MCT oil powders are extracted from coconut oil or palm oil. MCT are mixtures of saturated triglycerides, and the main ingredients are C8H16O2 and C10H20O2. Seawit MCT microcapsules are obtained from medium-chain triglycerides after emulsion embedding and spray drying. They have higher oil capacity and lower surface oil combined with agglomeration granulation and secondary embedding, and the products are more stable. The characters have excellent smell and taste, good liquidity and dispersion, and the particles are even and moderate with good stability.
Advantages of MCT Powder
Potential weight loss and metabolism
Some studies show that your body can metabolise the fat quickly; much more quickly than olive oil. Its been suggested that it may boost your metabolism as it does it. In fact, for some people, they can digest MCTs in a way they cannot digest the longer chains, meaning they get the nutritional benefits they wouldn't otherwise.
Ketosis
Your body can convert MCTs into ketones. MCT can help you stay in ketosis (the fat burning state) of a ketogenic diet. A keto diet is becoming a popular and workable regime favoured by many to manage your weight.
Cognitive function
At the moment, the effects last for just a few weeks, but it gives a small hope that MCT could be used to improve the cognitive function of those with Alzheimer's disease, or other forms of dementia, where its been suggested that the brain struggles to process sugar as a form of energy.
Athletic function
When exercising, lactate-levels rise, which can hinder an athlete's performance. MCTs can reduce lactate build-up and supposedly make exercise ‘easier'. What's more, taking MCT powder before exercise may help your body turn to fat for an energy source.
Why Choose Us
Honor and patents
Seawit had undertaken over 10 items related to national level, provincial level, and Qingdao city level, applied more than 30 items of patents, participated, and appointed 10 items of national and industrial standards. The company had gained many items of system certification related to food production licenses (containing 71 products), HACCP, FSC22000, ISO9000, export food record, FDA, BRC, and Kosher.
Advanced production technology
It is to cooperate with the world's top equipment manufacturing company, GEA-NIRO, and engineering enterprises to develop advanced production technology devices such as functional lipid purification, microencapsulation embedding, and human milk replacement.
Quality Control
Use advanced production technology in terms of submicron-scale emulsification and embedding, low-temperature spray drying and secondary spray embedding, and precision moderate processing to control product quality.
Our service
Seawit will continue to insist on being customer-oriented and creating the best value for customers. We will continue to develop the industry in terms of dairy, health care, and sports nutrition and aspire to be the best supplier of nutritional per-mix and mixed ingredients.
Special Precautions
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When taken by mouth
MCTs are likely safe. They can cause stomach upset, including diarrhea and vomiting, especially at higher doses.
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When applied to the skin
There isn't enough reliable information to know if MCTs are safe or what the side effects might be. Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if MCTs are safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
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Diabetes
MCTs can cause certain chemicals called ketones to build up in the body. This can be a problem for people with diabetes. Avoid using MCTs if you have diabetes.
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Liver problems
Because MCTs are processed by the liver, they can cause serious problems in people with liver disease. Do not use MCTs if you have liver problems.
What Could MCT Powder Help
Seizures: Studies show that a high-fat ketogenic diet eases seizures. It can help some children with epilepsy who don't react to drug treatment. A keto diet that uses MCT instead of LCT may be easier for kids to stick to if they have trouble with the high amounts of fat.
Diabetes: If you have type 1 diabetes, fatty acids made by MCT may help you think better when you have very low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). It may trim body fat and improve insulin resistance for folks with type 2 diabetes, but we need more research to know for sure.
Autism: In one small study, adding MCT to a ketogenic gluten-free diet helped improve symptoms in children with autism. But more research needs to be done.
Neurological disorders: Some research shows MCT oil may help ease problems with thinking, memory, or judgement. If you have Alzheimer's disease, your brain may not use glucose well. Some experts think using ketones as an energy source instead may help your brain work better.
Heart disease: A keto diet with MCT oil can help you lose extra weight, which can reduce your risk of heart disease. MCT oil in your diet can also help lower LDL (the “bad”) cholesterol while also increasing your HDL (the “good”) cholesterol.
MCT Powder vs. Coconut Oil: What's the Difference
The main difference between coconut oil and MCT powder is that coconut oil is made up of roughly 65% MCTs whereas MCT powder is made up of 100% MCTs.
Other differences include:
Coconut oil is a natural fat extracted from the flesh of coconut, while MCT powder is a concentrated form of MCTs derived from coconut oil and other fats.
Coconut oil contains both medium-chain triglycerides and long-chain triglycerides, while MCT powder contains only medium-chain triglycerides.
Coconut oil is solid at room temperature, whereas MCT oil is not.
Coconut oil has a high percentage of lauric acid or C12, and MCT powder usually omits this acid altogether.
