smoothie!

Think of long-chain fats as being like a whole piece of fruit and MCTs as being like a smoothie. If you eat the whole fruit, you have to put in a lot of effort chewing, but the smoothie you can just slurp right up almost without noticing. In your digestive system, MCTs are a little bit like that smoothie.(Paleo Leap)

That being said, the way each body rapidly DIGESTS MCT fats is very individualized. Some digest it quicker than others which can lead to digestive discomfort.  It’s best to test it out for yourself first, starting off with 2 tsp to up to 1 tbsp a day is plenty.

Another reason to LOVE MCT oil is that it does not raise blood sugar. You can use MCT oil in between meals for this very reason. The last thing we want is for blood sugar (insulin) to spike and cause more hormonal imbalance (See Adrenal Cocktail recipe post for a refresher). That being said, the question still remains: is MCT oil safe for Type I diabetics while on a Keto Diet? Well, depends on the person. First, consult with your doctor. In general, MCT oil can support normal blood sugar regulation and appetite.* Research has also show that MCTs raise up ketones and help maintain healthy blood sugar (source).

And lastly, I personally use MCT oil to get in more fat while also helping to ease the digestion of fat.* If that makes sense? You see, since having a parasite (in 2006), digesting fats and certain sugar (FODMAPS) can sometimes be difficult, causing malabsorption.  Let’s face it, this happens to a lot of us due to stress too, right? Oh, the body is so sensitive. But using MCT oil can help! MCTs are easily digested, which can help SAFELY increase fats and therefore absorb more nutrients.* Again it’s safe to check with your doctor first.

One of my favorite brands of MCT oil is from NOW FOODS. They have a couple different flavors, besides plain, which makes for more fun and delicious recipes! Both the Vanilla Hazelnut and Chocolate Mocha taste AMAZING blended in coffee. But more on that below.

Now Foods Flavored MCT oil

  • 100% Pure oil – NOW® MCT Oil is derived from coconut/palm kernel oil that is sustainably sourced to protect our planet and preserve native wildlife habitats.
  • Trusted manufacturer
  • Thermogenic
  • Great for healthy weight management and Body Composition

Other smaller sources of MCT oil can be found in coconut oil, grass-fed butter, whole milk, aged cheese, palm kern oil, and yogurt.

Okay, now we know why MCTs are so awesome and a great source of MCT oil (Now Foods). Let’s talk about how we can use MCT oil. You don’t have to think too much here because MCT oil is so versatile! Cook with it, bake, blend, drink, eat, or use it for external uses (like skin or hair care).

Here are our 3 favorite ways to use MCT Oil in everyday recipes.

Eat, drink, and blend and be HEALTHY!

Note – Look for the oil derived from sustainably harvested organic coconut.

DRINK IT!

Bulletproof Coffee or Bulletproof Coffee ICED LATTE (Butter-less Option)

Oh yes, you’ve heard the bulletproof coffee talk. And yes, we make it! Not all the time, but some of the time. We’ve made it hot and cold. It’s pretty simple. All you need are

  • ghee, butter, or coconut oil
  • MCT oil
  • organic coffee
  • almond milk
  • maybe some collagen or even cashew cream.

It tastes like a latte, but the energy lasts much longer! If you want to make it ICED, I have a little trick. Mix a tiny bit of flavored oil (we use Vanilla Hazelnut NOW FOODS MCT oil) with almond or coconut milk and pour it in an ice tray to freeze.

vegan bulletproof iced coffee latte

Now you can use that as your ICE for your iced bulletproof coffee latte. See, an extra ENERGY PERK.

For HOT coffee, just skip the ice cubes and blend all together when hot. You could even brew regular coffee, blend in regular or flavored MCT and top with whipped coconut cream or cashew reamer. Oh yes, a healthy fats “cappuccino” bulletproof coffee per se.

🙂

Bulletproof Coffee latte with butter-less vegan option

You can also add it to your smoothies and shakes. Try this low carb chocolate smoothie or COCONUT Superfood Smoothie.

low carb chocolate coconut shake

Superfood Coconut Smoothie- Vegan, Paleo

BAKING with MCT OIL!

