AwksIrishGirl Posted January 9, 2015 Share Posted January 9, 2015 Hey there, I saw on another thread that KTC coconut oil isn't great as it's prepared in a different way to ordinary raw coconut oil. I was just wondering if it might still be suitable for oil pulling? And how bad would it be to consume it anyway? Thanks in advance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missmary Posted January 9, 2015 Share Posted January 9, 2015 Are you talking about MCT oil? It's ok. It's not the end of the world and its permitted on the whole30 (its not even restricted or discouraged like a lot of other oils). Coconut oil is pretty special with lots of good qualities and good fats. MCT oil has been processed to remove most of what we love about coconut oil, leaving the more fragile fats so it's not as good for cooking. Part of the reason to use coconut oil for oil pulling is the antibacterial qualities of coconut oil (from the lauric acid content). MCT oil has the lauric acid removed, so, although I have no reason to say you couldn't or shouldn't use it for oil pulling, you would be compromising on that aspect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Tom Denham Posted January 9, 2015 Moderators Share Posted January 9, 2015 There is apparently an internet debate about the KTC brand of coconut oil. I found a vegan site that gave it a thumbs up - http://veganheath.info/ktc-coconut-oil I do not have general confidence in vegan research and judgment, but honestly, if the vegans approve of KTC, I am sure it is fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missmary Posted January 9, 2015 Share Posted January 9, 2015 huh. sorry, I had no idea this brand of coconut oil existed. Looks like refined coconut oil; not as good as unrefined but fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeadowLily Posted January 9, 2015 Share Posted January 9, 2015 Are you talking about MCT oil? It's ok. It's not the end of the world and its permitted on the whole30 (its not even restricted or discouraged like a lot of other oils). Coconut oil is pretty special with lots of good qualities and good fats. MCT oil has been processed to remove most of what we love about coconut oil, leaving the more fragile fats so it's not as good for cooking. Part of the reason to use coconut oil for oil pulling is the antibacterial qualities of coconut oil (from the lauric acid content). MCT oil has the lauric acid removed, so, although I have no reason to say you couldn't or shouldn't use it for oil pulling, you would be compromising on that aspect. Do you think MCT oil causes stomach upset? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AwksIrishGirl Posted January 9, 2015 Author Share Posted January 9, 2015 Okay thanks everyone! Does that mean it's not MCT oil then? (I'm not sure what that term means.) It'd be great if I could use it for oil pulling - although it doesn't taste of anything (gross), it's so much cheaper (only €1.99 for 500ml!). I hate using the expensive stuff and then throwing it in the bin! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missmary Posted January 9, 2015 Share Posted January 9, 2015 Does that mean it's not MCT oil then? (I'm not sure what that term means.) Nope, this stuff is not MCT oil, sorry I assumed that was what you meant! MCT oil is coconut oil that has been processed to remain liquid at room temperature. Yes, you could definitely use the KTC for oil pulling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AwksIrishGirl Posted January 10, 2015 Author Share Posted January 10, 2015 Brilliant, thanks so much for your help everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missmary Posted January 10, 2015 Share Posted January 10, 2015 Do you think MCT oil causes stomach upset? I don't have any information on this one Lily, sorry. I think consuming more fats than your digestive system is used to can cause stomach upset, so I wouldn't be surprised if someone who suddenly started, say drinking a lot of "bulletproof" coffee with MCT oil, might feel in in their gut. I just don't know that that would be due to MCT oil specifically or fat in general. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeadowLily Posted January 10, 2015 Share Posted January 10, 2015 I tried MCT and felt it on contact each time....I went back to the EVCoconut Oil. It's soothing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missmary Posted January 10, 2015 Share Posted January 10, 2015 I tried MCT and felt it on contact each time....I went back to the EVCoconut Oil. It's soothing. Interesting. Sorry I can't explain it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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