Can You Take MCT Oil and Vitamin E Together?

May affect absorption

The short answer

MCT Oil bypasses normal lipid absorption pathways and is absorbed directly via the portal vein. This means MCT Oil does not form the micelles that fat-soluble Vitamin E requires for absorption, potentially reducing Vitamin E uptake.

How to arrange timing

Take Vitamin E with a meal containing long-chain fats rather than with MCT Oil, as MCTs do not support fat-soluble vitamin absorption well.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Bach AC, Babayan VK, American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 1982; Medium-chain triglyceride absorption pathway differences

Important context

Whether supplements suit you together also depends on dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.