Second, I LOVE to use it in baking.

Replace conventional oils with MCT, or use it along with regular coconut oil and/or butter (half and half). You can sub out about 1/4 to 1/3 of the coconut oil for MCT oil instead. This makes for more nutritional baking!  Here’s are a few great paleo baking recipes to try it out with; cinnamon almond flour bread or Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies! 

NOTE – I wouldn’t recommend cooking/baking over 350F  with MCT oil due to it’s medium heat smoke index. This means the oil won’t oxidize from heat (becoming rancid) when baking/cooking at 350F or lower. 

Paleo Cinnamon Almond Flour Bread - part of a delicious kid friendly dairy-free meal plan

MIX and POUR!

And lastly, you can replace the oil (or part of the oil) in your homemade salad dressings and homemade aioli/mayo.

I love adding it to coconut oil in my green goddess vegan dressing! It is delish! Simple to use on any salad bowl!

Green Goddess Fig Nourish Bowl Salad

Green goddess dressing that's homemade, vegan and so easy to make! This vegan green goddess dressing recipe is TO DIE FOR! Paleo friendly, low carb, made with simple healthy ingredients, and pretty much good on EVERYTHING! A staple dressing recipe you will want to make again and again! #paleo #dressing #vegan #greengodess #healthy #salad

I plan on mixing the oil with my creamy warm onion dressing and apple cider tahini dressing next!

Well, there you have it, some of our FAVORITE ways to use this incredible oil. I hope this helps clarify the saturated fat and MCT oil confusion. I know, I know, nutrition overload. Did you make it through the post? ;

Do you use MCT oil? If so, I’d love to hear how! 

Cheers,

Disclaimer: I am not a medical practice and do not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.  Please seek diagnosis, treatment, and advice from qualified providers based on your condition.

*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.

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Hi, y'all, I’m Lindsay Cotter, a Nutrition Specialist with a focus on Gluten Free eating. I love creating delicious nourishing food that anyone can enjoy.

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  1. Steve says

    10/24/2021 at 7:57 PM

    With regard to MCT oil, you say “I love adding it to coconut oil in my green goddess vegan dressing!”, but the ingredients of the green goddess vegan dressing don’t list coconut oil, only “olive oil or avocado oil”. I presume it is still OK to substitute an equal quantity of these oils?

    Reply
    • Lindsay Cotter says

      10/25/2021 at 12:40 PM

      Yes, as long as you don’t mind the taste of coconut oil. You could use a naturally refined coconut oil instead! Or were you wanting to use MCT?

      Reply
      • Steve says

        10/25/2021 at 2:14 PM

        I have to incorporate MCT oil into my daughter’s diet and the Green Goddess dressing seems ideal to enhance her salads. I guess I just substitute the recipe oil for her prescribed amount of MCT oil?
        Thank you.

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        • Lindsay Cotter says

          10/26/2021 at 12:50 PM

          GOt it! I would slowly add it into her diet so she doesn’t get an upset stomach. So for the dressing, replace 2 tbsp of the avocado oil with MCT oil and mix. Does that make sense?

          Reply
  2. Santa Cruz Medicinals says

    03/09/2020 at 2:01 AM

    Thank you ! It is amazing and illuminating post in which properly uses of MCT Oil are explained. How we can consume it and stay happy & healthy.

    Reply
  3. Sandi says

    08/27/2019 at 12:38 PM

    I have a question. You said you “wouldn’t recommend cooking/baking over 350F with MCT oil due to it’s medium heat smoke index. This means MCT oil won’t oxidize from heat (becoming rancid) when baking/cooking at 350F or lower.“. You said you would ‘t cook/ bake over 350 and 350 or lower both. Not sure which you wouldn’ t do here. Can you clarify?

    Reply
    • Lindsay Cotter says

      08/27/2019 at 3:56 PM

      Sorry for the confusion. I mean I would cook/bake anything in it over 350F. Hope that helps!

      Reply
      • Clarice says

        05/01/2022 at 10:15 PM

        Thanks for clarifying because I misunderstood that too. It sounded like, ‘don’t cooking over 350 F degrees (160 C degrees), which would rule out using it in any cake baking.

