New Roots Coconut MCT Oil (500 mL)

New Roots Coconut MCT Oil is a clear, unflavoured oil made entirely of medium-chain triglycerides from coconut, with no other oils blended in. It is 60% C8 (caprylic acid) and 40% C10 (capric acid). One tablespoon has 130 Calories and 14 g of fat. The bottle holds 500 mL.

Nutrition per tablespoon

A 15 mL tablespoon gives 130 Calories, all from fat: 14 g, all of it saturated. Of that, 8.4 g is caprylic acid (C8) and 5.6 g is capric acid (C10). There is no carbohydrate, sugar, protein, cholesterol or sodium. The full panel is under Ingredients.

What MCT oil is

Medium-chain triglycerides are fats built on fatty acid chains 6 to 12 carbons long. Coconut oil is one of the richest natural sources. MCT oil is made by separating those medium-chain fats from the rest of the coconut oil, which is why it stays liquid at room temperature and has almost no taste or smell. Ordinary coconut oil also carries lauric acid (C12) and longer fats; this product is limited to C8 and C10. New Roots states it contains 100% pure MCT with no filler oils, so nothing else is added to the bottle.

New Roots lists it as dairy-free, gluten-free and non-GMO, and it fits vegetarian, vegan, keto and paleo diets.

How it compares

Next to plain coconut oil, MCT oil is thinner, stays liquid in the fridge and has no coconut flavour. New Roots also makes MCT Energy, a separate 60/40 MCT oil. This Coconut MCT Oil is the one sourced only from coconut.

How to use it

Stir a tablespoon into coffee, blend it into a shake or smoothie, or whisk it into a salad dressing. It also works in baked goods and other recipes that call for a neutral oil. At a tablespoon a day the bottle gives about 33 servings. The full directions and cautions are under How to Take.

Who it suits

It suits people on keto or paleo diets who add fat to coffee or shakes, and cooks who want a neutral oil with no taste. Because it has no dairy, gluten or animal ingredients, it also works for vegan and vegetarian kitchens. The 500 mL bottle is a good size to try MCT oil before moving to the 1 litre bottle.

New Roots Coconut MCT Oil FAQ

What is the C8 to C10 ratio?

60% C8 caprylic acid to 40% C10 capric acid, or 8.4 g and 5.6 g per tablespoon.

Does it taste like coconut?

No. It is unflavoured and has almost no smell.

Is it vegan?

Yes. It is plant-based and also dairy-free, gluten-free and non-GMO.

How many servings are in the bottle?

About 33 tablespoons.

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