What MCT Oil Does When NOT in Ketosis - New Brain Study

[@ThomasDeLauerOfficial]

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[@DruidianKA11]

Is keto safe if you’ve had your gallbladder removed?

[@cherylh4688]

Thank you, Thomas, for all you do to help us out. Is there a brand of MCT oil that you recommend or prefer? I was taking a brand occasionally until it was gone, then couldn't find it again so bought a different brand and it made me feel sick! I assumed it was an allergic reaction, so gave it to a friend, who had no problem w it. So now I am wanting to try another brand and would really appreciate a recommendation, if you have one. I won't hold it against you (or anyone) if I react badly to it, lol, but thanks to a commenter here (thank you!), I now know to take it slow - a tsp to start - and build up to a Tbsp, so I'm optimistic.

[@sayusayme7729]

Thank you

[@chriskefalas844]

Thanks a lot . You are golden. Keep up the good work.

[@markmmm667]

What MCT oil do you recommend? My doctor suggested it to me a month ago and I got frustrated trying to figure out which type or brand I should buy. Palm or Coconut? C8, C10 or C12? What company is trustworthy?

[@karabean]

I'm not on keto, but I have been putting MCT in my green tea for about a month now (and then today I saw this video - haha). I am definitely having an easier time expressing my thoughts and remembering things I would have otherwise forgot. No more walking into a room wondering what I went in there for! This is a great relief since my family has a history of Alzheimer's and I'll be 50 this year, so I felt it was creeping up on me. I will definitely continue with my MCT green tea!

[@hanginlaundry360]

Wow, that's super!

[@Kyarrix]

Is there a reason you put the MCT oil in tea rather than coffee?

[@JadeManatee]

Did you notice any weight changes?

[@gummybear41283]

you should do 72 hour fasts, it helps the brain a lot

[@greendsnow]

vitamin B?

[@njsongwriter]

My father had Alzheimer's and got to the point that he didn't recognize Mom anymore. We started giving him coconut oil three times a day. He improved to the point where he recognized Mom for the rest of his life (about another year). He ate the standard American diet and never was keto.

[@daughterofthemosthigh7777]

Hopefully this research will extend to Alzheimer's and somehow make peoples life better. Lost my mom to the wretched disease.

[@stochasticxyz]

that's amazing! my mother's starting to show early signs of alzheimers and its terrifying but stories like this make us feel a bit better :)

[@mommy2kitty]

I know that meant a lot to him, your Mom and all of your family. Would you mind sharing the brand of coconut oil you used please? I would like to try some for my Mom.And me.Thanks.

[@allegorx58]

nonsense

[@map8126]

The naturopathic community calls Alzheimer’s the diabetes of the brain.

[@seanjohal7]

Back in 2018, to get through some serious work hours, I was mixing MCT with tea by chance. No one else was functioning like me. I didn't understand why, now I do. I was bloody tired and overworked, but mct tea maybe saved me getting through. The energy boost is better then any drug in my life. Going back to it. Take care of your brains. #40andfabulous

[@yvonnehowarth1653]

Which mct oil were you using and where from? ;)

[@irimiar]

Excellent idea! Thanks. I don't like coffee and I will put in my morning tea MCT oil.

[@Mattthemerciful]

Green tea?

[@mdw7389]

I have/had epilepsy. I started mct oil in particular C8 and randomly had a eeg when my girlfriend went to the hospital and I came back showing no abnormalities.. amazing! I am now in the process on weening off my meds and am jumping full mode into keto diet and mct oil! :)

[@dr.nug7103]

How is it going now?

[@renofederighi8774]

Amen

[@kedabro1957]

What is C8 ?

[@WestSide1933]

@@kedabro1957 C8 is the most effective Medium Chain Triglyceride in MCT OIL look up Dr. Gundry MCT WELLNESS I personally like his Product but his page has a lot of informative information on MCT OIL & The Benefits to help you in making the best decision for yourself 😇

[@janetfisher5992]

I always use the C8 in my coffee at 80. Mother and 3 siblings died from Alzheimer's see fighting the good fight to keep clear. MCT 8 best. Am counting on it, low carbs and swimming 5 hours a week.

[@4406bbldb]

Ive been low carb for alittle over 2 years with all the benefits. Anyhow i find a dose of MCT makes my Vacuum cleaner run around the house, seriously it removes my "don't care" or not now thoughts. Love feeling better at 74 than I did at 71 :-) cool right?

[@hanginlaundry360]

Super! Good news!

[@Kyarrix]

Very very cool! Which MCT oil do you use and what do you put it in? You said when you take a dose of it, do you take it on its own cod liver oil style or put it in coffee or tea?

[@dana102083]

@@Kyarrix best tp not put in super hot things but can do either..start low as it can make gi go loose due to absorption is different. C8 is best.