        Reply
  4. Maria Martinez says

    08/01/2019 at 11:33 AM

    I love

    Reply
  5. Houston says

    07/24/2019 at 10:32 PM

    Hi Lindsay, Good information thanks. One correction: MCT Oil derived from Palm is NOT Sustainable. Massive areas of forest and their inhabitants are destroyed to plant Palm for Oil. MCT is great if derived from sustainably harvested organic coconut.

    Reply
    • Lindsay Cotter says

      07/25/2019 at 8:59 PM

      Thanks for catching that! I will update!

      Reply
  6. Caitlin Miller says

    03/10/2019 at 9:08 AM

    It’s my understanding that MCT, unlike coconut oil, has a low smoke point: this makes it highly unsuitable for cooking!

    Reply
    • Lindsay Cotter says

      03/10/2019 at 9:32 AM

      totally agree! Unless it’s naturally unrefined. I mention (above) that I usually don’t use it in any recipes over 350F. And even with baking, a little goes a long way. Or you could just brush it on top as a “buttery” topping before serving. Hope that makes sense. Sorry for confusion.

      Reply
  7. Pete says

    03/01/2019 at 5:26 PM

    This is great information, There are so many benefits regarding this oil even on other blog sites.

    Reply
  8. Renee at ReneesKitchenAdventures says

    02/17/2018 at 10:48 PM

    So interesting. I have not heard of this, but now I want to go out and look for it and try to incorporate it into my diet.

    Reply
  9. Tanya Schroeder says

    02/10/2018 at 11:18 AM

    I’m so, so intrigued by this, I am definitely trying that coffee!

    Reply
  10. Cookin Canuck says

    02/09/2018 at 4:40 PM

    So much helpful info here! I really didn’t know much about MCT oil, so am loving this post.

    Reply
    • Lindsay Cotter says

      02/10/2018 at 12:05 AM

      Awesome! So glad we could help!

      Reply
  11. Leigh Ann says

    02/07/2018 at 4:00 PM

    Love these ways to use MCT oil!

    Reply
  12. Vicky @ AvocadoPesto says

    02/07/2018 at 3:18 PM

    Was just reading about MCT oil yesterday and how I need to get some!

    Reply
    • Lindsay Cotter says

      02/08/2018 at 11:54 AM

      you so do! let me know if you try this one vicky!

      Reply
  13. Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy says

    02/07/2018 at 10:06 AM

    Love love love!!!!!

    Reply
  14. Megan says

    02/07/2018 at 2:52 AM

    Hi! Do you remember where you got those glasses?

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch says

      02/08/2018 at 1:28 PM

      Yes! World market

      Reply
  15. roll the ball says

    02/06/2018 at 9:00 PM

    Thanks for sharing.I found a lot of interesting information here. A really good post, very thankful and hopeful that you will write many more posts like this one.

    Reply
  16. Naomi Robinson says

    02/06/2018 at 5:08 PM

    I’m with Matt, can’t wait to use this!

    Reply
  17. Matt Robinson says

    02/06/2018 at 4:54 PM

    How have I never heard of this?? Ordering some right now, thanks!

    Reply
  18. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

    02/06/2018 at 4:52 PM

    Interesting! Thanks for sharing the info Lindsay!

    Reply
  19. Erin says

    02/06/2018 at 1:03 PM

    Thanks for sharing all this information! So helpful.

    Reply
  20. Charlie says

    02/06/2018 at 10:09 AM

    For those with chronic migraine take this slowly and experiment.

    Triglycerides can trigger migraines, even natural ones.

    Turkey has natural triglycerides in it. We don’t have turkey at all in the house.
    It causes me such severe migraines.

    Some are sensitive to it and some not.

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch says

      02/06/2018 at 10:12 AM

      That’s very interesting Charlie!! Thanks for pointing that out. Did you find that research somewhere or just from your personal experience? I’d love to know so I can inform my readers. Thanks so much.

      Reply
      • Charlie says

        02/06/2018 at 2:47 PM

        Both.

