| Solgar Lecithin 300 mg, 100 softgels
Lecithin is used in foods as a fat emulsifier. As a nutritional supplement, its a natural source of many nutrients including phosphatidylcholine, phosphatidylinositol, phosphatidylserine and other phosphatides. Lecithins most important physiological function may be its role in the biochemical processes of cell membranes, mitochondria and plasma.
Solgar offers a comprehensive variety of supplements that can be tailored to meet individual requirements for nutrition and lifestyle. For example, our soy-based supplements do not generally include Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs). We also offer Kosher, organic and vegetarian products in varied doses and forms.
Facts about Lecithin
- Lecithin is produced by the liver
- Lecithin is needed by every cell in the body and is a key building block of cell membranes; without it they would harden
- Lecithin protects cells from oxidation
- Lecithin is an integral part of cell membranes,and can be totally metabolized, so it is virtually non-toxicto humans
- Lecithin is approved by the FDA for human consumption with the status "Generally Recognised As Safe"
- A major source of lecithin is soybean oil
- For a while, lecithin/phosphatidylcholine was one of the most commonly recommended natural treatments for high cholesterol
- Because phosphatidylcholine plays a role in nerve function, it has also been suggested as a treatment for various psychological and neurological disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease, bipolar disorder, Tourette's syndrome, and tardive dyskinesia (a late-developing side effect of drugs used for psychosis)
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