Choline

Choline is a dietary component found in many protein and fat-containing foods. It is a cell-signaling molecule, acetylcholine precursor, and adds structural integrity to cell membranes.*

Choline, especially in lecithin form, is a basic dietary component found in the phospholipids of protein-containing foods such as eggs, meats, soybeans, or peanuts.

Like tyrosine, dietary choline is an effective neurotransmitter precursor - it has been suggested that choline is the precursor for the production of acetylcholine.* It is believed that acetylcholine is released in the brain and plays a part in many brain functions.*

As a precursor to the production of acetylcholine, choline supplementation can be used to support memory capacity.* Choline is commonly used in conjunction with other acetylcholine-promoting supplements to optimize neuromuscular transmission.* Because dietary lecithin is a great source for phospholipid choline concentrations, lecithin is better-tolerated by the body than by supplementing with choline alone.*

Anyone looking to promote healthy brain function such as focus, memory, and performance should look into using choline as a dietary supplement. Your brain runs the show when you are working, training, and resting, so make sure your brain is firing on all cylinders!

In trained endurance athletes, choline concentrations in the blood can be reduced by up to 40% during training or competition. This reduction in blood choline could lead to a reduction in acetylcholine synthesis and therefore affect focus, memory, and performance. Choline supplementation can help to replenish these reduced blood choline concentrations, allowing you to keep your head in the game from start to finish!*

Most choline products recommend 1 gram of choline per day for proper supplementation. Always follow package directions, however, because choline products commonly have different serving recommendations and design.

Take care of things upstairs with choline!