        I had a Dr. tell me years ago about it.
        Also can’t eat anything with triglycerides. They are a real trigger for me.
        Pkg. meat has a high level of them (used as preservative), so have to stay away from that also.
        Different people have different triggers for migraines.

        Reply
  21. Lexi says

    02/06/2018 at 9:34 AM

    Such a great post. Love MCT oil!

    Reply
  22. Liz @ Floating Kitchen says

    02/06/2018 at 6:45 AM

    I’ve been seeing so much about MCT oil this month. Thanks for explaining all this – I definitely was confused! Love all the different ways you use it in recipes!

    Reply
  23. Heather S Christo says

    02/05/2018 at 10:22 PM

    Thanks L, I was actually just bugging a friend to teach me about this, but now I have all the info!

    Reply
    • Lindsay Cotter says

      02/05/2018 at 11:28 PM

      yea! so glad to be useful Heather!

      Reply
  24. Maria says

    02/05/2018 at 10:19 PM

    Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  25. Nick says

    01/16/2017 at 1:54 PM

    MCTs are definitely not “used for glucose.” They are oxidized in the mitochondria for energy like all fats. While they do bypass much of the digestive process that ends with the oxidation of long-chain fatty acid components, they are never turned into glucose.
    Only carbohydrates and, in extreme cases (gluconeogenesis) protein are turned into glucose.

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch says

      01/16/2017 at 6:32 PM

      Yes, this is an old post I definitely need to update and correct. Thank you.

      Reply
  26. Anna Wright says

    01/16/2017 at 2:18 AM

    I like to reduce my weight and also not like to sacrifice my food, this might be quite helpful for my weight loss, thanks!

    Reply
  27. Andrea says

    01/04/2017 at 9:21 PM

    I am finding this article so long after it was posted but I am so glad I found it. I was looking for more ways to use it because I am not a coffee drinker and every search seems to come up with Bulletproof Coffee results. I got some really great ideas from you and the other commenters and it is so very much appreciated!

    I never would have thought to use it in salad dressing. I read the comment about not cooking with it but I bet I could make a dressing with MCT oil and some lemon or lime and toss my cooked veggies in it when they are done! Thanky ou again! I am inspired!

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch says

      01/04/2017 at 10:34 PM

      i love it dressing. so light in texture!

      Reply
  28. Ellis Dunbar says

    11/28/2016 at 1:51 PM

    Wow! Very interesting article and impressive use of ingredients. I use similar ingredients in my product. I would like to send you a link with info.

    Reply
  29. Kim says

    02/21/2016 at 8:12 AM

    Your info is wrong. MCT oil in NOT coconut oil. Coconut oil is mostly Lauric acid. MCT has NO Lauric acid. It is also dangerous to cook with it. With a smoke point of 320, it’s not appropriate as a cooking oil.

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch says

      02/21/2016 at 8:30 AM

      thanks for the info. I meant to clarify that a while ago. This is an old post. I will be updating asap. Cheers!

      Reply
  30. Matt says

    05/12/2015 at 1:16 PM

    This comment is just a test to make sure comment replies are working.

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch says

      05/12/2015 at 1:17 PM

      Replying to the test comment. You should receive an email confirming this.

      Reply
  31. Alicia says

    12/19/2014 at 10:20 AM

    great post. Going to come back later and read more

    Reply
  32. Heather @ FITaspire says

    11/24/2014 at 4:27 PM

    I’m a fan of MCT oil too, I use it whenever possible, usually just a few times a week right now though. I will often use to make a salad dressing, instead of olive oil. 🙂

    Reply
  33. Jody - Fit at 56 says

    11/24/2014 at 9:27 AM

    It all looks so delish!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I love all the info you pass on to us!

    Reply
  34. Kaylin @ Enticing Healthy Eating says

    11/23/2014 at 11:27 PM

    Really enjoyed learning more about MCT Oil! Thank you for clarifying it’s uses and benefits.

    Reply
  35. Abby @ Change of Pace says

    11/23/2014 at 6:53 PM

    Fascinating! I’ve never even heard of it, but reading this it sounds like a good thing to take. Thanks, as always, for sharing!

    Reply
    • LCCotter says

      11/23/2014 at 8:56 PM

      oh i bet you’d love this in your smoothies and baking! let me know if you try it!

