Lecithin is a food additive derived from a variety of sources, one of which is soy.
It functions as an emulsifier or lubricant, but it also functions as an antioxidant and flavour protector.
Lecithin Helps To Clear Unhealthy FATS
Visceral fat or belly fat is a type of body fat located in the belly and surrounds the internal organs.
Excessive deposits of visceral fat are associated with many serious health problems including Cardiovascular disease, Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome.
Visceral fat is present not only in overweight individuals but also in lean people especially those who are sedentary, chronically stressed or maintain unhealthy diets.
What Are The Risks of Hidden Fat?
➡ Cardiovascular disease
➡ Liver disorder eg: fatty liver
➡ Insulin resistance, which can lead to type 2 diabetes
Lecithin - Help Cleanse Blood Vessels Naturally
✔ Lecithin is commonly found in the cell membrane and is excellent emulsifier that functions as a Vascular "Scavenger".
✔ Lecithin can prevent the deposit in the arteries and further prevents cardiovascular disease.
✔ Lecithin also contain the most bio-available natural sources of CHOLINE ~~ which is necessary for the normal function of all cells and important for brain development.
✔ Research shows Lecithin is important for the management of plugged milk ducts. This is because it helps prevent clogged milk ducts.
Health Benefits of Lecithin
1. Cleansing Vascular Trash
? Lecithin acts as a solvent for cholesterol, triglycerides and other fats, keeping it suspended in the bloodstream and preventing it from depositing on membrane walls.
? Therefore, helps to prevent hardening of the arteries, stroke and heart disease.
2. Essential for Liver Health
? Lecithin and choline can increase fats metabolism and prevent fats from accumulating in our internal organs especially liver.
? Lecithin not only prevent fatty liver, but also to promote cell regeneration and recover liver function.
3. Dissolve Gallstones
? 90% of gallstones is composed of cholesterol.
? Excessive cholesterol in the body can precipitate to form gallstones.
? Lecithin can helps to dissolve excessive cholesterol.
4. Promotes healthy weight loss
? Lecithin hastens the breakdown of fats and boost up metabolism. Thus, promote weight loss.
5. Improve Brain Function
? Lecithin helps to reviving and regenerating sluggish brain cells. Thus, improves on memory and learning power.
6. Prevents Alzheimer's
? Choline found in soy lecithin is widely known to be vital for brain health.
? Choline is especially important for preventing memory loss and Alzhemier's.
Lecithin - A Helpful Scavengers
References:
- Pischon T, Boeing H, Hoffman K, Bergmann M, Schulze MB, Overvad K et al (2008). General and abdominal adiposity and risk of death in Europe. New England J Med 359:2105-2120.
- Amouni MM, Eder CP, Prisclla GM, Maricene S, Patricia M. Influence of Soy Lecithin Administration on Hypercholesterolemia. (2010)
This information is provided by Groway for education purposes only.
It should not be used to substitute medical diagnosis.