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Choline was discovered by Andreas Strecker in 1862 and chemically synthesized in 1866. The Food and Nutrition Board of the Institute of Medicine (U.S.A.) classified Choline as an essential nutrient in 1998 and Adequate Intakes (AI) have been established. Choline is something the body can make naturally. It is found in many foods such as cabbage, egg yolk, liver, caviar, cauliflower, lentils, and nuts, which makes it difficult to become Choline deficient.
Choline is needed for the proper transmission of nerve impulses from the brain through the central nervous system, as well as for gallbladder regulation, liver function, and lecithin formation. It aids in hormone production and minimizes excess fat in the liver because it aids in fat and cholesterol metabolism. Without choline, brain function and memory are impaired. Choline is beneficial for disorders of the nervous system such as Parkinson's disease and tardive dyskinesia. A deficiency may result in fatty buildup in the liver, as well as in cardiac symptoms, gastric ulcers, high blood pressure, the inability to digest fats, kidney and liver impairment, and stunted growth.
CHOLINE USES & HEALTH
It is believed Choline can increase the mobilization of fatty acids, thereby helping people loose body fat. Choline is widely used as part of a weight control program, but more importantly it has been used to control fat and cholesterol buildup in the body, prevent fat from accumulating in the liver, and facilitate the movement of fats in the cells. Choline has also been used to help regulate the kidneys, liver, and gallbladder. It is an important factor in nerve transmission and can help improve memory. Some studies have shown evidence that Choline supplements, if taken at the right time and in the right dosage, may help the nervous system continue to stimulate muscle cells, which would be helpful to distance runners in maintaining their pace to the finish line.
Choline is an essential nutrient involved in many body functions that is easily included in the diet. Choline is important to the structure and function of cells. Choline is also the base for many metabolic functions of the body, it also helps synthesis other items: phosphatidylcholine, Choline bitartrate, Choline sphingomyelin, acetylcholine and Betaine. These nutrients are crucial to the body for they support the neurotransmitters, the cell membranes and maintain homocysteine levels and more research is being done.
Increased Choline intake has recently been recommended by the Food and Nutrition Board of the National Academy of Sciences for pregnant and nursing women to help ensure normal fetal brain development. Also phosphatidylcholine may be helpful in some liver diseases, manic conditions, cognitive disorders, tardive dyskinesia and possibly some cancers.
CHOLINE DIETARY SOURCES
The following foods contain significant amounts of choline: egg yolks, lecithin, legumes, meat, milk, soybeans, and whole-grain cereals.
CHOLINE DIETARY DOSAGE
An adequate intake of Choline is recommended to be 550 mg per day for men and 425 mg a day for women. Choline is safe to take as a regular supplement. Always read product label directions before use.
The Food and Nutrition Board of the National Academy of Sciences is impressed enough with the research to date that it has recently recommended that 425 milligrams of Choline daily for women who are not pregnant, 450 milligrams daily for pregnant women and 550 milligrams daily for nursing women.
CHOLINE SAFETY & INTERACTION
Taking excessive amounts of Choline could cause the user to have a fishy odor, nausea, depression, and could trigger existing epilepsy. It is important to follow label instructions. Other known side effects are hypotension, sweating, salivation, flatulence, and diarrhea.
Trimethylaminuria or fish odor syndrome: Trimethylamine, which is produced from Choline, is excreted from the body via the urine, sweat, breath and other bodily secretions. Those with the primary genetic Trimethyluria (the inherited enzyme deficiency) should restrict the intake of Choline. Also, those with certain types of liver disease caused by any of the hepatitis viruses or from other etiologies may develop fishy body odor when taking supplemental Choline. Choline should not be taken in such cases.
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Nature's Way Choline is 100% natural choline with improved absorption.
Herbal Remedies: Lecithin Concentrate, Nature's Way, 400 mg, 100 Softgels
Nature's Way Lecithin Supplement is 100% natural from soy oil and it contains no artificial ingredients or preservatives.
Herbal Remedies: Lecithin Fine Vegetarian Granules, NOW Foods, 97% Phosphatides, Pure & Fresh, 1 lb.
Contains Choline & Inositol which are essential for the breakdown of fats and cholesterol. It helps prevent arterial congestion, helps distribute bodyweight, increases immunity to virus infections, cleans the liver and purifies the kidneys.
Herbal Remedies: Lecithin Supplement, Nature's Way, 1200 mg, 100 Softgels
Nature's Way Lecithin Supplement, with naturally occurring phosphatides, is 100% natural from soy oil.
Herbal Remedies: Lecithin Vegetarian Granules, NOW Foods, 97% Phosphatides, ID-Preserved, Non-GE, 1 lb.
Lecithin is used to strengthen the heart as it clears the blood vessels of cholesterol and is used in weight loss programs to help dissolve fat.
Herbal Remedies: Lecithin Vegetarian Granules, NOW Foods, 97% Phosphatides, Pure & Fresh, 1 lb.
Lecithin is a naturally occurring compound found in all cells in nature, plant and animal. It plays a major role in almost all biological processes - including nerve transmission, breathing and energy production.
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Lecithin is a rich source of choline, which the body requires to make acetyl choline, a neurotransmitter which is essential for normal nerve function.
Herbal Remedies: Liquid Lecithin, NOW Foods, Vegetarian, 16 fl. oz.
Lecithin is a naturally occurring compound found in all cells in nature, both plant and animal.
Herbal Remedies: Phosphatidylcholine, Derived From Soy, Allergy Research Group / Nutricology, 100 Softgels
Phosphatidylcholine, a primary component of lecithin, is converted in the brain into the neurotransmitter acetylcholine. Researchers have found acetylcholine to be a primary carrier of memory.
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