Is medium-chain triglyceride oil dairy?

Medium-Chain Triglyceride Oil may not be dairy free. MCT oil can be sourced from various ingredients including beef, pork, dairy, palm oil or coconut oil. Medium-Chain Triglyceride Oil may not be safe for those with a milk allergy.

Fig's dietitian team reviewed this note on medium-chain triglyceride oil. Check if other ingredients have dairy instantly with the Fig app.

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Starting a dairy-free diet?

If you're considering a dairy-free diet, we suggest reading our guide, Introduction to a Dairy-Free Diet. This will help you decide if the diet is appropriate for you. People avoid dairy for a variety of reasons. Many follow a dairy-free diet because of a milk allergy. There's a difference between a milk allergy and a milk intolerance.

There are more than 100 ingredients to avoid on a dairy-free diet. Use the Fig app to easily check if ingredients like medium-chain triglyceride oil are compliant with the diet. FARE and Go Dairy Free are other helpful resources.

We've done our best to verify the accuracy of our note on medium-chain triglyceride oil; however, it's best to work with your doctor or dietitian to determine your unique needs.