The Science-Backed Power of MCT Oil in Coffee: Why It’s More Than Just a Trend

By P. Andersson

The Science-Backed Power of MCT Oil in Coffee: Why It’s More Than Just a Trend

Let’s be honest, most people drink coffee just to get through the day. We’ve all been there: the mid-morning slump, the 3 p.m. crash, the temporary high that fades just as fast as it hits.

 

At nutru, we asked a simple question: What if coffee could do more? Not just wake you up, but help you stay sharp, support your metabolism, and actually contribute to your overall wellbeing?

 

That question led us to create nutru power coffee — our cold-brew, plant-based coffee-to-go, made with clean, functional ingredients. At the heart of it? MCT oil, one of the most impactful upgrades you can add to your cup of joe.

 

In this article, we explore what MCT oil is, why it works so well with coffee, and how it can help you naturally feel more energized, more focused, and more in control.

 

What Is MCT Oil?

 

MCT stands for Medium-Chain Triglycerides, a type of fat found mostly in coconuts. Unlike most fats that take time to digest and break down, MCTs are absorbed and converted quickly into energy or ketones, a clean fuel source that the brain and body love. 

 

There are four types of MCTs, but the two most effective are: 

 

  • C8 (Caprylic Acid): Fast energy, highly ketogenic 

  • C10 (Capric Acid): Supports metabolism and brain function 

 

These are the MCTs you'll find in high-quality oils, and they're the ones we use in nutru power coffee.

 

Why Add MCT Oil to Coffee? 

 

Combining MCT oil with coffee might sound trendy, but the science behind it is solid. You’re taking the fast-acting stimulation of caffeine and pairing it with a fat that delivers stable, sustained energy and mental clarity. This pairing is often known as Bulletproof Coffee, and it helps your body stay in a fat-burning state by supplying clean, carb-free energy.

 

1. Energy That Lasts (Without the Crash) 

 

We’ve all experienced the classic caffeine spike and the inevitable crash that follows. MCT oil helps balance that effect by slowing how caffeine is absorbed in the body. That results in a smoother boost of energy that keeps you going longer.

 

Furthermore, a study published in the Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry found that MCTs improve how your cells produce energy, helping reduce fatigue and keeping you feeling alert longer.¹

 

2. A Boost to Metabolism and Focus 

 

MCTs are known to be thermogenic, meaning they can increase your body’s calorie-burning rate, even when at rest. More importantly, MCTs convert into ketones, which your brain uses more efficiently than glucose.

 

That’s why many people feel mentally sharper after adding MCT oil to their routine. This effect makes MCT oil especially good for the brain — supporting memory, mood, and mental clarity. A 2018 study in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease even found that MCT oil improved memory performance in older adults with mild cognitive impairment.²

 

Why We Put MCT Oil in nutru power coffee 

 

We didn’t create nutru power coffee just to follow the functional food trend. We built it for people like you who want more from their coffee. Something clean. Something convenient. And something that actually helps you perform at your best. 

 

Here’s what you’ll find in every bottle: 

 

  • Cold-brew coffee – for clean, smooth caffeine 

  • MCT oil – for steady energy and mental clarity 

  • Plant (pea) protein – to support satiety and daily nutrition 

  • Oat milk – for a naturally creamy, balanced taste 

  • Agave – a natural sweetener with a very low glycemic index  

 

No dairy. No artificial sweeteners. No synthetic energy. Just real ingredients that work together to deliver real results. 

 

What the Experts Are Saying 

 

You don’t have to take our word for it. MCT oil is widely used and recommended by nutrition experts for its proven benefits. 

 

Scientific research supports improved daily cognitive function and productivity. As Ashton et al. state: « MCT ingestion improved cognitive performance after 2–3 weeks... »  

 

Beyond cognitive benefits, MCT oil is also praised for its positive impact on athletic performance.

 

By providing a quick source of energy and enhancing fat oxidation, MCT oil helps athletes sustain endurance and delay fatigue, making it a valuable addition to any high-performance routine. From athletes to entrepreneurs, MCT coffee has become a staple in high-performance routines.  

 

Bottom Line: It’s Coffee, Upgraded 

 

If your daily coffee isn’t helping you feel focused, energized, and in balance, it might be time to upgrade. 

 

MCT oil is backed by science and loved by those who value real results. And when it’s blended with clean cold brew and plant-based protein, it becomes more than a drink — it becomes a tool for performance. 

 

Whether you’re at work, on-the-go, going or just need to get through a busy day, nutru power coffee is your go-to. 

 

References 

 

¹ Wang, Y., Liu, Z., Han, Y., Xu, J., Huang, W., & Li, Z. (2018). Medium chain triglycerides enhance exercise endurance through increased mitochondrial biogenesis and metabolism. PLOS ONE, 13(3), e0193052. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0193052 

 

² Cunnane, S. C., Courchesne-Loyer, A., Vandenberghe, C., et al. (2016). Can ketones help rescue brain fuel supply in later life? Implications for cognitive health during aging and the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. Frontiers in Molecular Neuroscience, 9, 53. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnmol.2016.00053 

 

³ Ashton, J. S., Roberts, J. W., Wakefield, C. J., Page, R. M., MacLaren, D. P. M., Marwood, S., & Malone, J. J. (2021). The effects of medium chain triglyceride (MCT) supplementation using a C8:C10 ratio of 30:70 on cognitive performance in healthy young adults. Physiology & Behavior, 229, 113252. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33220329/ 

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