Effects of Liquid Lecithin

Liquid lecithin is an emulsifier and a compound found in all living plant or animal; it is necessary for the body's proper biological functions, according to Lecithin Guide website. Lecithin is found in foods such as eggs, steak, peanuts and beef liver and is commercially made from soybeans, egg yolk or brain tissue. According to Drugs.com, liquid lecithin may help to lower high cholesterol, maintain a healthy liver and benefit neurological disorders. Liquid lecithin should be taken with the advice and under the supervision of a health care practitioner.

Lowers Cholesterol

High cholesterol levels will increase the risks of heart disease, stroke and peripheral artery disease. Heart disease is the leading cause of death of men and women in the United States. Liquid lecithin may help to reduce cholesterol levels which will help to reduce the risk of these conditions. According to Drugs.com, although there are no definitive results to support atherosclerosis progression, some studies have shown promising results in reducing cholesterol levels as well as changes in fat metabolism.

Promotes Liver Functions

The liver is a complex organ; responsible for various functions of the body, including digestion, production of bile, the absorption of fats and the removal of toxins from the body, according to the University of Southern California. A healthy functioning liver promotes proper liver functions and promotes good health. Liquid lecithin helps to keep the liver cells healthy which facilitates its complex functions and promotes the filtering of waste products, toxins and harmful molecules from the blood, according to Lecithin Guide website.

Improves Neurological Disorders

Liquid lecithin is a rich source of choline; a component that acts to increase the neurotransmitter acetylcholine which is vital for many brain functions, according to Drugs.com. This makes liquid lecithin beneficial for treating dementias and to enhance memory and cognitive functions, according to Lecithin Guide website. According to Drugs.com, a study with lecithin supplement and memory difficulties in patients with Alzheimer disease, three of seven patients receiving 25 g of lecithin showed increase in their choline levels and improvement in their learning ability.

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