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1-2 tablespoons (14-28g) daily; start with 1 teaspoon and increase gradually to minimize GI side effects
Maximum dose: 3 tablespoons/day (42g); higher doses significantly increase saturated fat intake and LDL cholesterol; coconut oil should replace — not add to — existing dietary fat
General recommendation: 1-2 tablespoons (14-28g) daily; start with 1 teaspoon and increase gradually to minimize GI side effects
Timing: With meals or in coffee/smoothies; morning dosing may maximize ketone-driven energy benefits; introduce gradually (start 1 tsp) to avoid GI distress • Take with food for best absorption.
| Condition | Recommended Dose | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cognitive support / brain fuel | 1-2 tablespoons daily (or 1 tablespoon MCT oil for higher ketone yield) | Emerging |
| Energy and thermogenesis | 1-2 tablespoons daily replacing other dietary fats | Emerging |
| Skin moisturization (topical) | Apply thin layer to skin as needed | Emerging |
| Antimicrobial support | 1-2 tablespoons daily (providing ~7-14g lauric acid) | Preliminary |
| Weight management | 1-2 tablespoons daily replacing equivalent calories from other fats | Emerging |
Upper limit: 3 tablespoons/day (42g); higher doses significantly increase saturated fat intake and LDL cholesterol; coconut oil should replace — not add to — existing dietary fat
With meals or in coffee/smoothies; morning dosing may maximize ketone-driven energy benefits; introduce gradually (start 1 tsp) to avoid GI distress
Best taken with food for optimal absorption.
