Choline
Choline plays an important role in the nervous system. It is a component of lecithin and part of the Vitamin B complex.
Action
It helps to;
-produce acetyl choline, a substance essential for transmission of signals in the nervous system
-transport fat into the body cells
-maintain health of the liver and kidneys
The deficiency of choline leads to internal bleeding, high blood pressure, heart diseases and degeneration of the liver.
Action
It helps to;
-produce acetyl choline, a substance essential for transmission of signals in the nervous system
-transport fat into the body cells
-maintain health of the liver and kidneys
The deficiency of choline leads to internal bleeding, high blood pressure, heart diseases and degeneration of the liver.
Side effects
Over doze may cause dizziness, nausea and vomiting
Recommended Dietary Allowances
A typical diet provides 500-900mg daily, but do not exceed more than 1gm per day.
Sources
Cabbage, cauliflower, green beans, lentils, soybeans, egg, rice and liver are the major sources of choline.
Over doze may cause dizziness, nausea and vomiting
Recommended Dietary Allowances
A typical diet provides 500-900mg daily, but do not exceed more than 1gm per day.
Sources
Cabbage, cauliflower, green beans, lentils, soybeans, egg, rice and liver are the major sources of choline.
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