Ok just received my cholesterol test. Have been doing keto since end of Aug beginning Sept 2019. We have been taking collagen & MCT Oil every morning. 2019 vs 02/20 current date: Nov: 2019 Chol 313, Trig 78, HDL 79, VLDL 16, LDL 218, T.chol/HDL Ratio: 4.0 Feb. 2020 Chol 324, Trig 84, HDL 95, VLDL 16, LDL 212 T.chol/HDL Ratio: 3.4 I won't complain as I was stressing out waiting for results. Chol & Trig went up a tad but all else went the right direction. Now trying to lower the trig all advise welcomed. But all in all...I am both relieved & happy with these numbers as I was concerned since doing Keto. Note: went from 139 to 118 lbs..
I recently spent a few weeks increasing my tolerance to C8. First week I added 1 mL to coffee, twice a day. Second week I added 2 mL to coffee, twice a day. No problems. Yesterday I ramped up to a full tablespoon (about 15 mL) in each cup of coffee. Wow! It definitely lit up my brain. I was more alert than I've been in years. It was comparable to taking modafinil, but only lasted for about 6 hours.
@@nickarrigo7493 Yeah, I should clarify a few things. * I was comparing to 100 mg of Modafinil, not the 200 mg standard dose. * I was on ketogenic diet at the time, so I was already in fat-burning mode. I doubt it would work like this on a normal level of carb intake. * I had to stop taking C8 because I discovered via trial and error that it was causing vertigo. It sucks because I really enjoyed it. And yeah, it's a weird side effect. I may be the only one. But to answer your question, yes 2 x 15 mL. IDK the density of C8, but I'm sure it's less than water (i.e. less than 1.0 g/mL), so it would be less than than 30 grams -- maybe 25 grams?
@@mothermakeup7481Look up selegiline while you're at it. Both will give you a mental lift. Just make sure you're not covering up some other underlying condition, such as insulin resistance or poor sleep.
this is very weird because I just read a study, where they gave 20 grams (or 20 000mg) of C8 daily to a bunch of obese women to study its effects on weight loss. I think you have probably experienced some kind of placebo effect.
I verify what Dr. Boz said about starting off slowly with MCT oil. I did not know this when I bought my first bottle and took the recommended one tablespoon in the morning; label did say that once you are able to, increase amount to two and then three Tbs eventually. I always think I know better so I took 2 Tbs that first day.......let us say between the intense nausea and constant trips to the bathroom, it was a very miserable day. Trust me.....start with 1 tsp first for a few days, then increase. ; )
How do you take the MCT soft gels, fasting, with food, and at what time in the day is better, I just got a bottle, thank you in advance, love your videos, your book, and your shorts thank you for all the effort you put on this.
Took a tablespoon of MCT oil. Definitely was blowing up the pot shortly afterwards. My ketones did go from 0.6 to 2.0. About 2 hrs later. I think tomorrow I’ll go down to a tsp. I erroneously thought my gut could handle it since I’ve been keto for over a year.
....I'm hearing more and more on ketone Esters (KE). KE today is much less expensive compared to the early days of Dr. Mary Newport's relentlessness with working with her husband's condition; but still a little expensive for use daily for the rest of us that don't have a condition but just want the benefit of this jet fuel for enhanced cognition and increased or improved athletic performance. So, I'll use MCT oil and occasional Bhb salts along with low carb to keto and OMAD. I have to admit though, that about once a month I'll have a baked potato drenched in butter and sour cream along with a grilled steak, I feel soooooooooooo good the next day at cross fit , fast walking or a spinning class; depends on which event I participate in.. Thanks for the info.
