Coconut MCT oil and the medium chain triglycerides contained in this oil help the body form ketones that have great therapeutic value to the brain and other organ systems. Medium chain triglycerides bypass normal fatty acid absorption and circulation which generally travel to the liver first before being made available to the rest of the body. MCTs provide a rapid energy source throughout the body and are converted to ketones readily if dietary carbohydrates are restricted or kept low as in the case of ketogenic diets. Coconut MCT oil also contains caprylic acid which has a wide variety of immune function-related benefits.