      Reply
  36. Elle says

    11/22/2014 at 11:55 AM

    I would have never thought to put this in coffee or a smoothie! I think it would add excellent flavour and of course, all the health benefits you mentioned.

    Reply
    • LCCotter says

      11/22/2014 at 7:15 PM

      it makes it soooo buttery tasting too!

      Reply
  37. Lauren @ The Bikini Experiment says

    11/21/2014 at 11:44 PM

    I love MCT for my protein shakes and as a topping. It’s good in yogurt too.

    Reply
  38. Purelytwins says

    11/21/2014 at 7:22 PM

    girl you know we love MCT oil

    Reply
    • LCCotter says

      11/22/2014 at 7:18 PM

      oh yes, i knew you all do! <3

      Reply
  39. Katrina says

    11/21/2014 at 6:01 PM

    I haven’t heard of this oil before!

    Reply
    • LCCotter says

      11/22/2014 at 3:27 PM

      i think it would be great for you and your hubby!

      Reply
  40. Arman @ thebigmansworld says

    11/21/2014 at 5:17 PM

    Ohhh barleans- I think I’ve tried their green blend but not their MCT oil- Thanks for breaking it down- Confession- I’ve got a rocky road recipe to post using coconut oil but I’m keen to try it with these!

    Reply
    • LCCotter says

      11/22/2014 at 1:33 PM

      rocky road is my fav! how did you know?

      Reply
  41. Jess says

    11/21/2014 at 3:47 PM

    Thank you for explaining this in such an easy way! I just had my 1st bulletproof coffee yesterday and I have to say, I might be hooked. I felt amazing and it tasted great!

    Reply
  42. Lisa @ RunWiki says

    11/21/2014 at 2:48 PM

    I love Barlean’s! It is the only way I can get supplements into my kids– they taste so great! You have created some delicious recipes lady!

    Reply
    • LCCotter says

      11/22/2014 at 1:34 PM

      i know! they rock! kid friendly is the best kind!

      Reply
  43. Sarah says

    11/21/2014 at 12:50 PM

    I loved the salmon, can’t wait to try that salad! It is so close to one I already make but never thought to make a dressing with coconut oil for it!

    Reply
  44. Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

    11/21/2014 at 11:37 AM

    I have yet to jump on the bulletproof coffee train, but I’m definitely intrigued! And I love the idea of adding some protein powder for a little extra energy boost. Gah! Why didn’t I read your post BEFORE drinking my coffee this morning? 😛

    Reply
    • LCCotter says

      11/22/2014 at 1:39 PM

      maybe it will be good in tea? afternoon pick me up?

      Reply
  45. Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries says

    11/21/2014 at 11:30 AM

    You’re a wealth of knowledge, my friend! Thanks for sharing it with us. This stuff sounds awesome!

    Reply
    • LCCotter says

      11/22/2014 at 1:37 PM

      i think you’d love it! wonder if hunter would eat it in his yogurt?

      Reply
  46. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

    11/21/2014 at 10:53 AM

    Okay, I did not really know what MCT oil was, haha! I just always ignored ever finding out!

    Reply
  47. Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious says

    11/21/2014 at 10:45 AM

    Coconut bark sounds delicious! I’m not a huge fan of coconut, but it’s been something that’s slowly grown on me.

    Reply
  48. Lauren says

    11/21/2014 at 10:44 AM

    I’ve used MCT oil in my coffee every once in a while. A lower calorie version of bulletproof blended in my Ninja makes it easy to whip up. I need to try those MCT oil swirls though!

    Reply
  49. Elle says

    11/21/2014 at 10:13 AM

    I have been reading a lot about it with regard to some digestive issues I may be having! I haven’t tried it yet though. I do use coconut oil though.

    Reply
  50. Shashi @ RunninSrilankan says

    11/21/2014 at 10:08 AM

    To be honest – this is my first time hearing about MCT oil – now I need to keep my eyes open or it – because THAT bark – THAT bark I NEED in my life!

