Overview
Pure C8 medium-chain triglyceride for ketone production.
- Endogenously produced or biosynthesized molecule
- Standardized pharmaceutical- or food-grade supplement
- Combined with cofactors that improve absorption or activity
- Capsule or softgel
- Powder
- Sublingual or buccal
- Liposomal liquid
Mechanism of action
Rapidly oxidized to ketones via liver beta-oxidation.
- · Rapidly oxidized to ketones via liver beta-oxidation
Effects on the body
Organ system effects
MCT C8 (Caprylic Acid) affects hepatic insulin sensitivity, lipid handling, or glucose disposal.
MCT C8 (Caprylic Acid) acts on central nervous system targets implicated in attention, memory, and neuroprotection.
Evidence-based benefits
Raises blood ketones
Moderate evidencePotential side effects
- · GI upset
- · Diarrhea
Drug interactions
Supplement interactions
- Omega-3 (EPA/DHA)Membrane fluidity and neuronal signaling support.
- Alpha-GPC or CDP-cholineProvides choline substrate for acetylcholine synthesis.
No specific avoidances listed.
Dosing & bioavailability
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C8 MCT ketogenesis
Vandenberghe C, et al.
Healthy adults
C8 produced 3-fold higher ketones than C8:C10 blend.
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