Dr. Boz, can you please do a video on keto rash? Some ppl get what looks to me to be more of a candida rash (in the armpits, groin and under folds of flesh - this sometimes burns). But most report an itchy rash usually on the torso or back, but it can affect the face too, with (sometimes sparse) red bumps that occasionally leave a brown discoloration of the skin (which can be permanent). I water fasted for 21 days, breaking it slightly every 3 days only to keep my blood glucose levels above 35 and ketones below 8, and after about 10 days I developed this itch on my stomach that eventually turned into a rash (the itch was intense). It only goes away when I am fully out of ketosis for several days. It returns the minute I go into ketosis now and it's been 2 months since I ended my water fast. Did I break something? Now I can't go into ketosis at all. If I attempt to push past it the rash worsens and spreads - and itches like crazy. All the TH-cam keto experts say keto rash is rare but my research shows a lot of folks suffer from this. One youtuber even tried antibiotics to see if she could eliminate it and thus be able to get back on a keto diet, but to no avail. (Antibiotics seem like the worse thing you could do.) Seems once you get it your stuck with getting it if you try to burn ketones. This makes ketosis impossible. No one knows what causes it - lots of speculation, and I tried the suggestions but nothing works except staying out of ketosis (even mild!). My instincts tell me it's some sort of detox response. I have heavy metals, yeast, and black mold exposure. Maybe there's a common thread with us keto rashers. I'm thinking I need to detox first, then try keto again. Your thoughts Dr. Boz? Also, do you have detox protocols specific to metals or molds? These can be dangerous to detox if done improperly and there are scores of different detox methods.
Boy I would liv6e to know the answer to the rash thing. I get a rash about the size of my palm on my side on occasion. Thought it was eczema. I use Rx hydrocortisone to combat it, but now I wonder if it's keto rash.
The first couple of times that I started keto, I got the rash after about 2-3 weeks so I went back to low carb and it went away. The third time I tried keto, same thing, but instead of going back to low carb, I tried the Carnivore diet which is Meat, Eggs and Dairy (not milk, too many carbs). The rash went away and I have been rash free for a year now on the Carnivore diet. I was in ketosis the whole time and I feel great.
I have been consuming MCT oil since April. I only add a tbs in my coffee in the morning. Can I use it for long or is it better to stop that for a period? Does it have side effects in the long period? Thanks
We are working to get them all backup and running. March 1st is a goal for the C8:C10 check out bozmd.com/dr-boz-favorites/ That is where you can find alternatives until we are back.
Thanks for the tip. Can you please tell me more or point me in a direction? My son who is brilliant in research tells me to avoid ALL plant oils, including olive , coconut and MCT oils. Says only animal fats are healthy. I take coconut oil for candida (works great) and MCT oil for cognition (although I haven't seen any improvements yet). Just a side note, candida is usually a symptom of other problems. It's often attempting to protect the body against heavy metal toxicity which I'm certain I suffer from.
@@van123446 Thank you - their site is very helpful. Dr. Boz mentioned PKD (Paleolithic Ketogenic Diet) in another video not long ago as a consideration for chronic illnesses. This might be exactly what I need. I've tried everything else. I'm bedridden (CFID, fibromyalgia, RA, lung disfunction) after sepsis shock/life support following necrotizing fasciitis that attacked my lungs and blood 10 years ago.) Thank you again. :)
Can I use MCT oil with K2 in D3 at the same time on an empty stomach ? Also will the K2 and D3 be absorbed because of the oil in the MCT in the digestive tract
LJ E - yes .. that’s a good indication. The next hurdle is to prove that your liver converted them to ketones. Prick your finger BEFORE MCR .. and 40 min after taking it
We are working to get them all backup and running. March 1st is a goal for the C8:C10 check out bozmd.com/dr-boz-favorites/ That is where you can find alternatives until we are back.
Thank you Dr.Boz. I just got the Max Strength Keto Combo.. im starting a plant based way of eating for the new year but still trying to stay in ketosis.. do you recommend any specific supplements?Im Grateful for your Wisdom and Knowledge..Blessings to you and your family as we enter 2020.
So if the MCT oil is very high in C8 and C10 but has some C12, is it good or totally useless (as a MCT oil)? Does the C8 and C10 absorbed immediately and the C12 digested separately, or is the C12 binded to the C8 and C10 so that it all needs to be digested because C12 is involved?
Hi. C8 & C10 go directly to liver in portal vein. C12 gets digested like normal food, so like butter. It’s still beneficial, especially if your body cannot access your own fat yet.
Check your diet and drink consumption. I used to cheat while taking the oil and I wasn't seeing any good results. Long story short I changed my habits. And I'm very pleased... I'm not saying you are.