[@spiritualru2364]

Super cool 😎

[@BBones-w3y]

You are not just another guy on the internet or just another doctor who have been giving bad advice for decades. You are a champ who constantly figures things out! You rock man

[@annmariering6606]

My 84 year old non-Keto mother was diagnosed with Dementia about 6 years ago. For the past 6 years I’ve given her MCT OIL and Collagen every day and her cognitive function is awesome, she has really good recall, and her brain seems much quicker than other 84 year old brains, and quite a few 60+ brains too!

[@johnhaun4575]

Please share the brand of MCT oil and the brand of Collagen. I have a family member that really needs help. Thank you.

[@annmariering6606]

@@johnhaun4575 I have no specific brand of either, I just get whatever’s available at the time! For the MCT Oil make sure it’s a C8 or C8/C10 blend - C8/C10/C12 is too rough on the tummy! For Collagen I just make sure it has all the collagen types, Types i, ii, iii, iv, and v - this helps the body as well as the brain! If you can get your family member to do some different types of puzzles, that should help too!

[@stevej.6674]

@@johnhaun4575so you feel the brand is more important than the dosage, which she failed to mention?

[@dominusstyx]

@@stevej.6674 You're so right. Any MCT organic coconut oil that has C8-C10 acid, is good. I get mine, Collagen and MCT from Costco online. Now, it's the dosage that gets a bit tricky. How much, and how many times a day? He mentioned 15 grams, but is that one-shot or sporadic throughout the day? Any ideas? Okay, just read a post a bit farther down; "15 grams of MCT oil were given 2 x daily. 15 grams = 3.29 teaspoons or 11/6 tablespoons." Take care.

[@Mico77777]

Which brand of MCT oil is best for an elderly person who is starting to develop memory and cognitive problems?

[@arturogomez3387]

I'm not on a keto diet, but I did took MCT oil daily for a full month with coffee. The first week, my stomach didn't liked it. But on the second week, I noticed that I was mentally more alert, more focused, I was able to come with more ideas faster.

[@Kyarrix]

What do you mean when you say that your stomach didn't like it? Did you get a stomach ache? Or did you have some other kind of intolerance? I'm not looking for too much detail, I just want to get a sense of if it's very unpleasant or tolerable. I was thinking of getting some. Which one did you use? How did you pick it?

[@arturogomez3387]

@@KyarrixJust like an upset stomach, perfectly tolerable. On me, it lasted two days.

[@JadeManatee]

Did you have breakfast with your coffee? And did you lose any weight?

[@codester_d]

@@Kyarrix I've learned over the last few years that you have to ease your way into MCT oil. I've seen many people I know take way too much early on and it turned into a straight laxative. I'm sure if I took the same amount starting out as I do now, it would do the same to me. Just an observation.

[@joebenson528]

@@codester_d Guilty that first tablespoon was vicious. 2 years later i'm up to 3. 1tbsp in my coffee and 2tbsp in my protein shake.

[@sinusguy]

I have ADHD and am diabetic. I absolutely believe MCT oil helps the brain even when not in ketosis. It provides energy that is not dependent on insulin.

[@jackiemcabee5046]

How often and how much do you take?

[@brennanbourne]

Bingo! I have Autism and ADD and MCT oil helps my brain function clearly and optimally!

[@jond.6816]

Yupp, I notice when I supplement with it twice a day, I get that nice boost of energy to the brain and feel like im eating low carb even though I'm not. It's so good

[@Mattthemerciful]

Why does it help with ADHD?

[@brennanbourne]

@@Mattthemerciful MCT oil is helpful for brain function. It helps with attention, attention, and memory recall.

[@AXHEJAZ]

Thomas, your advices and information has positively benefited me 100 billion times more than a doctor has in the past 25 years. Just wanted to share that. Therefore, thank YOU! Also, never ever stop making KZbin videos and sharing your advices, you have changed so many lives as far as I'm concerned you are a humanitarian.

[@edwardcdg]

MCTs and their beneficial effect on Alzheimer's was first discovered by researcher Dr. Mary Newport (she has videos on KZbin) years ago when she desperately sought help for her husband who had Alzheimer's. It worked (though he died later of other causes), and we owe her publicity to the availability of MCTs today. In Alzheimer's, the brain has been starved for years. MCTs become ketones, which quickly pass the blood-brain barrier and feed the brain again. They do not undo damage, but cognition improves. I owe much to Dr. Newport. And by the way, lay off the Gibbs Free Energy references. In this video it comes off as technobabble and some of us actually know what it is. Otherwise, you are doing a great job--great references and good biochemistry, as far as I can see. Cheers

[@kimberlya9591]

I tried and failed at Keto. I hate it. BUT - I have been doing IF 16/8 and have lost almost 10 lbs and I can still eat my beloved baked potato or sourdough bread, or Mexican food if I want. I don't know about all the science with MCT OIL, but what I can tell you is this: I add it to my black coffee in the morning and even tho I feel hungry, after about an hour and a glass of water, I can literally go until 3 or 4pm before I eat. And I can walk the dog, do some housecleaning and go run errands and I feel great. I am NEVER in ketosis because I will usually have some kind of carb when I eat, but I would not be able to do much of anything if it weren't for the MCT oil. This I know for sure. There are many days when my 16/8 turns into OMAD because it just gets too late by the time I get hungry. Thanks Thomas for all your videos.

