choline bitartrate, choline chloride, choline dihydrogen Choline
is a water-soluble component of many important chemicals within
the body. Although not all choline functions and interactions
are known, it is believed that choline is necessary for normal
liver and kidney function. Choline is also a component of the
neurotransmitter acetylcholine, a chemical that passes messages
between nerves, and between nerves and muscles. Choline is also
the building block of lecithin and sphingomyelins. Lecithin is a
major component of cell walls, plasma and lipoproteins.
Sphingomyelin is the insulating material of brain and nerve
tissue. Medically valid uses Most people obtain sufficient
choline from their diet. Because deficiency occurs only under
unusual circumstances, use of choline supplements is limited.
Choline currently does not have a well-established use as a
supplement in healthy individuals. Please note that this section
reports on claims that have NOT yet been substantiated through
scientific studies. Choline