Garden of Life Brain Health Coconut MCT Oil review
Introduction
[amazon link=”B07NFRHYNG” title=”Garden of Life Brain Health Coconut MCT Oil”/] is 100% organic coconut oil and delivers 13g of MCTs—including Caprylic and Capric acids—per serving.
Details
[amazon link=”B07NFRHYNG” title=”Garden of Life Brain Health Coconut MCT Oil”/] gives you “fast fuel for brain and body†” and is perfect for Paleo and Ketogenic diets.
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How do MCTs help with fitness?
MCTs, including coconut oil, are burned by the body for energy, or “fuel,” instead of being stored as fat. Studies in both men and women have been conducted using MCTs and have shown that MCTs increase energy expenditure and raise the metabolic rate. As part of a healthy diet, MCT oil can also help you feel full for longer periods of time—who doesn't want that?
Why do athletes use MCT Oil?
Looking for that quick burst of energy? MCTs are an especially beneficial supplement for fueling physical exertion, given their high energy density content, rapid rate of absorption and quick metabolic conversion into cellular energy. Additionally, MCTs can be quickly mobilized in the post-exercise recovery phase to rebuild muscles and prevent the breakdown of protein that can occur when the body is putting a maximum demand on the body's energy reserves.
Why MCT Oil for brain health?
Your brain is largely made up of fatty acids, so you need a steady supply from your diet to feel your best, think clearly, perform well at work and stay sharp well into older age. Medium-chain fats are believed to be one of the most easily digested, utilized and protective fatty acids that exists. According to leading Neurologist Dr. Perlmutter, you can boost the availability of ketones for your brain by simply adding coconut oil or MCT oil to your daily regimen. But to make this effective, carb restriction is a must!
Features
1. NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT: Certified USDA Organic & Non- GMO Project Verified, No palm oil or other filler oils, Hexane-free.
2. Hydrogenated, 0g Trans Fat, Paleo & Ketogenic diet-friendly, Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Soy Free
3. QUICK ENERGY BOOST: Organic energy that also promotes brain health
4. EASY TO DIGEST: Quickly digested, absorbed & converted into energy
5. NATURAL ENERGY: 13g of MCTs (including caprylic & capric acids) only from sustainably-grown organic coconuts
Safety Warning
This product is labelled to United States standards and may differ from similar products sold elsewhere in its ingredients, labeling and allergen warnings
Ingredients
100% Organic Coconut Medium Chain Triglycerides [C8:0 – Caprylic Acid, C10:0 – Capric Acid, C12:0 – Lauric Acid 1]
Directions
Take 1 Tbsp. Try in coffee, shakes, yogurt or on salads. Not intended for cooking.
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User Reviews
Review 1
First of all, I did not receive a free product for my review. I'm leaving a review because I am so delighted to finally find a MCT oil that doesn't contain harmful solvents (like hexane). This tastes good and it actually tested good for me (using kinesiology). I get no bad reaction from it at all. In fact, it lifts my mood somewhat. This MCT oil is so much better than that horrible Brain Octane and XCT oil that Bulletproof pushes. No matter how many times and ways I tried theirs it always made me sick. I finally wised up and tested theirs and it contains harmful solvents. I hope Garden of Life continues to make theirs hexane free. The only downside is this MCT oil doesn't make good plain mayonnaise because of the slight coconut taste (unless you're making tartar sauce for coconut prawns or something). Still a superior 5 star product though. Yaay!
Review 2
I put some MCT oil in my cold matcha tea blended drink with almond milk. I would suggest easing into consuming it, as it does have a laxative effect (one reason I wanted it). I use 1/2 tablespoon per cup, per day. You can move up from there gradually.
I have to agree with a bunch of people that the container is difficult to have a controlled dispensing from it. BUT — please people — please rate the product, not the container it is in!! I filled an empty glass spice jar (small one) and then dispensed the oil from that. Problem solved.
Review 3
I got this for my husband who is always saying he suffers from brain fog while at work… He says he can really tell a difference. It improves his focus and clears the fog. He also likes using it before working out at the gym! It doesn’t really taste like anything so it’s easy to hide it in foods or drinks. I like to put it in hot oatmeal because it blends in pretty well. Obviously if you try to mix it into something cold and liquidy it doesn’t blend and you will have oil on the top of the beverage. You definitely want to have a little something in your stomach or it may make you feel sort of nauseous. Over all we are happy with this product and will buy more when we run out!
Review 4
Love this mct oil. I make my special coffee with it every morning. It keeps me focused and full. Very satisfied and this is my 2nd bottle to buy. No taste or smell, clears my brain fog fast! Whip it in your coffee with cream and sprinkle with cinnamon. YUM!
Review 5
It took 7 to 10 days for me to see a real benefit, for that first week and a half I was still cloudy and doubting the benefits. I can now attest I have improved clarity, articulation, and my ability to express myself has improved greatly. I feel this product is the key to that. There's no other explanation.
Review 6
I bought this product for the first time a few weeks ago at a local health food store and decided to buy it again here on Amazon for an even cheaper price. The label suggests using on a salad. What a combination. I made salad dressing with it. Have not tried in Soup, Hot Cocoa or Tea. I will be putting this item on my Subscribe & Save order list! Thanks for another great product Dr. Perlmutter!
UPDATE:
Just added to Subscribe & Save Today 02/04/2019. As long as Dr. Perlmutter's name is associated with this Garden of Life product, I will continue to purchase it!
UPDATE:
Received in my Subscribe and Save order for March 2019. Still a great addition to Organic Salad or Organic Salad Dressing.
Review 7
So, the good news is that they did package it inside a plastic bag before placing it in the shipping envelope. The bad news is that the seal on the inside does not appear to be manufactured well, which caused the bottle to leak all over the inside of the bag which also cause some of the green writing on the inside to bleed all over and be even more messy when handling. I'm hesitant to use the product as I can't tell if it's just a defect or a “used”/ returned product. Disappointing to say the least.
Conclusion
“MCT oil not only feeds your brain cells, but also improves your gut health—which is largely connected to cognitive functioning thanks to the “gut-brain connection.”