[@OatmealTheCrazy]

If you're IF, you're technically in ketosis, it's just very light

[@akshay12988]

This helpful info, as I myself can’t do Keto practically

[@cbpuzzle]

Just throw out any carbs in the pantry and fridge. By default you'll be in keto. It really is that easy, it's exactly what I did. Burn the bridge and there's no way back

[@Jen-zi1dy]

Do you count the coffee with MCT oil as the start of your eating window?

[@kimberlya9591]

Hi Jen, no I don’t. There’s no sugar or carbs. I drink 2 cups of coffee and I put about a teaspoon in each. If I don’t have the Bulletproof I’ll use butter or coconut milk (in the can, not coconut water) it doesn’t stave off the hunger as long as the bulletproof though. But I can at least get to noon. It takes a few days to let your body know, so if you’re hungry don’t think it’s not working. Give it a few days. Also, don’t use a lot right of way or you’ll be racing to the restroom. And I’m not referring to number 1. Lol!

[@Ziji1]

It's been used for premature infants in similar ways for decades. A NICU doctor spurred this research. The doctor's husband was diagnosed with Alzheimer's/dementia. She applied the MCT treatment supplementation to her husband's diet and he saw a massive improvement. There is clinical evidence that predates this paper by a lot. It's a good call out either way.

[@williamwasser7925]

Reads dozens of research papers, tries the stuff out himself and gives feedback. Good enough for me.

[@Chaz.hands.]

I’m not on a keto diet, but still have MCT oil, so this is great news all round!

[@Chaz.hands.]

@Dose of Logic Thanks, I might just do that!

[@Chaz.hands.]

@Dose of Logic your blue face & body is very mysterious! 😂

[@jaysean9589]

What's a good source of mct oil?

[@melvinpaculanang9638]

@@jaysean9589 I think extra virgin coconut oil

[@JadeManatee]

How do you use it?

[@KevinClein78]

Oh man, you really do know what topics would connect with your audience. This is exactly what I have been trying find out for quite some time but couldn’t find a good answer! Not in ketosis but I do take MCT oil. Thank you!

[@nbka8rs]

The fact that you caught the issue with skim milk in the first study speaks to your actual diligence. Really impressive, keep it up brodi! Average person reads the abstract and doesn't have biochem understanding.

[@blackfeathercrafts]

I’ve been dealing with long haul covid for the past year. I’m going to try this. I’m a nurse, and there are days I’m still fighting brain fog.

[@daleval2182]

Please add the magnesium L theanine, actually gets in our brain oils and Macca,Green Tea. You'll rock I was nearly done till I went low carb , IF, and MCT oil and as I mentioned above ,. 90/% change in the first 3 weeks. Boom

[@TonyGarrett-p1c]

How did/does it work for you, please?

[@blackfeathercrafts]

@@TonyGarrett-p1c I didn't get to trying. I forgot. It's been a long 2 years

[@MrOvp]

This may explain something that I stumbled upon. I suffer from ADD and am also Type 2 diabetic. In an effort to lose weight I have been doing Keto, but hit a plateau. In an effort to cut calories I switched from heavy cream in my coffee to cashew milk. I missed the creaminess of it so I added 1/2 a tablespoon of MCT oil. I've used MCT oil in the past but not with this consistency. This still kept my calorie count lower than if I used heavy cream in my coffee. After about a week, I noticed that I had become more focused and my mood had become elevated. I was wondering what was going on. I had not made the connection to this. Now that I watched I suspect that my new ability to focus and new found energy was indeed due to my consistent use of MCT oil. I will continue to monitor myself. Thank you.

[@ghazwan700]

Please results after awhile . My son ADD/DL .

[@venividivici4567]

@wnc817 homeopathy is quackery.

[@venividivici4567]

@wnc817 eating healthily is the way, how on earth can something diluted so many times work at all. My daughter in law thought homeopathy would work for her, but sadly she died anyway, she could have stood a chance if she'd had chemo, but refused it because she believed in homeopathy and intravenous vitamin C.

[@daleval2182]

ADD is linked to bad guy bacteria,study that, repair gut flora, then look into fecal transplant, sounds gross but the science is really backed, you can do it yourself, or many hospitals and clinics are using it now to improve lives

[@user-hk8gp7ui6s]

I wonder if MCT oil would help someone with Huntingtons disease?

[@elyeyi369]

Tom the keto god! I love how up to date you stay on the science! Cheers

[@davidgranderson5435]

that kitchen is awesome!!

[@irenenorrisrobling2766]

I love those kitchen colors

[@terryf299]

That was the first thing I noticed😊sweeet!

[@dwnundatrillian]

I think it’s a virtual background. True, I have been accused of being a pessimist, but I have a feeling that I have seen that same kitchen before on a totally unrelated YT channel.

