Have you not heard of people having stomach cramps or even diarrhea after drinking MCT oil? That's the best evidence to show that MCT oil does not cause constipation. But if you're taking MCT oil powder, then you... find out more ›
Quickies
Quick answers to short questions on coconut oil.
Is virgin coconut oil good for constipation?
What gives coconut oil its laxative effect for constipation relief? The MCTs (medium-chain triglycerides), which are the "movers and shakers" that soften stool and stimulate bowels. And virgin coconut oil carries about... find out more ›
How much coconut oil for constipation?
How much coconut oil you need per day for constipation depends on how your body responds to the laxative effect of coconut oil. If a single dose of... find out more ›
Does virgin coconut oil have MCT?
It's the MCT (medium-chain triglyceride) that makes virgin coconut oil beneficial to our health. So yes, virgin coconut oil has MCT, about 50 – 64%, depending on various factors such as quality of coconut used, types of coconut used, processing method, environmental conditions, method of farming etc. But having MCT doesn't make... find out more ›
Does drinking coconut oil make you poop?
Drinking coconut oil does make you poop more easily especially when your stomach is empty. An empty stomach enables coconut oil to digest faster and break down into laxative compounds that trigger... find out more ›