Before the 1992 economic liberalisation in India, the government classified vegetable oils as an essential commodity. MCT oil is a concentration of MCTs from one of several sources, while coconut oil comes from coconuts and contains a good source of MCTs.

Lauric acid-rich medium-chain triglycerides can substitute for other oils in cooking applications and may have limited pathogenicity.People can eat coconut oil in many different ways, including as a cooking oil, as an alternative to butter in baking, and in smoothies. Saturated fat can increase a person’s levels of “bad” low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol if eaten in amounts that are too high.

As we explore newer ways to create value in a digitally transformed world, bringing people closer through our offerings, we are evolving into a Marico that is in step with shifting consumer needs. Based on the current evidence coconut oil is neither healthy or unhealthy when consumed in small amounts in the diet. Another study from 2015 found that replacing LCTs with MCTs in a person’s diet could possibly lead to modest weight reductions. If you have any concerns about your general health, you should contact your local health care provider. The lauric acid in coconut oil appears to have a high affinity for hair protein and, because of the way the oil is structured, is able to penetrate inside the hair shaft.Gut microbiota and metabolic health: The potential beneficial effects of a medium chain triglyceride diet in obese individuals. Please be cautious if you are approached by any agency/individual seeking any money/fees to issue share certificates of Marico or for claiming unclaimed dividends from Marico. Virgin coconut oil is deemed to be higher quality than refined coconut oil and is said to be richer in antioxidant polyphenols as well as nutrients like vitamin E. Some studies suggest that certain fats, such as medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) may offer health benefits.