How Long Can I Take C8 MCT Oil?
You can take C8 MCT oil indefinitely. There is no need to take a rest or a pause. This is because there are no known side effects or risks associated with taking the oil long-term. That being said, here are three things you might want to consider before continuing the oil indefinitely:
What are you using your C8 MCT oil for?
Where are you on your fat loss journey?
Once you hit your fat loss goal are there other reasons to take it?
Below we will discuss key considerations and their impact on your long-term use of C8 MCT oil.
What to Consider When Taking C8 MCT Oil Long-Term
As there is a cost involved in taking the oil, you should always consider if it’s still supporting your goals. Here are five evidence-based examples of where C8 MCT oil is useful.
Fat Loss: If your goal is fat loss you should aim to take C8 MCT oil at least until you reach your fat loss goal. Taken an hour before your meals it lowers appetite making it easier to eat less no matter what your diet is. You can learn more on how to use C8 MCT oil for fat loss here.
Fat Loss and the Keto Diet: The next use case is when it is added to a ketogenic diet. People will often use more than one tool to meet their fat loss goals. Using the ketogenic diet along with C8 MCT oil is another common way to benefit from the oil. You can learn more about adding fat loss tools to your routine here.
Fat Loss and Fasting: Similarly fasting is used in conjunction with C8 MCT oil as it helps lower appetite throughout the fast and prolong it further. You can learn more about how to use C8 MCT oil for fasting here.
Exercise: Some clients, having met their fat loss goals continue to use C8 MCT Oil to optimise their workout routine. For fat-adapted athletes who want to keep carbs low, the oil is perfect for adding calories before a workout. The best way to do this is by taking a dose an hour before exercise.
Therapeutically: C8 MCT oil has been researched as a therapeutic addition to treatment for different syndromes and diseases such as diabetes, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease and cognitive decline. Here at Ketosource, we focus on fat loss but if you are interested to learn more about the therapeutic benefits of C8 MCT oil you can contact us to find out more.
Actionable Takeaways
In conclusion, you’ll get the most from taking C8 MCT oil if you remember:
C8 MCT oil has no known side effects from long-term use
Your current goal dictates if you should take the oil e.g. fat loss, exercise, fasting, or therapeutically
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