[@GODSPEAKS898]

@@dwnundatrillian Yep, it’s a virtual kitchen backdrop. His kitchen is all white.

[@mikeandjackie]

There was a doctor researching this in coconut oil on her husband who had alzheimer back in 2011, it was reversing it. USA shut her down (low fat is best and coconut oil is bad) so she was reaching out to private supporters. I saw her on the Christian channel. That's where I first learned about all this.

[@diannegore4265]

Dr. MARY NEWPORT

[@helenhill4827]

Dr Newport

[@javiergarcia7807]

Another brilliant explanation. I corroborate my personal feeling in the days I am running paleo, I enjoy mental clarity, and yes I do have MCT and olive oil in each meal

[@riadal-saliman7423]

You’re an embodiment of prudence & your videos are highly appreciated.

[@tgo007]

Thank you for this. My father is in his 80's and he's definitely more forgetful and lost a step mentally. I'm gonna try and give him a tiny bit of mct in his drinks/food.

[@zebragiraffe1]

let us know how he does.

[@highhavingness]

When I started taking care of my mother in 2009, she had a some dementia going on. She had had a stroke in 2003. I started making her coffee with coconut oil and over a rather short time her dementia went away. Now I use either MCT or coconut oil in our coffee, shes 95 now and is sharp as a tack.

[@witchhunt5781]

What a wonderful son. I am always trying to insure I am not a burden on my family as I get older.

[@josec8053]

@tgo007 any updates on this?

[@Tristiam]

how is it?

[@mbustube1]

I followed an eating and exercise program in the mid-1990s called Lean Bodies, by Cliff Sheats. His diet was lean meat, low fat and complex carbs. Every week the calorie count was increased. A typical meal was a whole chicken breast, cup of brown rice, cup of some type of legume, and vegetables. Very bland, and not keto. A key part of the diet was slowly adding MCT oil. By week four it was three or four tablespoons a day. So, you were replacing your usual fats with MCT. By week two I was feeling almost euphoric. I've always had low energy, but this had me feeling like Superman. What made me stop was the escalating calorie count, five hundred each week. I got bore-assed with eating all that food, and my Army buddies started to really rib me about the coolers I was hauling to work each day. Still, I've never felt that good again. Doing very low carb and getting ready to slowly add MCT oil. If it made me feel that good, even with all those carbs, it might help me now.

[@lovingmyselfeelingu]

I tried the Ujido green tea and have been loving it since your recommended it in another video. Thank you! I swapped my coffee for the green tea now. No more jitters and anxiety from coffee.

[@jjlol7457]

What brand of tea do you use? I must have missed that video.😊

[@jjlol7457]

Never mind. I see it in the video.

[@cheddarpuff]

We sometimes mix MCT oil in babies' formula in the NICU and it also is given IV at times.

[@basabbiswas]

Totally agree with him. He is saying this in 2021 but people have been using coconut oil and green tea for over 1000s of years. Much longer before Rice, Corn and Wheat were farmed. Both are excellent whether or not you are on Keto.

[@de35tg]

Did keto for 6 months with IF. Still doing IF, and always drink MCT with coffee, green tea, cinnamon, cacau and ginger an hour after breaking the fast and it does wonders. Specially when im going for a run

[@ghazwan700]

Why caccau with ginger, what forms of ginger as powder. Does cacau has alot of colaris.

[@de35tg]

@@ghazwan700 i use cacau for the theobrimine, and antioxidants, it has a great mood booster effect, and it tastes amazing with coffee. Ginger i use in a powdered form!

[@de35tg]

@@ghazwan700 usually with cacau you're looking at 49 calories per 20gr. I use about 5gr

[@rwfan2u]

Jeez! Every day Thomas gets me thinking about adding something new to my already healthy diet! My wallet doesn't like him!

[@Yourfriendinendtimes]

Grocery Outlet is your friend!

[@AustinPheonix]

Man. My wallet has been destroyed

[@canaldeautoayuda6089]

I used to spend 100s on alcohol now I invest in my health. Worth every penny.

[@rwfan2u]

@@AustinPheonix All in the name of health!

[@denamerryman5709]

I know the feeling!

[@OzoneMe03]

I have experienced this. I used to forget so many words in my convos when I was doing 20 hour tastings. I then started on MCT around the AM OR lunch time and I literally was not hungry and I could recall the words I needed to use through out the day.

[@karenmarbach817]

I make my own cold brew, and add mct oil, matcha green tea powder, collagen peptides, and heavy whipping cream - mmmmm!

[@NormaLilia24]

Whenever I go off Keto (once a month or so) I go off for like two days and when I’m ready to get back on ketosis, I drink bulletproof coffee with MCT oil and fast for 20-24hrs, almost always I am back on ketosis within a day … works every time for me 💯

[@360nutrition9]

after checking all the videos about keto and MCT, BPC today ive finally tried your version of the BPC (i waiting for the coconut cream) but i do feel amazing! energy levels are over the top and i feel mentally clear and ready!

