Keto Approved
MCT Oil
0.00g net carbs per 1 tablespoon
Concentrated medium-chain triglycerides. Raises ketones within 30-60 minutes.
Built by Barron Hansen · Last updated July 2026
Nutrition Facts
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One serving uses 0% of your 20g daily budget.
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Good to Know
A clean bottle lists nothing but coconut or palm-derived oil, so skip anything with flavor syrups or sweeteners blended in. Brands like Sports Research, Nutiva, and Bulletproof Brain Octane sell straight C8 or C8/C10 blends, and the C8-heavy ones tend to convert to ketones fastest. Start with a teaspoon rather than the full tablespoon, since too much at once can upset your stomach, and stir it into coffee, smoothies, or salad dressing instead of cooking with it (it has a low smoke point).
Is MCT Oil Keto? The Full Answer
MCT Oil contains 0.00g net carbs per 1 tablespoon (0.00g total carbs minus 0.00g fiber). Concentrated medium-chain triglycerides. Raises ketones within 30-60 minutes.
On a standard ketogenic diet, most people target 20-25g net carbs per day. A single serving uses 0% of a 20g daily carb limit. That makes MCT Oil a reliable keto staple.
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