03.28.19
Choline was officially recognized as an essential nutrient by the Institute of Medicine (IOM) in 1998. However, more than 20 years later, many Americans are still deficient in the water-soluble, vitamin-like nutrient that plays many important roles in metabolism, from cell structure to neurotransmitter synthesis. In fact, only about 10% of Americans, and 8% of pregnant women—for whom the nutrient is especially important—are getting sufficient amounts.
Choline is believed to have many health implications, and is especially important in the first 1,000 days of life, according to recent and emerging evidence that suggests maternal choline intake during pregnancy and lactation may have lasting beneficial neurocognitive effects on offspring.
Why It’s Important
According to a National Institutes of Health Fact Sheet for Health Professionals, choline is a source of methyl groups needed for many steps in metabolism. “The body needs choline to synthesize phosphatidylcholine and sphingomyelin, two major phospholipids vital for cell membranes. Therefore, all plant and anim
Choline is believed to have many health implications, and is especially important in the first 1,000 days of life, according to recent and emerging evidence that suggests maternal choline intake during pregnancy and lactation may have lasting beneficial neurocognitive effects on offspring.
Why It’s Important
According to a National Institutes of Health Fact Sheet for Health Professionals, choline is a source of methyl groups needed for many steps in metabolism. “The body needs choline to synthesize phosphatidylcholine and sphingomyelin, two major phospholipids vital for cell membranes. Therefore, all plant and anim
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