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Normal phosphatidylcholine levels can prevent hepatic lipid accumulation since phosphatidylcholine is necessary for the production and secretion of very low-density lipoproteins (VLDL), which transport triglycerides from the liver. Phosphatidylcholines can lead to the accumulation of VLDL and triglycerides in the liver, negatively affecting liver function and health. Recent in vitro tests have shown that hepatocytes can also overproduce free radicals when in a choline-deficient environment; excess production of reactive oxygen species can damage DNA and impair liver function. In a randomized, double-blind trial, 57 healthy adults adopted a choline-deficient diet. After six weeks of depletion, fatty liver, liver damage, and muscle damage were observed in 68% of participants. When choline was reinstated in the diet, organ dysfunction was corrected in all participants within six weeks.\n","brand":"Genestra Brands","offers":[{"title":"90 Capsules","offer_id":41620046250155,"sku":"phos-choline-genestra-brands-90-gélules","price":25.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2993\/1664\/products\/526-90c_rgb.png?v=1749236089"},{"product_id":"choline-inositol-nac-xpn","title":"Choline Inositol + NAC","description":"\nFormula to aid detoxification and liver cleansing\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n\nCholine and inositol are lipotropic agents necessary for fat metabolism.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eN-acetylcysteine ​​(NAC) stimulates the production of glutathione, a powerful antioxidant.\n","brand":"XPN","offers":[{"title":"180 capsules","offer_id":42582135373995,"sku":"choline-inositol-nac-xpn-default-title","price":29.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2993\/1664\/files\/Choline-Inositol-NAC-xpn-180caps.webp?v=1781016366"},{"product_id":"cyto-choline","title":"Cyto Choline","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e275 mg of choline per capsule in highly bioavailable choline bitartrate salt to support liver health, fetal neurodevelopment during pregnancy, and cognitive function in older adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e 275 mg of choline per capsule, as a highly bioavailable choline bitartrate salt, providing a relatively high amount of elemental choline.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e Choline is an essential nutrient needed to make phosphatidylcholine, bile, acetylcholine, and betaine.\u003cbr\u003e Indicated for fetal neurodevelopment, cognitive support and liver support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cp\u003eCholine is a vitamin B-like compound and an essential nutrient needed to make compounds such as phosphatidylcholine, bile, acetylcholine, and betaine. Although the human liver can produce small amounts of choline, most of it must be obtained through diet. Unfortunately, studies show that over 90% of people do not get enough choline from food alone. Additionally, certain populations, such as pregnant women and the elderly, have higher choline needs that may be difficult to meet through diet alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cp\u003eCholine requirements are perhaps greatest during gestation, as fetal development requires it for proper neurodevelopment. Not only is choline necessary for the manufacture of phosphatidylcholine and is therefore an important component of cell membranes, but it also plays a role in the transport of nutrients across the placenta. Choline enhances the transport of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), a fatty acid essential for the development of the baby's brain and nervous system. In fact, low choline intake during pregnancy has been shown to increase the risk of neural tube defects in unborn children, independent of folate intake. Low choline intake has also been linked to an increased risk of other pregnancy complications, including preterm birth and low birth weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt's worth noting that choline's influence on fetal and child development appears to last for years. Specifically, one study showed that higher choline intake during the third trimester of pregnancy improved children's information processing speed and visuospatial memory. A follow-up study then showed that these same children still had better sustained attention seven years later, compared to the group that consumed less choline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cp\u003eAt the other end of the life spectrum, older adults are another population vulnerable to the effects of low choline intake. 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