MCT powder is absorbed and metabolized by the body more rapidly than coconut oil, providing more immediate energy.
Low quality MCT powders often use starch or other fillers. As a result, they work counterproductive; they raise your blood sugar, negatively affect your energy levels, cause digestive problems, and block the production of ketones - which is probably why you use MCTs (and in powder form).
MCT oil itself does not contain fillers, but it can be a cheap MCT oil that is poorly manufactured. Low-quality MCTs are often produced at high temperatures and therefore damaged.
There are a number of criteria that a quality MCT powder supplement must meet. Include them in your search and don't just buy anything until you have checked off the following points.
High-quality MCTs
Are made from 100% coconut oil. Palm oil or a mixture of coconut oil and palm oil are no-go's
Contain only caprylic acid (C8) and capric acid (C10)
Are carefully processed at low temperature to preserve the nutritional value and enzymatic properties of the oils
Are formulated without corn fiber or maltodextrin-based carriers, and use natural, fiber-based carriers (acacia fiber) instead
Do not contain emulsifiers, preservatives, thickeners, coloring agents or additives
Use healthy ingredients for added flavor (like: coconut powder)
Besides natural ingredients to add flavor, only two ingredients should be listed on the label: medium-chain triglycerides and a carrier (preferably acacia fiber).
MCT Oil VS. MCT Powder
While MCT oils and MCT powders both offer the same benefits, there are pros and cons to every type of MCT supplement.
Disaster pants
An overconsumption of MCT oil can lead to high distress, but also to nausea and stomach complaints. An MCT powder is easier to tolerate and therefore recommended for people who have previously experimented with the oil form and experienced discomfort.
Ease
A (glass) bottle of MCT oil can still leak - and is heavy - and therefore less easy to export. Has made 15ml travel packs before, but a jar of MCT powder is more durable and just as easy to take with you on a trip or to the office.
Texture and blending
Adding MCTs to coffee or other beverages is a great way to boost fat intake and satisfy hunger. But, MCT oil mixes poorly and gives a greasy result. The powder forms blend much easier and gives a creamy texture as a final result.
Science
Studies on MCT powders and their effects are still scarce because this is a relatively new product on the market. However, a 2017 study showed that an emulsified MCT powder supplement is more ketogenic and has fewer side effects than conventional MCT oil.
C6: Capronic acid (not found much in coconut oil): is converted to ketones very quickly, but is poorly tolerated by the intestines. C6 is found in poorly purified MCT oils and is likely to cause problems when ingested. C6 does not seem to taste good, which alone is a good reason to avoid it.
C8: Octanoic Acid: Well tolerated by the intestines and is quickly converted to ketones. About 6% of coconut oil is C8. It has no flavor itself, but can enhance other flavors.
C10: Decanoic Acid: Is tolerated after a period of habituation, so don't run out of steam (think: an acute toilet visit)! Is less likely to be converted to ketones than C8, but still pretty good. About 9% of coconut oil is C10. Like C8, has no flavor of its own, but may act as a flavor enhancer.
C12: Lauric Acid: C12 has a "medium" length, but does not behave like an MCT in the body. Converts to ketones about as fast as longer non-MCT fats (not very fast, that is). C12 has other benefits, such as anti-microbial properties. C12 just doesn't help make ketones very much. About 50% of coconut oil is made up of lauric acid.
Product Specification
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Est Name |
Specification |
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Appearance |
Homogeneous dry powder with good fluidity, no conglutination, no caking or deliquescence |
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Color |
White or light yellow |
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Odor |
Light milk flavor, no smell of rancidity, moldiness, decay or mildew etc. |
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Solubility |
Good dispersibility and solubility, solution is homogenous milky white |
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Impurity |
No visible charring matter or foreign impurities |
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Granularity (screening) |
100% thru 20 mesh, Min 90% thru 40 Mesh |
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C8+C10 (in total fatty acid content) |
90% Min |
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Total fat content |
66-72% |
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C6 (in total fatt acid content) |
1.8% Max |
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C8 (in total fatt acid content) |
60-70% |
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C10 (in total fatt acid content) |
30-40% |
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C12 (in total fatt acid content) |
1.8% Max |
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Protein |
4-12% |
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Peroxide value (mmol/kg) |
5.0 Max |
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Loss on drying (moisture) |
3.0% Max |
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Ash |
3.0% Max |
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Lead |
0.1 mg/kg Max |
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Total arsenic |
0.1 mg/kg Max |
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Aerobic bacterial count |
1000CFU/g Max |
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Coliforms |
10CFU/g Max |
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Moulds |
20CFU/g Max |
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Yeasts |
20 CFU/g Max |
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Salmonellas |
Not detected in 25g |
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S. Aureus |
Not detected in 25g |
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Total mercury |
0.1 mg/kg Max |
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Cadmium |
1.0 mg/kg Max |
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Aflatoxin B1 |
5 ug/kg Max |
Add to a Protein Shake
The good news is that you can easily add the powder to any cold drink, including protein shakes. The powder is unflavored, meaning that you won't even notice it if you mix it with other ingredients. Plus, a quality powder will mix readily – you won't have to emulsify or blend it.