Diarrhea is a real setback when it happens. When keto leads to diarrhea, do not ignore it. Figure it out. Read this: bozmd.com/keto-diet-101/ Or watch this video: th-cam.com/video/vRoTxiT8dOU/w-d-xo.html
I took 1 tablespoon of MCT oil, the recommended type, after fasting 16 hours, continued fasting, water only AND did a 60 minute workout at hour 18. 40 minutes before that workout I took 1 teaspoon of MCT. After 20 hours using ketone test strips, I did not have one bit of ketones in my urine. I guess this works on an individual basis, the rest will just excrete it out. So basically it appears I added empty calories.
JTG thank you for your reply. I find most MCT oils to be expensive. I purchase Intensionally Bare organic pure C8 from amazon. Costs me $44 Canadian for 63 servings. It lasts my husband and I a month and the benefits are noticeable.
Ma’am my humble request plz keep your videos short , may be less than 10 minutes, that will attract more viewers for your channel, regards from Pakistan
Rashid Mehmood you are probably correct about the length of the videos, however I always walk away from her videos feeling like. I have had a substantial lesson that sticks with me through the week. She is thorough, and its helping me solve some of my health issues where there is n o doctor to see locally who will do what she does. :)
I'm of the opposite feeling. The specialists who always keep their videos short do so as a marketing ploy to reel in those whose attention span is used to sound bites, and you end up with a lot of misleading or half-information. Dr. Boz is more thorough, explaining not just the how but the why. I wouldn't want her to change a thing.
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Ok just received my cholesterol test. Have been doing keto since end of Aug beginning Sept 2019. We have been taking collagen & MCT Oil every morning.
2019 vs 02/20 current date:
Nov: 2019
Chol 313, Trig 78, HDL 79, VLDL 16, LDL 218,
T.chol/HDL Ratio: 4.0
Feb. 2020
Chol 324, Trig 84, HDL 95,
VLDL 16, LDL 212
T.chol/HDL Ratio: 3.4
I won't complain as I was stressing out waiting for results.
Chol & Trig went up a tad but all else went the right direction. Now trying to lower the trig all advise welcomed. But all in all...I am both relieved & happy with these numbers as I was concerned since doing Keto.
Note: went from 139 to 118 lbs..
I recently spent a few weeks increasing my tolerance to C8. First week I added 1 mL to coffee, twice a day. Second week I added 2 mL to coffee, twice a day. No problems.
Yesterday I ramped up to a full tablespoon (about 15 mL) in each cup of coffee. Wow! It definitely lit up my brain.
I was more alert than I've been in years. It was comparable to taking modafinil, but only lasted for about 6 hours.
as strong as modafinil? That's quite a statement. I wonder how many milligrams = 2x15ml? 30mgs?
@@nickarrigo7493 Yeah, I should clarify a few things.
* I was comparing to 100 mg of Modafinil, not the 200 mg standard dose.
* I was on ketogenic diet at the time, so I was already in fat-burning mode. I doubt it would work like this on a normal level of carb intake.
* I had to stop taking C8 because I discovered via trial and error that it was causing vertigo. It sucks because I really enjoyed it. And yeah, it's a weird side effect. I may be the only one.
But to answer your question, yes 2 x 15 mL.
IDK the density of C8, but I'm sure it's less than water (i.e. less than 1.0 g/mL), so it would be less than than 30 grams -- maybe 25 grams?
Never heard of modafinil ? Def need to research that now!!
@@mothermakeup7481Look up selegiline while you're at it. Both will give you a mental lift. Just make sure you're not covering up some other underlying condition, such as insulin resistance or poor sleep.
this is very weird because I just read a study, where they gave 20 grams (or 20 000mg) of C8 daily to a bunch of obese women to study its effects on weight loss.
I think you have probably experienced some kind of placebo effect.
Please update your labels on MCT to the percentage of C8 and C10 instead of just the grams.
