MCT oil raises cholesterol levelsDietary medium-chain triacylglycerol prevents the postprandial rise of plasma triacylglycerols but induces hypercholesterolemia in primary hypertriglyceridemic subjects.
We examined the impact of medium-chain triacylglycerol (MCT) oil on cholesterol levels in patients with high triglycerides. Over 12 weeks, participants alternated between diets featuring corn oil and different proportions of MCT.
While MCT effectively prevented the post-meal spike in triglycerides, it also significantly raised total cholesterol levels compared to corn oil. In short, MCT oil can be beneficial in some ways, but it may not be the best choice for managing cholesterol levels in those with hypertriglyceridemia.
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MCT oil does not lower cholesterolLipidemic effects of an interesterified mixture of butter, medium-chain triacylglycerol and safflower oils.
We investigated how different dietary fats affect cholesterol levels in healthy adults. Over two phases, participants consumed either butter or a mixture of butter, medium-chain triglycerides (MCT), and safflower oil.
Despite the changes in dietary fat, we found no significant differences in total cholesterol, LDL, or HDL levels between the two groups. However, the MCT mixture was linked to slightly higher triglyceride levels.
This suggests that while MCT oil blended with other fats doesn't lower cholesterol, it might increase triglycerides modestly.
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