    Reply
  51. Chris says

    11/21/2014 at 9:59 AM

    MCT oil is good to combat leaky gut! Nobody wants that. Of course, cutting gluten helps too, which you PROBABLY know. =)

    Reply
  52. Linda @ The Fitty says

    11/21/2014 at 9:39 AM

    I use MCT oil all the time! I’m keto-paleo–it’s an essential in my pantry and I often use it to make dressings.

    Reply
  53. misszippy says

    11/21/2014 at 9:32 AM

    Ok, feeling waaaay behind the times b/c MCT (or the abbreviation at least) is new to me! Thanks for the info and the recipes to go with it.

    Reply
  54. Colorado Gal says

    11/21/2014 at 8:22 AM

    Love that you wrote about MCT oil! I’ve been drinking it in my coffee for a year now and I love it. Downside– it’s hard to find at the stores! I have to order it online every time I run out 🙂

    Reply
  55. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says

    11/21/2014 at 7:59 AM

    I LOVE MCT!!! I put in in everything. Or everything I cook for breakfast. You can stir it into oats and never know the difference!

    Reply
  56. lisa diaz says

    11/21/2014 at 7:55 AM

    Wow, I had no idea of this oil or any of this information. Thank you so much for sharing. I have shared your post on my social media pages! Lots of love from your fellow TXWB, Lisa

    Reply
  57. Annmarie Licatese says

    11/21/2014 at 7:49 AM

    I am embarrassed to say that I didn’t really know what MCT oil was until reading your post. Know that I am more informed I will definitely be purchasing some and certainly making bulletproof coffee with it- yum!

    Reply
  58. Brittany @ Delights and Delectables says

    11/21/2014 at 7:38 AM

    Love this! I so need to order some!

    Reply
  59. Lisa @ Running Out Of Wine says

    11/21/2014 at 7:30 AM

    I actually just used it on salmon for the first time last week and its a great change from olive oil! I really want to make that coconut bark, too!

    Reply
  60. Angela @ Eat Spin Run Repeat says

    11/21/2014 at 7:29 AM

    I have heard soooooo much about MCT oil (especially amongst the triathlete and biohacking communities!) but have yet to try it for myself. It’s definitely on my list of things to experiment with during next year’s training and racing!

    Reply
    • LCCotter says

      11/21/2014 at 7:42 AM

      let me guess.. Ben greenfield? hehe

      Reply
  61. Jennifer FIsher says

    11/21/2014 at 7:27 AM

    You are SO in the know . . . seriously

    Reply
  62. Tara Newman says

    11/21/2014 at 7:03 AM

    John has been using it since he saw James’ post. I will have to ask him what he thinks. I go on kicks with the bullet proof coffee. I haven’t made it in a while. Will have to get on that.

    Reply
  63. Amanda - RunToThefinish says

    11/21/2014 at 6:43 AM

    I am really good about nuts and avocados for fat, but I rarely use others. I need to get better about adding this in!

    Reply
  64. Tina Muir says

    11/21/2014 at 6:37 AM

    I did not even know that existed until I just read your article! But that is good to know, as I am sure I will hear more about it, especially as you were talking about kombucha about 379 years before I knew what that was 😛 Thanks for the info, will take a look for it!

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  65. Maryea {happy healthy mama} says

    11/21/2014 at 6:18 AM

    Hmm interesting stuff. I knew coconut oil had medium chain fatty acids, but didn’t know you could specifically buy MCT oil.

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  66. Michele @ paleorunningmomma says

    11/21/2014 at 6:07 AM

    I need that coconut bark! I know people have used MCT oil for homemade mayo too, and you know how I love mayo! Great post and hopefully will educate a lot of people on these great benefits of FAT!

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    • David says

      12/01/2017 at 12:12 PM

      Is there anyway you can share that recipe with me?

      Reply
      • Cotter Crunch says

        12/01/2017 at 12:39 PM

        Sure! Which one?

        Reply
  67. jill conyers says

    11/21/2014 at 5:36 AM

    Love learning from you! I want the salad for lunch.

    Have a wonderful Friday Lindsay 🙂

    Reply
    • LCCotter says

      11/22/2014 at 8:57 AM

      come over, we will lunch! bring the pie crust! haha

      Reply

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