Nestle Nutrition MCT Oil

Nestle Nutrition MCT Oil Features

• Nestle Nutrition MCT Oil is Lactose-free

• Gluten-free

• kcal/mL: 7.7 (or 8.3 kcal/g)
• Caloric Distribution (% of kcal)
  • Protein: 0%
  • Carbohydrate: 0%
  • Fat: 100%
• Source of Oil: coconut and/or palm kernel oil

• Not for IV use

• Note- Use under medical supervision

What to buy with MCT Oil

• Nestle Boost Nutritional Pudding
• Pre-Protein 15 Liquid Predigested Protein
• Kent Thick-It AquaCareH2O Thickened Coffee

What is MCT?

Medium-chain triglycerides (MCT) are a type of fat that contain medium-chain fatty acids. Medium-chain fatty acids contain between 8 to 12 carbon atoms in their fatty acid chains and are typically saturated1. They are usually very limited in western diets with coconut and palm being the only rich sources.

How MCT works?

MCT Oil Nutrition has many different clinical applications which relate to it being a useful source of energy when LCT needs to be restricted. Due to having a shorter chain length, MCT is digested and transported differently to LCT: it does not require bile acids/salts to emulsify it; it is more easily hydrolysed than LCT; it is absorbed directly into the portal venous circulation

Recommended Usage of Nestle MCT Oil

• Oral Administration: It may be mixed into beverages such as juice or milk, or into sauces, salad dressings, and other foods.
• Tube Feeding Administration: It may be administered by syringe through a feeding tube. After administration, flush with water, typically 1-2 fl oz (30-60 mL) for adults.

Nutritional Applications:

• Decreased pancreatic lipase, decreased bile salts Defective mucosal fat absorption (decreased mucosal permeability, decreased absorptive surface)
• Defective lymphatic transport of fat (i.e., intestinal lymphatic obstruction)
• Severe malabsorption

Ingredients:

Modified coconut and/or palm kernel oil

Warning:

• This product is not intended as a sole source of nutrition.
• MCT Oil Nutrition does not provide the recommended daily dosage of essential fatty acids.

Storage:

• This product must be stored in an opaque glass container.
• Avoid use in patients with uncontrolled diabetic ketoacidosis.
• Use of MCT as part of a ketogenic diet requires medical supervision.