{"product_id":"c8-mct-oil-powder","title":"C8 MCT Oil Powder","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA pure C8 MCT oil powder made from 70% coconut-derived caprylic acid and 30% acacia fibre — the most potent and fast-acting form of MCT available. Dissolves cleanly into coffee, shakes, or smoothies with no oily texture. Supports fast-burning energy, mental clarity, and physical endurance, with added prebiotic gut support from the acacia fibre carrier.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProduct Overview\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMCT stands for medium-chain triglycerides — a type of fat that your body processes very differently from most other fats. Rather than being stored, MCTs are sent directly to the liver where they're quickly converted into ketones — a fast, clean fuel source that your brain and muscles can use almost immediately, without needing carbohydrates to do it.\u003cbr\u003eNot all MCTs work the same way. C8 (caprylic acid) is the most potent and fastest-converting MCT available. It produces more ketones per gram than the more commonly used C10 or C12 forms, and converts to usable energy within minutes of consumption. Many cheaper MCT products blend C8 with C10, C12, or lauric acid to reduce cost — but these forms convert far more slowly and produce fewer ketones. This product contains only C8.\u003cbr\u003eThe powder format solves the main complaint people have with liquid MCT oil — the oily texture and digestive discomfort that comes from adding straight oil to coffee or shakes. By encapsulating the MCT in acacia fibre, the powder mixes smoothly and sits much gentler on the gut. The acacia fibre itself is a prebiotic that feeds beneficial gut bacteria — making this a cleaner choice than powders that use maltodextrin or other cheap binders that spike blood sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhy This Formula\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe key choices in this formula are C8 purity and acacia fibre as the carrier — and both matter.\u003cbr\u003eC8 is the only MCT used here because it's the most effective one for ketone production and fast energy. C6, while technically an MCT, is harsh on the gut and has an unpleasant taste. C10 converts more slowly than C8. C12 (lauric acid) behaves more like a long-chain fat and doesn't convert to ketones efficiently at all. Using only C8 means every gram you take is working as hard as possible.\u003cbr\u003eAcacia fibre is the best available carrier for MCT powder. Most brands use maltodextrin — a cheap starch that spikes blood sugar and undermines the very benefits MCT is taken for, particularly when fasting or following a low-carb approach. Acacia fibre has a negligible effect on blood sugar, is well-tolerated by most people, and acts as a prebiotic to support gut health alongside the energy benefits. No sweeteners, no fillers, no excipients of any kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eIngredients\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eC8 MCT Oil (Caprylic Acid, coconut-derived): 70%\u003cbr\u003eAcacia Fibre (Gum Arabic, from Acacia senegal and Acacia seyal): 30%\u003cbr\u003eNo sweeteners · No fillers · No excipients · Coconut-derived · Palm oil free · Vegan\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Powder. Mix 1 tablespoon (approx. 10g) into coffee, matcha, cacao, smoothie, or baked goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eHow to Use\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd one tablespoon to your morning coffee, matcha, or smoothie and stir or blend until dissolved. It mixes cleanly without clumping and leaves no oily film. Can also be used in baking or added to savoury dishes.\u003cbr\u003eFor best results, take on an empty stomach or during a fasting window, or alongside a low-carbohydrate meal. Start with half a tablespoon if you're new to MCT powder and build up over a week or two — this gives your digestive system time to adjust and minimises the chance of any gut discomfort.\u003cbr\u003ePairs well with intermittent fasting: consuming MCT during your fasting window provides clean fuel without breaking the metabolic state you're maintaining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWho It's For\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good fit if you:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant fast, clean energy in the morning without the blood sugar spike from carbohydrates\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast intermittently and want fuel that keeps you sharp without breaking your fast\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrain and want a quick fuel source before or during exercise\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow a low-carb, keto, or paleo approach and want a clean daily fat source\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave tried liquid MCT oil and found it too harsh or oily to use consistently\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant a simple, pure product with no fillers or synthetic additives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKey Benefits\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePure C8 caprylic acid — the fastest-converting, most ketone-productive MCT\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConverts to usable energy within minutes — no carbs needed\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports mental clarity, focus, and sustained physical energy\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcacia fibre carrier — prebiotic gut support, no blood sugar spike\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo maltodextrin, no fillers, no sweeteners\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixes cleanly into hot or cold drinks — no oily texture\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoconut-derived, palm oil free, vegan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Primal Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43078507167834,"sku":null,"price":49.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/0327\/2282\/files\/4_7d9c986f-7c59-4d4c-964e-610bb82d05eb.png?v=1722131075","url":"https:\/\/citadelhealthstore.com.au\/products\/c8-mct-oil-powder","provider":"Citadel Health Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}