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Nutrition 101: Choline
Published in March 2007
Prepared by Jessica Hookham
Reviewed by Gloria Tsang, RD
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Recommended Intake
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- Males ≥ 19 years: 550 mg/day
- Females ≥ 19 years: 425 mg/day
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What's Choline for?
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- Structural component of the phosphatidylcholine, which is essential for the structure of cell membranes
- Involved in the production of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter
- Serves as a precursor for betaine, which may be useful in preventing cardiovascular disease
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Best Food sources
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- Dairy, eggs, peanuts, soya, liver, cauliflower, iceberg lettuce
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