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EPISODE · Nov 13, 2025 · 12 MIN

The Truth About MCTs: Why This “Healthy Fat” Isn’t What You Think

from Decoding Health · host Dr. Urban A. Kiernan

Send us Fan MailIn this eye-opening episode of Decoding Health, we uncover the real science behind MCT oils—and why this so-called “healthy fat” might not be what you think. From breaking down what medium chain triglycerides really are to explaining how they’re processed in the body, this episode separates hype from hard science. You’ll learn how MCTs differ from traditional fats, why they don’t raise triglyceride levels in the bloodstream, and how they support cellular energy, brain function, and metabolic health—without the risks tied to long-chain fats. This conversation dismantles marketing myths, simplifies biochemistry, and empowers you to make smarter nutritional choices based on real science, not social media buzz.Are you eager to explore more about health and wellness? Discover an all natural solution to combating the GLP-1 Receptor Agonist craze. Click on the link below and explore the Feel Great System - a clinically proven approach to boosting natural GLP-1 production, suppressing appetite and improving both your metabolism and weight.https://ufeelgreat.com/usa/en/c/LiveFreeAs a Decoding Health viewer, you get wholesale pricing and a money back guarantee. Give it a try and let us know your results.https://imbiopharma.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/urban-a-kiernan-ph-d-8568b621/https://www.youtube.com/@DecodingHealthPodcastThank you to our sponsor - iMetabolic Biopharma Corporation: Together, we can be the next stage in developing a revolutionary approach to drug discovery.  We give communities the opportunity to invest in their own health as we improve how drugs are discovered to make them more effective and affordable. Visit https://imbiopharma.com/ to learn more.This show is proudly produced at PS Studios — learn more https://www.psstudios.co

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Send us Fan Mail In this eye-opening episode of Decoding Health, we uncover the real science behind MCT oils—and why this so-called “healthy fat” might not be what you think. From breaking down what medium chain triglycerides really are to explaining how they’re processed in the body, this episode separates hype from hard science. You’ll learn how MCTs differ from traditional fats, why they don’t raise triglyceride levels in the bloodstream, and how they support cellular energy, brain functio...

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