I verify what Dr. Boz said about starting off slowly with MCT oil. I did not know this when I bought my first bottle and took the recommended one tablespoon in the morning; label did say that once you are able to, increase amount to two and then three Tbs eventually. I always think I know better so I took 2 Tbs that first day.......let us say between the intense nausea and constant trips to the bathroom, it was a very miserable day. Trust me.....start with 1 tsp first for a few days, then increase. ; )
😊 I love the MCT oil it's so good for the cognitive function and it's great and smoothies I've got to try the capsules though
How do you take the MCT soft gels, fasting, with food, and at what time in the day is better, I just got a bottle, thank you in advance, love your videos, your book, and your shorts thank you for all the effort you put on this.
Took a tablespoon of MCT oil. Definitely was blowing up the pot shortly afterwards. My ketones did go from 0.6 to 2.0. About 2 hrs later. I think tomorrow I’ll go down to a tsp. I erroneously thought my gut could handle it since I’ve been keto for over a year.
I take 2tbs in the morning in my bullet proof coffee of mct hope that's good. Iv never had a problem with diarrhea . Hope that's a good thing to
....I'm hearing more and more on ketone Esters (KE). KE today is much less expensive compared to the early days of Dr. Mary Newport's relentlessness with working with her husband's condition; but still a little expensive for use daily for the rest of us that don't have a condition but just want the benefit of this jet fuel for enhanced cognition and increased or improved athletic performance.
So, I'll use MCT oil and occasional Bhb salts along with low carb to keto and OMAD. I have to admit though, that about once a month I'll have a baked potato drenched in butter and sour cream along with a grilled steak, I feel soooooooooooo good the next day at cross fit , fast walking or a spinning class; depends on which event I participate in..
Thanks for the info.
I use the powder. Zero stomach issues.
Good stuff to reinforce what I been doing. I do exclusively MCT #8.
Dr. Boz, can you please do a video on keto rash? Some ppl get what looks to me to be more of a candida rash (in the armpits, groin and under folds of flesh - this sometimes burns). But most report an itchy rash usually on the torso or back, but it can affect the face too, with (sometimes sparse) red bumps that occasionally leave a brown discoloration of the skin (which can be permanent).
I water fasted for 21 days, breaking it slightly every 3 days only to keep my blood glucose levels above 35 and ketones below 8, and after about 10 days I developed this itch on my stomach that eventually turned into a rash (the itch was intense). It only goes away when I am fully out of ketosis for several days. It returns the minute I go into ketosis now and it's been 2 months since I ended my water fast.
Did I break something? Now I can't go into ketosis at all. If I attempt to push past it the rash worsens and spreads - and itches like crazy.
All the TH-cam keto experts say keto rash is rare but my research shows a lot of folks suffer from this. One youtuber even tried antibiotics to see if she could eliminate it and thus be able to get back on a keto diet, but to no avail. (Antibiotics seem like the worse thing you could do.) Seems once you get it your stuck with getting it if you try to burn ketones. This makes ketosis impossible.
No one knows what causes it - lots of speculation, and I tried the suggestions but nothing works except staying out of ketosis (even mild!).
My instincts tell me it's some sort of detox response. I have heavy metals, yeast, and black mold exposure. Maybe there's a common thread with us keto rashers. I'm thinking I need to detox first, then try keto again.
Your thoughts Dr. Boz?
Also, do you have detox protocols specific to metals or molds? These can be dangerous to detox if done improperly and there are scores of different detox methods.
Boy I would liv6e to know the answer to the rash thing. I get a rash about the size of my palm on my side on occasion. Thought it was eczema. I use Rx hydrocortisone to combat it, but now I wonder if it's keto rash.
The first couple of times that I started keto, I got the rash after about 2-3 weeks so I went back to low carb and it went away. The third time I tried keto, same thing, but instead of going back to low carb, I tried the Carnivore diet which is Meat, Eggs and Dairy (not milk, too many carbs). The rash went away and I have been rash free for a year now on the Carnivore diet. I was in ketosis the whole time and I feel great.
Have you figured it out since your original comment?
I’ve been using mtc oil my jaw no longer locks
Will you take us grocery shopping with you? I'd love to see how you shop and what you buy. I think it would be very helpful to all of us. Thanks!
Wow ! 😮. Thank you Dr Boz :)
I don't drink coffee or tea. Can I just drink it in water?
