How Lecithin works

Lecithin or phosphatidylcholine is a type of lipid (phospholipid) naturally found in the body and plays important roles in maintenance of cell membrane (outer protective covering of cells) which is essential for several biological processes. As a health supplement, lecithin is known to lower blood levels of cholesterol by aiding its removal; protect the liver from toxins and infections (hepatoprotective) and protect the nervous stem by nourishing the cell membrane..

Side Effects

Nausea, Abdominal bloating, Stomach pain

Usage

Lecithin is used in nutritional deficiencies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Lecithin vegetarian/vegan/halal/gluten free?

Please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand regarding source and other additives before use

Q. Is Lecithin safe/bad for you?

Lecithin is a type of lipid or fat (phospholipid) that offers several health benefits. In the form of a supplement it is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Is Lecithin a protein?

No. Lecithin is a type of lipid or fat (phospholipid) that offers several health benefits

Q. Is Lecithin soy?

Soy or soybean is a major source of Lecithin

Q. Can I take lecithin with fish oil/ thyroxin/ antibiotics/ statins/ blood pressure tablets/ simvastatin?

Yes.There are no known major interactions of lecithin with fish oil, thyroxin, commonly used antibiotics or blood pressure medicines and statins including simvastatin

Q. Does Lecithin help lose weight?

It may be beneficial in reducing body weight. Lecithin is usually used as a part of a regimen that includes diet, exercise and other medications

Q. Reduce cholesterol?

Lecithin is used to aid treatment of lowering blood cholesterol

Q. Does Lecithin lower blood pressure/thin blood/burn fat/decrease milk supply?

Lecithin has no known effect on lowering blood pressure or changing the fluidity of blood. It does not ‘burn fat' (increase metabolism that helps lower fat).It reduces fat through a different mechanism. Lecithin has no known effect on production or release of breast milk

Q. Does Lecithin cause gas/ acne?

No.Causing gas and acne are not among the possible side effects of Lecithin

Q. Does Lecithin help with memory?

Lecithin has shown positive effects on memory in patients with Alzheimer's disease or dementia.