[@charlesroll8502]

Makes sense. I'm type 2. Keto definitely makes my brain work better. Think clearly and focus better.

[@terrifictomm]

Thanks to the health creators on KZbin I have been able to draw a link between all the physical and mental issues I've been having for the last few years (I'm 61) with the higher amounts of insulin I've been taking to keep my blood sugar low to protect myself, I thought, from the most prevalent (most obvious) string of "diabetic complications". Instead, what it appears I did, was introduce an entirely different set of complications. Those caused by too much insulin. Raise your hands if you're diabetic and DIDN'T KNOW too much insulin could be bad for you (besides weight gain)! When I got my A1c down to 5.5 my doctor criticized my hyper-focus on my daily blood sugar, suggesting peaks up to 170-190 aren't necessarily a problem. [What about when the peaks don't go down for hours?] This contradicted what my previous PC doctor had told me, citing possible damage to tiny blood vessels leading to complications (Diabetic retinopathy, for example) caused by just such regular daily sugar spikes. So who do I believe (trust)? I decided to err on the side of diligence. To continue to try to regulate my daily blood sugars. By continuing to use insulin aggressively and not entirely by diet (some diet. Much lower carbs but not "fanatically" low carb.) Turns out that may have been a mistake. I'm attempting to correct this mistake by long-term fasting. Because when I fast I don't need insulin (also when I don't eat carbs!). The only question now is, is it too late? I don't think so but we'll see!

[@fryloc359]

It's been eight months, hows it going so far?

[@terrifictomm]

@@fryloc359 Too much to answer right now. It got more complicated after being diagnosed with prostate cancer. That I’ve pretty effectively handled with megadosing with vitamin D3. I’ve gone about 99% carnivore for a few weeks now. Stopped taking my insulin unless my blood sugar gets over 170. That’s actually my fasting level these days with almost zero carbs. But I have finally started losing weight again. For some reason, after my cancer diagnosis I couldn’t far more than three days. Literally, my body wouldn’t let me. So I do something more akin to 16/8. Gotta run. Check back if you have any questions. Happy to share any insights.

[@tbirdpimp07]

I drink it every day I have memory problems and trouble thinking strait it's one of the few things that helps I don't need much just a little in my morning drink

[@MaximilianonMars]

Listen to the presentation by Dr Chris Knobbe on 'Low Carb Down Under' KZbin channel. He hypothesises that seed oils/vegetable oils are the driving cause of metabolic disease. Listen to his evidence and other presentations there like it, be convinced and throw out your seed oils and consume healthy, natural fats such as olive oil, coconut oil, palm oil, butter, lard, beef tallow. More importantly: As it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one: For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; Romans:3:10,23 King James Version Everyone is a sinner, one sin is enough to send you to hell, however God loves us and provides a way to Heaven, through Jesus Christ. The Lord Jesus Christ paid the full price for your sin past, present and future. He offers the free gift of eternal life to anyone who puts their trust in him to save them, not in their own good deeds which can NEVER save them. I have a clear gospel presentation on my channel by a trustworthy pastor. Watch it, understand the gospel and believe it. Get saved today, it lasts for eternity. These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God. 1 John:5:13 King James Version

[@AA-us6nh]

nice sales pitch video for you matcha tea. good work!

[@maxim0697]

Thank you for blessing us everyday with new ideas Thomas!

[@KattyWamp]

YES! My husband has cognitive issues due to Parkinsons and takes a tablespoon of MCT oil twice a day. It helps SO much! Makes him act more like himself, think more clearly and generally feel better. He would be a zombie without it.

[@johnmarshal4647]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6S8dJ-Mht6Agq8 good information on Parkinson that may help.

[@gregl2249]

Which brand ?

[@gracebe235]

@KattyWamp…..Not only what brand, but is it liquid or powdered? Is it plain MCT oil, or is it C8 MCT, etc.?

[@rebeccabriggs2982]

Parkinsons is linked to overgrowth of desulpofibrio in the gut (a bacteria)

[@johnmudd7882]

Interesting that a study of Alzheimer's found that ketosis had a positive effect. Alzheimer's has been called "type 3 diabetes" by some doctors and researchers.

[@wren13]

Also 7 out of 10 people with Alzheimer’s has Lyme disease. But that is interesting it’s called type 3 diabetes also.

[@TalkingGIJoe]

exactly... that is the keto benefit connection no doctor wants to talk about... now we are seeing proof.

[@dana102083]

@@wren13 99.9% of people have Epstein barr too. I think metabolism has the most connection from the 8 reasons identified.. Don't quote me but dr dale bredesen has great videos on it. I got bit by a tick in 4 places recently and on antibiotics for it..i already have EDS which it mimics so not happy about it either! I do keto and had great affects with coconut oil daily.

[@maryrosales5599]

Start out slow with MCT oil. Can really upset the stomach. I started with 1 tsp. a day for a week and gradually increased to 1 Tablespoon over a few weeks.

