Medium-chain Triglycerides; May Have a Beneficial Impact on Weight Management
Medium-chain Triglycerides (MCTs) are saturated fats and are made up of medium-chain fatty acids with carbon chains. MCTs are man-made fats produced by processing palm kernel oils and coconut. They are readily available in various foods such as yogurt, butter, milk, cheese, coconut oil, and palm kernel oil. Medium-chain triglycerides are widely used in applications such as nutritional diet, personal care, infant formula, sports drinks, etc. Moreover, they can treat celiac disease, diarrhea, liver disease, and many others. Growing health awareness and large population in Asia Pacific (APAC) have led to an increase in the diagnosis of digestive disorder, such as Crohn’s disease, celiac disease, diarrhea, and steatorrhea among others. Diarrhoea is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality among children under five years of age in developing countries. Diarrhea is the third leading cause of childhood mortality in India, and is responsible for 13% of all deaths/year in chi...