Lecithin & Phospholipids

The term lecithin comes from the Greek lekithos or “egg yolk”, as this is where the natural substance was originally identified. Lecithin, a mixture of glycerophospholipids, including phosphatidyl choline, is also found in a range of plant matter, including soya and sunflowers, and is naturally produced in the human body mainly in the liver, bile fluid and the brain. Lecithin powders derived from plant sources are often used as supplements to support optimal function of the liver, including detoxification, and to enhance fat digestion and absorption in the digestive tract. We have a sunflower lecithin (soya free) powder to support healthy balance of cholesterol in the body.