[@ghazwan700]

Thank you ,it was good tip for me

[@helenahandkart1857]

Yes, same here.

[@Scott_C]

What about twice daily? How much do you imagine would be needed for that?

[@helenahandkart1857]

@@Scott_C , start with 1tsp per dose, regardless.

[@coryCuc]

@@Scott_C I started out with a tablespoon in the morning and a tablespoon in the evening with no side effects. Feels great.

[@jenmoskaluk1104]

Love all the great info Thomas! Learning every day! Wish Ujido would ship to Canada.

[@janetb2217]

I recently started taking 1T mct oil as a pre-workout (I am no longer keto) and I can say I have less brain fog & more energy.

[@DesertEdgeLegal]

Not on a keto diet but I definitely have noticed a difference in the way I feel with mct oil in my BP coffee.

[@hollywaddell6727]

I have been adding some regular coconut (cooking) oil and a shot of cinnamon to my coffee off and on for a couple years. I just ground my first Bulletproof coffee beans this week as well as a jar of ghee and MCT oil powder. I'm in it to win it. Not sure what my opinion of the MCT oil powder is yet; I may switch to liquid MCT oils.

[@CarbageMan]

I believe I read that MCT oil can help people with central nervous system issues (such as senility and Alzheimers) even if they're not eating keto. Maybe it was exogenous ketones.

[@jlellison8861]

Even when I wasn't on keto I used MCT oil. I believe that's what keeps my triglycerides so low Even though my cholesterol is a bit high

[@ChasTerran]

Wow I'm so happy to hear that..I'm praying it will work for me too

[@monnoo8221]

total cholesterol does not tell you anything. check out the channel "low carb down under paul mason" and in the video "Blood tests on a ketogenic diet" = /watch?v=DXKJaQeteE0&t=1227s around @20:00 he shows the chart that proves that the ratio of triglycs/HDL is a measurement that reflects metabolic health

[@TheLegenDacster]

How amazing. I'm going to try this right now for the very first time, inexpensive coffee upsets my empty stomach. Best wishes to everyone.

[@AlphaDeltaRomeo]

MCT before bedtime. Wicked vivid dreams at night!!! Helped me to get into a higher brain wave and a meditated state while sleeping.

[@engell3707]

Really? How so? How do you take it before nighttime for vivid dreams? It means that it induces REM sleep maybe

[@mariyadeshmukh4790]

I too get wicked vivid dreams!

[@themicmac88]

Love your video’s! Watch them everyday. I’m learning so much from you.

[@lynnm1905]

I like the idea! I drink matcha tea every morning. I will try putting some MCT in it. Thanks for the tip!

[@cynnakirkland9272]

Thanks Thomas for sharing your knowledge.

[@sheikmunjah2241]

Thank you. Dr. Berg also expounded the benefits of MCT oil about a year ago. I have been taking it in the morning and and in the evening when I fast. I also keeps carbs to a minimum. I have more energy. I also try to stay present and breath deeply into my belly evenly and with control. MCT oil helps me sleep without waking up and perhaps also helps with making my skin look healthier - but that could be because I am sleeping better.

[@Jenny-Avalon]

.....DR BERG....!?!?!?!?......

[@harveybrown1320]

You just gave me what I have been looking for, thanks a million times over!!!!

[@gabrieladevega8870]

What I've Learned talked about this topic in one of his videos with Amy Berger, related to Alzheimer. They refered to one case of a man who suffered from this disease and improved his cognition by eating oats with coconut oil every morning. The brain is not using glucose properly, but by having access to another fuel (ketones), even having carbs in the diet, it can do so much better. But in a healthy brain, would it do the same?

[@jameskelly6479]

It can help you get going like coffee and energy but it can't cure something thats not broke. But it is good for the body as well. It can help to kill your appetite and give you energy to keep going like I already said. I use it to loose weight too. There is a lot of lies out there about coconut oil because big pharma doesn't want people to know about it. There is billions being made keeping people in the dark.

[@Gloria_Chav]

This is great! Thank you for the info. I’ve been wondering if I can sneak some mct oil into my boyfriend’s meals but doesn’t drink coffee so green tea is doable 😅. He has an overactive mind and I’ve been doing mct with fasting and my forgetful mind and also sometimes busy mind have improved so, so much since I started follow the keto/fasting routine about a month ago. I haven’t been super consistent and so I haven’t gone into ketosis but on the days I have keto coffee I have such an improved sense of clarity and focus. I now have it on fasted days, after my first meal and I look forward to it since I just started my own company. It keeps me focused, productive and calm. 🙌🏽

[@sandib9152]

Oh my I got to rush out and find mct oil. Just wonder if you can take 2 many natural supplements.. I may already be taking to much. I'm on keto diet but mct oil here I come.. thanks and have great day

[@slick_will2910]

MCT isn't really a supplement. It's more of a food compared to something like ashwaghana, l-theanine, or holy basil.

