Medium-chain triglyceride, MCT, chemical structure

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Medium-chain triglyceride, MCT, chemical structure. Example with 3 medium-chain fatty acids. Caproic acid in green, caprylic in blue and capric acid in orange. Used in ketogenic diet and bodybuilding.

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