Phosphatidylcholine

Phosphatidylcholine is a phospholipid with a choline attachment and is found in soy lecithin.

Quick Answer

What it is

Phosphatidylcholine is a phospholipid with a choline attachment and is found in soy lecithin.

Key findings

  • Grade D: High-density lipoprotein (HDL)
  • Grade D: Low-density lipoprotein (LDL)
  • Grade N/A: Total cholesterol

Safety

No specific caution or interaction language was detected in the current summary/outcome notes.

ℹ️ Quick Facts: Phosphatidylcholine

Quick Facts: Phosphatidylcholine

  • Best Evidence:Grade D
  • Conditions Studied:0
  • Research Outcomes:4
Outcomes by grade:
A0
B0
C0
D2
0 conditions · 4 outcomes

Detailed Outcomes

D
High-density lipoprotein (HDL)
No effect
1 study
none
D
Low-density lipoprotein (LDL)
No effect
1 study
none
?
Total cholesterol
1 study
Improves
?
Triglycerides
1 study
Improves

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