Triglycerides, Medium Chain - Names and Identifiers
Triglycerides, Medium Chain - Introduction
Medium Chain Triglyceride (MCT) is a Triglycerides composed of medium chain fatty acids and glycerol. It has the following properties:
1. Solubility: MCT can be dissolved in water and fat, so it is easy to absorb and digest in the body.
2. Low temperature properties: MCT has a liquid state at low temperatures, which makes it particularly useful in food preparation and pharmaceutical formulation.
3. Not easy to oxidize: Compared with other fatty acids, MCT is less prone to oxidation, which makes it more durable in food.
The main uses of MCT are as follows:
1. food ingredients: because MCT has good solubility and low temperature properties, it is widely used in the food industry, as a fat substitute, beverage additives and thickeners.
2. Medical field: MCT is a lipid that is easily absorbed by the body, so it is used as part of a medical formula in cases of gastrointestinal disorders, fat malabsorption and pancreatic lipase deficiency.
3. Weight control: MCT can provide energy, but less is stored as fat. Therefore, it is believed to help control body weight and increase metabolic rate.
MCT preparation method mainly includes two steps:
1. Hydrolysis: The vegetable oil or animal fat is hydrolyzed to separate the glycerin from the fatty acid.
2. fatty acid selection alkyne: medium chain fatty acids (usually C6 to C12 fatty acids) are selected for esterification with glycerol to produce medium chain triglycerides.
Regarding the safety of MCTs, in general, MCTs are safe with moderate intake. However, for certain people (such as those with abnormal cholesterol and fat metabolism) or excessive use, it may cause adverse reactions such as gastrointestinal discomfort, diarrhea or abnormal liver function. Therefore, it is recommended to consult the advice of a professional doctor or dietitian before using MCT, and use it in an appropriate amount according to individual circumstances.
Last Update:2024-04-10 22:41:56