[@markwhatley9955]

I have been taking MCT c8 oil in my coffee for well over a year. I’ve definitely noticed improvement in cognition and memory. I’m 67 and have been doing Keto with a 60 pound weight loss.

[@cjonespdx]

Does MCT powder count? Should I only use the oil?

[@debbiekotch6006]

I like your ideas Thomas. A fresh perspective on how to take care of our bodies.

[@sPi711]

Several years ago, before I was aware of anything ketogenic, my attention was drawn to a link, a therapeutic link between coconut oil and brain function, especially with respect to Alzheimer's and other degenerative brain issues. At the time, it almost sounded like some new age fad; but I tend to pay attention and now I'm learning more about it. It seems that the science is catching up to the "folk wisdom". I am not in the least bit surprised. I use "keto elevate" C8 MCT oil powder, a product manufactured by BioTrust in my coffee and my experiences that it really is fuel for the brain and body. I can go out for my morning bike ride, really push, and last until breakfast about an hour after the ride or my session in the gym directly after biking. The named product is just what I use, it's not a plug, nor do I claim it's better than any other.

[@renemccormick6137]

Can I add MCT, splash of milk, and Stevie to my tea? I've been drinking green tea since I was 5. 62 now

[@robertrowan9893]

As I make my coffee with green tea, peppermint and rooiboss that's pre- prepared in a thermos, I'm likely into a winner there. So when I add the MCT thereafter, compound benefits. And just think, someone told me that my thermos method is just SO wrong. Little do these people know!

[@mikel4879]

Very good explanation, Thomas !

[@TheShumoby]

I love this matcha (theanine+caffeine=calm energy) & MCT (brain fuel) combo idea! 🤗

[@donnamiller3355]

I'm not doing keto yet. I'm a 54 year old female and about 60 overweight. Is 1 tsp in coffee or tea enough to help?? I'm nervous to use more because of my weight issue.

[@miabeia3117]

Would it work well if you use Rooibos tea instead of green tea since caffeine isn’t good for me? Thanks so much!

[@miabeia3117]

@Minty Borro I hope we do! I just bought some MCT oil and put it in my tea!😬😆

[@777tiberius]

Hi there, how much Matcha powder and mct would you take for an effective drink please? Thank you! 😊

[@user-lr4dj8fs6e]

Ok. That's it...I'm adding MCT oil back to my lifestyle. About 6 or so months ago I was KILLIN it on IF. I do a 10 day fast at the blink of an eye. I had lost over 80 lbs and fully" all in". Today I have gained back 20 lbs and seem unable to Fast a for a few hours, let alone 10 days. But you know what? After watching this it had become clear...I stopped my MCT ( coffee and green tea) and NEVER added it back. 😲 OMG, I don't know if this will get me back on track...but it's worth shot.😊

[@STBRetired1]

Sounds like you crash dieted by eliminating all fats and sugars from your diet. That WOULD give you cravings and cause you to overindulge and gain back the weight. You could try a tea or table spoon full of olive oil to let your body know that it has some fats to work with and it doesn't need to be sending craving signals to your brain.

[@ava.artemis]

… sounds like you might have overdone it on the fasting..?? What you’re describing is in line with adrenal crash, which could be caused by fasting too much. I know we all think that if something’s good, more is better, but our bodies are all about balance…

[@mariyadeshmukh4790]

I am also facing this issue. Cannot fast at all like I used to do before. Let me try with MCT oil.

[@NurseClaudia]

I’m just now finding out about this too. You did your research well.

[@rachellamb2564]

Any idea about how much MCT oil is the most effective dosage? I like it in my coffee, but I don't want to overdo it or miss out of benefits if I should be using more.

[@ivap.2005]

1-2 tblsp

[@DavidSmith-ph7iy]

Thanks for all the amazing content brother!

[@pedrozegarek6719]

I add MCT oil and L-tyrosine to my morning coffee every day. It really gives great mental effect.

[@ghazwan700]

Tyrosine as pill or powder, and they can be mixed .

[@G4luc]

Pill or powder?

[@kindnesstoall]

We were all Looking for a more current mct video...but this will do. Thnx!

[@aylean3628]

I love coffee, but I’m drinking mct-oil with water, adding a little bit of salt and fresh lemon juice. I feel more relax in the morning without adding coffee.

[@mariyadeshmukh4790]

Thanks for sharing. I don't like coffee nor green tea. I'll try taking it with water. Warm water?

[@dfronda2708]

Hi Just watch this, in March I used 30g MCT pure C8 in a cup of coffee, I was not on keto diet ie still eating carbs, I used a digital keto tester, I had ketones in my blood. cant remember the exact number but something like 1.5.

[@eb6195]

Note: 15 grams of MCT oil were given 2 X daily. 15 grams = 3.29 teaspoons or 1 1/6 Tablespoons.

