Fearn Natural Foods Liquid Lecithin, 16 Ounce

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Low doses of 10 to 30 grams per day of lecithin supplements do not appear to cause any major side effects, according to Vanderbilt University. However, higher doses can cause gastrointestinal problems, diarrhea, weight gain, a rash and headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness and a fishy body odor. These effects are not seen with phosphatidylcholine supplementation, indicating that other ingredients of lecithin supplements contribute to the side effects. Goldberg AC, Ostlund RE, Bateman JH, et al. Effect of plant stanol tablets on low-density lipoprotein cholesterol lowering in patients on statin drugs.Am J Cardiol. 2-1-2006;97:376-79. View abstract.

Mourad AM, de Carvalho Pincinato E, Mazzola PG, et al. Influence of soy lecithin administration on hypercholesterolemia. Cholesterol. 2010;2010:1-4. doi:10.1155/2010/824813Hirose A, et al. Effect of soy lecithin on fatigue and menopausal symptoms in middle-aged women: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study It is best to get lecithin through food. Supplements are not monitored by the FDA for safety or purity. People should research the supplements and the brand names before taking them. If someone has high cholesterol or a history of heart disease, they should discuss the supplement with their doctor. Kraft JN, Lynde CW. Moisturizers: what they are and a practical approach to product selection. Skin Ther Lett 2005;10(5):1-8.

Javaid S, Farooq T, Rehman Z, et al. Dynamics of choline-containing phospholipids in traumatic brain injury and associated comorbidities. Int J Mol Sci. 2021;22(21):11313. doi:10.3390/ijms222111313 How does lecithin affect my sleep schedule? There is insufficient evidence to suggest that lecithin has any impact on the sleep-wake cycle. If you have started taking lecithin and are experiencing a disruption in your normal routine, please consult your doctor. Nasab ME, Takzaree N, Saffari PM, Partoazar A. In vitro antioxidant activity and in vivo wound-healing effect of lecithin liposomes: a comparative study. J Comp Eff Res. 2019;8(8):633-643. doi:10.2217/cer-2018-0128Can I take lecithin if I am on other medications? There are no clear indicators that lecithin interacts negatively with other medications; however, if you are on any prescription and want to start taking a supplement, always consult with your doctor before doing so.