Way would you take capsules... use mct oil in bottle its cheaper and easier
I have been consuming MCT oil since April. I only add a tbs in my coffee in the morning. Can I use it for long or is it better to stop that for a period? Does it have side effects in the long period? Thanks
Video ended abruptly? Why? No ketone test at the end?
If you are "hungry" for more MCT C8:C10, read this: bozmd.com/mct-supplements-benefits/
None of the Amazon links work.
We are working to get them all backup and running. March 1st is a goal for the C8:C10
check out bozmd.com/dr-boz-favorites/
That is where you can find alternatives until we are back.
I went to Amazon for my keto combo and it's not there! Oh, no!!! I'll be out in 2 weeks. Will it be available soon?
Great information... Thank you so much. Can we give MCT oil to kids? 4-5 yrs old kids. Thanks
th-cam.com/video/BFYER2CfEhg/w-d-xo.html
This video shows how MCT works. Start a kid out slow and increase.
Dr. Boz [Annette Bosworth, MD] thank you so much 😊
Thank you. Ver informative and well presented.
would love to buy your products but their way to expensive, the capsules one would have to take 18 of them to get two tablespoons worth per day !!
Is there a link to your video on MCT and the young man's effort to help his elderly dad's cognition problems?
Thanks!
th-cam.com/video/g5CwJcRjcdA/w-d-xo.html
Here is a link about MCT .
How can we reduced the bad cholesterol doing the keto diets?
What do you think these supplements do for stroke victims?
Why do your videos get cut off before it’s finished?
I make goat kefir, and drink a couple of ounces a day.
how do i know if my MCT is c8:c10? and if it's not, what happens? will it be beneficial still or destructive?
Its stated on every bottle
mct and coconut oil cause intestinal permeability your choice
Thanks for the tip. Can you please tell me more or point me in a direction?
My son who is brilliant in research tells me to avoid ALL plant oils, including olive , coconut and MCT oils. Says only animal fats are healthy.
I take coconut oil for candida (works great) and MCT oil for cognition (although I haven't seen any improvements yet).
Just a side note, candida is usually a symptom of other problems. It's often attempting to protect the body against heavy metal toxicity which I'm certain I suffer from.
@@L.J.01 look to the work of Paleomedicina in Hungary. they have a website
@@van123446
Thank you - their site is very helpful.
Dr. Boz mentioned PKD (Paleolithic Ketogenic Diet) in another video not long ago as a consideration for chronic illnesses. This might be exactly what I need. I've tried everything else. I'm bedridden (CFID, fibromyalgia, RA, lung disfunction) after sepsis shock/life support following necrotizing fasciitis that attacked my lungs and blood 10 years ago.)
Thank you again. :)
@@L.J.01 you might consider getting phone counseling from Zsofia. I did.
@@van123446
Thank you Van, I looked her up and found her on the paleomedicina site. Very helpful! :)
the liquid is the best way to take just put one tablespoon in your mouth, the runs only last a week !!
When is the Best time of day to take MCTs , before or after starting fast at 6pm ?
Can I use MCT oil with K2 in D3 at the same time on an empty stomach ? Also will the K2 and D3 be absorbed because of the oil in the MCT in the digestive tract
Do we assume we're absorbing MCT if we don't get diarrhea?
LJ E - yes .. that’s a good indication.
The next hurdle is to prove that your liver converted them to ketones. Prick your finger BEFORE MCR .. and 40 min after taking it
@@DoctorBoz
Thank you for help. Love your videos!
None of your Amazon links are working.
We are working to get them all backup and running. March 1st is a goal for the C8:C10
check out bozmd.com/dr-boz-favorites/
That is where you can find alternatives until we are back.
Please help me with keto I am vegetarian
6capsule everyday?
Will this help with stroke symptoms?
Thank you Dr.Boz.
I just got the Max Strength Keto Combo.. im starting a plant based way of eating for the new year but still trying to stay in ketosis.. do you recommend any specific supplements?Im Grateful for your Wisdom and Knowledge..Blessings to you and your family as we enter 2020.
Has anyone stopped taking MCT oil?
I am totally vegetarian how can I start with keto
Why does it have both C8 and C10?
