Two is always better than one. For example, when Harry met Sally or when pepper was placed next to salt; everything is generally better together! Combining two macro nutrients, such as fat and protein, is a great way to add a balanced, heathy, ‘kick’ to your daily routine, and putting both collagen and MCT together will add benefits to your day in more ways than just a tasty combo.

Let’s talk healthy fats; specifically, MCT. By now, with all of the new information emerging, we are recognizing that fat does NOT make you fat. Fat is a superior source of energy. It helps us with proper brain and nerve functioning, as well as with absorbing fat-soluble vitamins such as A, D, E and K. Fat helps us maintain heathy skin, and is required to help form our body’s steroid hormones, such as estrogen and testosterone. It is important to note that there are good quality fats on the market, and not-so- good fats. Healthy fats, such as avocados and avocado oil, coconut oil and extra virgin olive oil, are fantastic sources of fat. These fats will help you with all the energetic and metabolic demands required for your body to function optimally. 

Now, let’s talk bad fats. For example, vegetable oil, such as corn, soy, canola oils, are usually not the best choices for you.  They may sound healthy, and are marketed as such, but that’s just not the case. These types of oils are highly processed, cause inflammation, and can be damaging to your health in many ways. High consumption of these types of fats puts you at a higher risk of heart disease and obesity. 

MCT and Collagen: The Dynamic Duo

MCT stands for Medium Chain Triglyceride. It is derived from a healthy fat which most of the time comes from coconut oil. The original fat is prepared in such a way that the most absorbable and efficiently working part of the fat has been extracted and put into a compact form. This compact form then makes it easy and efficient for your body to absorb and utilize immediately. For those of you who have not yet tried MCT, when you do, pay attention to the abundance of energy this healthy fat gives you. Along with better energy levels, you might notice an easier time focusing on the task at hand, as improved mental clarity and focus are more of the beneficial results you can expect with using MCT. 

Up next is collagen! Collagen is a protein and proteins are the building blocks of life. Protein is found in all foods and is abundant in collagen products. Collagen makes up a large portion of who we are physically, it is responsible for the elasticity in our skin and the stretch in our tendons. This abundant protein helps our joints move more freely and keeps our bones strong. Collagen is rich in amino acids such as glycine and glutamine which are both great for brain health and over all mental well-being. These two amino acids also help support the immune system and strengthen the gut lining. The benefits of consuming collagen are endless! 

So why put the two together? MCT and collagen are a great combination because they will give you the energy you require as well as keeping you satiated. Fat and protein both do a great job of making you feel more balanced by keeping your blood glucose levels in check. The combination of these two mixes well in a warm beverage or go great in any type of pudding or even in your baking. Mixing the two together will give you the necessary nutrition your body needs to preform every day! 

From effectively absorbing nutrients, to keeping our skin firm and resilient, it all starts in the gut, and from there it makes its way all around the body, right to the hair on your head! It is best to take the combination first thing in the morning for a good boost to your day, or in midafternoon when you need a ‘pick me up’, instead of reaching for that afternoon sweet.

Enjoy the combination daily and thrive from the benefits both collagen and MCT combined have to offer!