Origin and history

Oils and fats are made mainly of triglycerides (TGAs). Chemically, TGAs are molecules based on glycerol backbone and three fatty acids esterified in the three-hydroxyl groups of glycerol. The chemical, physical, and nutritional properties of the oils are determined by the fatty acid composition and the distribution of them in different triglycerides.

Medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) are triglycerides whose fatty acids have an aliphatic tail of 6–12 carbon atoms.

MCTs are composed of a glycerol backbone and three fatty acids: Caproic acid (C6:0), Caprylic acid (C8:0), and Capric acid (C10:0). These fatty acids are referred to as medium chain fatty acids (MCFAs).

MCTs have various applications in the nutraceutical and food industries for the development of nutritional supplements and superfood.

The Green Labs LLC. is now manufacturing the best MCT Oil Powder 70% Drink Grade with Acacia Gum  in an excellent combination to meet beverage formulation needs.

References

• Babayan V. Medium chain length fatty acid esters and their medical and nutritional applications. J Am Oil Chem Soc. (1981)

• St-Onge MP et al. Physiological Effects of Medium-Chain Triglycerides: Potential Agents in the Prevention of Obesity. The Journal of Nutrition, Volume 132, Issue 3, 1 March 2002, Pages 329–332,.

Botanical Name: MCT Oil Powder 70% DG – Acacia Gum

Ref Number: TGLAJP

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