As for the preparation, there's really no limit to it. You can add it to any protein shake. This is excellent for those who wish to live a healthy lifestyle, especially the active variety.
If you work out regularly, for example, powdered MCT should become a part of your routine. MCTs fuel your body and brain, serving as an instant energy source. Your workouts will be more effortless and more enjoyable at the same time, complete with an increase in stamina.
Since you're pairing the powder with healthy sources of protein, you can maximize the effects of your workouts. These include muscle-building and toning, among other body goals.
Mix into Fat Bombs
If you're following a ketogenic diet, you already know the importance of healthy fats. You also know to stay away from sweets and sugary stuff.
Luckily, there are recipes that can satisfy your sweet tooth without kicking you out of ketosis. Plus, adding MCT powder to the mix can also give you lots of healthy fats.
Here's a recipe for fat bombs that make for an excellent choice.
Ingredients
For the crust
Raw hazelnuts – ¾ cup
Raw almonds – ½ cup
Shredded unsweetened coconut – ½ cup
Dates – 6, pitted
Coconut oil – 1 tbsp + 1 tsp
Raw cacao powder – 3 tbsp (optional)
Sea salt – ¼ tsp
For the coconut filling
Coconut butter – 1/3 cup
MCT oil – ½ tbsp
Preparation
Put all the crust ingredients in a blender/food processor. Blend until the ingredients come together and the mixture is sticky.
Spoon the mixture on a silicone tray (so that you can pop them easier later) and press down with your fingers or the back side of a spoon.
In a double broiler, melt the coconut butter on low heat. Remove the butter and place it in a bowl.
Add the powdered MCT and other flavors/herbs/spices for color.
Pour into the mold carefully and then put the mixture in the freezer for about 30-45 minutes, or until it gets hard.
Remove the fat bombs from the tray and put them in a container in the freezer or fridge.
And there you have it! In a few easy steps, you can have multiple servings of delicious fat bombs that are great at eliminating sugar cravings and keeping you healthy.
Combine with a Digestion-Boosting Smoothie
A healthy digestive system is vital to overall health. It must absorb all the right nutrients that you get from foods and get rid of everything that doesn't serve your body. The good news is that just one smoothie per day can do wonders for your digestive health. Add to it a high-grade MCT oil powder and you get a drink that can supercharge your health.
As you can imagine, there are countless smoothie recipes for this. Here's a super-healthy option for your perusal.
Ingredients:
Fresh spinach – 1 cup
Fresh cilantro – 2 tbsp
Fresh ginger – 2 tsp, chopped
Filtered water – ½ cup
Cucumber – 1 cup, diced, peeled if desired
Green apple – 1 medium, cored, peeled if desired
Fresh lemon juice – 1 tbsp
MCT oil powder – 1-3 tsp
Preparation
Put the spinach, water, cilantro, and ginger into the blender jar.
Blend until smooth and there are no leafy chunks.
Add the cucumber, lemon juice, apple, and MCT oil powder to the blender.
Blend again until smooth.
Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for no more than one day.
From the ingredients alone you know that there are lots of healthy nutrients in this smoothie. It will keep you energized and healthy, and your metabolism at a healthy level.
Add to Oatmeal
Oatmeal is a favorite breakfast all over the United States. It can kick-start your metabolism and supply your body with dietary fiber. Plus, it can work wonders for your overall health, if you're judicious with the added ingredients.
A great example of the added ingredients is powdered MCT oil. Let's find out how to prepare this tasty and nutritious breakfast.
Ingredients
Old-fashioned oatmeal – ½ cup, uncooked
Unsweetened almond milk – ½ cup
Chia seeds – 2 tbsp
MCT oil powder – 1 tbsp
Banana – 1 whole
Coconut oil – ½ tbsp
Cinnamon – ½ tsp
Preparation
Add the oatmeal, MCT oil powder, chia seeds, and milk in a mason jar and stir well
Cover and place in the fridge to settle overnight
When eating, caramelize the banana by heating the coconut oil and banana slices in a small skillet.
Sprinkle cinnamon on top and then sauté for 3 minutes or until crispy and cooked
Add to the oatmeal and serve.
This oatmeal will help you to properly start your day. You'll feel full and energized without consuming a lot of calories. Plus, your body gets the needed nutrients for supporting your lifestyle.
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