Phosphatidyl choline is a structural component in your body that contains choline. Choline is an essential nutrient for your body. This choline-containing molecule plays an important role in cell signaling, nerve impulse transport, lipid transport and metabolism. Phosphatidyl choline is an important component of low-density lipoproteins in your body. Without phosphatidyl choline, fat and cholesterol may accumulate in your body. Many potential health benefits are associated with this important molecule.
Potential Fat Reduction
A 2004 study documented in "Dermatologic Surgery" notes that phosphatidyl choline formula injections may be used to treat fat accumulation in your body. The study found that a component in the phosphatidyl choline formulation, sodium deoxycholate, is the major reason for this fat reduction. The study notes that physicians should use caution with this formulation until more data is established.
Cardiovascular Benefits
The potential of phosphatidyl choline, the form of choline in foods, to lower homocysteine levels in men was studied and described in a 2005 issue of "The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition." High homocysteine levels are implicated in the onset of heart problems, including cardiovascular disease. The subjects given the phosphatidyl choline demonstrated lowered levels of homocysteine in their blood. Thus, the study determined that this form of choline may be effective in lowering the risk for cardiovascular disease.
Anti-inflammatory Effect in Ulcerative Colitis
The potential of phosphatidyl choline supplements to have an anti-inflammatory effect in ulcerative colitis patients was examined and reported in a 2005 issue of "Gut." The study determined that slow-release oral supplements of this compound can relieve the inflammation that occurs in a person with ulcerative colitis. This suggests a role of phosphatidyl choline to help relieve and control symptoms of ulcerative colitis.
References
- PubMed.gov: Detergent Effects Of Sodium Deoxycholate Are A Major Feature Of An Injectable Phosphatidylcholine Formulation Used For Localized Fat Dissolution
- PubMed.gov: Choline Supplemented as Phosphatidylcholine Decreases Fasting and Postmethionine-loading Plasma Homocysteine Concentrations in Healthy Men
- PubMed.gov: Retarded Release Phosphatidylcholine Benefits Patients With Chronic Active Ulcerative Colitis
- Oregon State University Linus Pauling Institute: Choline
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