[@trainwrecka]

The hero we needed

[@DeanSchneitman]

My wife was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's in December of 2023; her MoCA score was a 14. We started taking MCT oil c8 and c10 in July - we also started the carnivore diet at the same time. Six months later, her MoCA score went up to 24. We've also incorporated many other lifestyle changes. Don't listen to those who say there is no treatment, no cure, no hope. I have my wife back!!!

[@WordsbySamuel]

Hey Thomas. I have a question. Should someone with liver damage like hepatitis use MCT Oil?

[@helenahandkart1857]

Great question.

[@yvonnecrozier4536]

I watched a video just yesterday that said olive oil helps to heal liver damage, among other benefits. I take 1 Tbsp every morning on an empty stomach with a few drops of lemon juice squeezed on top. It has reduced my appetite for crappy food and helped deal with stress better

[@BCSTS]

@@yvonnecrozier4536 be careful that the olive oil is very high level, real extra virgin....many many are mixed with canola oil etc.....there is much fraud in olive oil market...research it.....these contaminated/fake refined olive oils could be dangerous to liver...especially if already inflamed....bad oils inflame the liver!!

[@jennynelson170]

Great info!! Thanks!! Appreciate you and your channel.

[@richardpellis]

I've added ~1 teaspoon of MCR to my coffee or green tea for over a year now. Have never experienced a noticeable difference mentally. Physically, I believe it helps with daily bowel movements.

[@811MainPage]

I believe you need closer to tablespoon. I'm not sure

[@JM-pv8vt]

Try mct 😂

[@deborahschumann8286]

The study showed the benefits at 1-2 tablespoons. Slowly up your intake

[@johnndavis7647]

It is dose dependant. Increase to a tbs then too 2 tbs up to twice a day

[@michellerenee5028]

I would think that me taking the mct's while not in ketosis doesn't matter, if I'm taking them for seizure disorder, Right? Not everyone is on keto diet for weight loss. In my situation weight loss has been a bonus but not the main reason

[@RaquelSilva-dd3to]

Very interesting! So I’m currently pregnant and not keto anymore (mostly because of food aversions and nausea...) anyways I started taking mct oil again to help with constipation and I actually did notice an improvement on my cognitive levels, that pregnancy brain fog has reduced a lot. I’m still tired but I can think better. I’ve been putting on my coffee but I’ll definitely try with green tea and see if I notice any difference.

[@OZZIEMV]

Some great points of interest Thomas, thanks for sharing.

[@MrCraigggg]

what is the difference between mct oil and coconut oil?

[@gracebe235]

I would like to know, what is the difference between powdered MCT, powdered C8 MCT, and powdered C8-C10 MCT?

[@jaredbackus1416]

Magnesium to relax the brain. Plus MCT= Relaxed and happy usable energy.

[@jeffverveen]

How did the sunflower oil control perform compared to themselves before they were poisoned with seed oil for a few months? This is hardly a good test. A true control would be compared to plain skimmed milk.

[@mscindylut]

Mct oil helps my memory even though I am not doing a keto diet.

[@maryhoffman9551]

This reminds me of Dr. Gundry’s book The Keto Paradox. Would love to see a discussion with him on your channel.

[@helenndow1101]

I am not interested in any diet, including keto, since I am naturally underweight, but I love MCT oil powder in my coffee, so deliciously creamy. Nice to have some benefits for my brain at age 86.

[@lanamartin9870]

I’m confused! I thought I seen one of your post that said not to use MCT Oil when your fasting because it will knock you out of Ketosis.

[@owlcreekhomesteadandnature150]

Have they ever done any studies on different brands of mct oil similar to the Dutch study on avocado oil? That was mind blowing and very frustrating to know if the oil we are consuming is actually something completely different.

[@ghazwan700]

What study is that ,can you send us the link please 🙏

[@helenahandkart1857]

Yes, what was this?

[@NadaYAlonso]

Dr. Berg mentioned his favorite in a video from a few years ago, with the backing of science/research.

[@nicoeffem3483]

will check it out... thanks

[@davidbakino617]

I'd agree with you that keto "bulletproof" coffee doesn't agree with me as well as keto green tea . Yes, I feel a big mental boost for 1-2 h but then a bigger crash + anxiety throughout the rest of the day + less restful sleep. Which kinda negates the purpose of taking it in the first place. I suspect the higher caffeine amount to be the culprit.

[@kettymanno7256]

David I have the same symptoms. Thank you for sharing I don’t feel so alone and I am sorry you can’t enjoy the benefits.

[@davidbakino617]

You're welcome! Haha there's worst things in life. You should try raw cacao powder too (small dose for me though : half a level tablespoon). I prepare it the "keto" way (coconut oil). The theobromine in cacao feels much smoother and calming than caffeine, yet comfortably stimulating. I like it even more than green tea, because cacao contains other feel-good molecules too.

[@damianjones6546]

Thanks for this. I am currently drinking green tea and I've started taking Organic Coconut Oil today 👍

[@mickeyFin7]

MCT oil in heavy cream. Just thinking about it relaxes my brain.

[@trustjesus9881]

Thank you for sharing!! God bless you and your family 🙏