I am totally vegetarian how can I start with Keto please help me I can eat eggs thank
So if the MCT oil is very high in C8 and C10 but has some C12, is it good or totally useless (as a MCT oil)? Does the C8 and C10 absorbed immediately and the C12 digested separately, or is the C12 binded to the C8 and C10 so that it all needs to be digested because C12 is involved?
Hi. C8 & C10 go directly to liver in portal vein. C12 gets digested like normal food, so like butter. It’s still beneficial, especially if your body cannot access your own fat yet.
I have tried to purchase your MCT oil from Amazon. It is always out of stock. Do you sell it on another marketplace?
Just buy another brand, they're all the same.
No special sauce, just one or two simple ingredients.
Goats' milk tastes like cows' milk. However, unlike cows milk, goat milk is anti-inflammatory.
Why don't you explain how MCT c8 oil can cure cancer if you fast with it?
45 grams MCT oil...all in one dose (once tolerated), or broken up? Thanks!
I have no problem doing 2tbs in a drink. If it's been a while, I might get potty problems once and then move on.
With adding heavy cream, wouldn’t that break your fast?
MCT would also break your fast
The Keto Combo powder makes my blood sugar go up even when I’m fasting, why is that?
Check your diet and drink consumption. I used to cheat while taking the oil and I wasn't seeing any good results. Long story short I changed my habits. And I'm very pleased... I'm not saying you are.
I've had some serious diarrhea from the BHB "ketones in a can." I do better with MCT oil.
Diarrhea is a real setback when it happens. When keto leads to diarrhea, do not ignore it. Figure it out. Read this: bozmd.com/keto-diet-101/
Or watch this video: th-cam.com/video/vRoTxiT8dOU/w-d-xo.html
I took 1 tablespoon of MCT oil, the recommended type, after fasting 16 hours, continued fasting, water only AND did a 60 minute workout at hour 18. 40 minutes before that workout I took 1 teaspoon of MCT. After 20 hours using ketone test strips, I did not have one bit of ketones in my urine. I guess this works on an individual basis, the rest will just excrete it out. So basically it appears I added empty calories.
The same happened to me. But I do wonder about the efficiency of my ketone strips? Any change over the years for you?
"Titration" in this context? I guess you mean "Bit by Bit"
Learned a fair amount from you before you turned into an infomercial. Thanks for that.
Hello Dr. Boz. I take daily in my coffee a Tbs of MCT oil, C8 only. Is there more benefit by adding C10?
No. C8 is the preferred chain length. If the product was comprised of only C8, it would be expensive. C10 is good but, C8 is slightly better.
JTG thank you for your reply. I find most MCT oils to be expensive. I purchase Intensionally Bare organic pure C8 from amazon. Costs me $44 Canadian for 63 servings. It lasts my husband and I a month and the benefits are noticeable.
@@Daughter-OfTheKING If you have Costco they have a two pack of MCT oil that is reasonable.
June Weeks we do have a Costco and I found it 😊
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I have Crohn’s and MCT oil is NOT my friend ☹️
Go very low and very slow. 1/2tsp a day for a week, then up to 3/4tsp for a week, etc -up to 2tbsp a day,
Kathy, I have an issue like you also. I can’t even tolerate a tsp of mct.
Ma’am my humble request plz keep your videos short , may be less than 10 minutes, that will attract more viewers for your channel, regards from Pakistan
Rashid Mehmood you are probably correct about the length of the videos, however I always walk away from her videos feeling like. I have had a substantial lesson that sticks with me through the week. She is thorough, and its helping me solve some of my health issues where there is n o doctor to see locally who will do what she does. :)
I'm of the opposite feeling. The specialists who always keep their videos short do so as a marketing ploy to reel in those whose attention span is used to sound bites, and you end up with a lot of misleading or half-information. Dr. Boz is more thorough, explaining not just the how but the why.
I wouldn't want her to change a thing.
I love long videos full of information. We go to school for years and learn nothing.
If 12 min is too long for you, watch it at 1.25x speed, you will hardly notice the difference.
Self induced diarrhea.... sign me up ? 😂
Looks like DR Boz is becoming the Dr Oz of keto, what a shame, I'll unsubscribe
Dude but why ?