Description
Lecithin is a mixture of fats that are essential to cells in the human body. It can be found in many foods, including soybeans and egg yolks.
In the diet, lecithin is the main source of choline, a nutrient similar to the B vitamins. Lecithin is converted into acetylcholine, a substance that transmits nerve impulses.
People use lecithin for Alzheimer disease and dementia, Parkinson disease, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Likely InEffective for
- Alzheimer disease. Taking lecithin by mouth doesn’t seem to improve mental abilities or slow the progression of Alzheimer disease.
There is interest in using Lecithin for a number of other purposes, but there isn’t enough reliable information to say whether it might be helpful.
When applied to the skin: Lecithin is likely safe for most adults.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Lecithin is commonly consumed in foods. There isn’t enough reliable information to know if lecithin is safe to use in larger amounts as medicine when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and stick to food amounts.
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