Choline is a nutrient in its own right, unlike vitamins or minerals. And it is extremely necessary for us to maintain health. However, choline is produced by the human body on its own in a very small amount - the liver produces it in a volume that is much less than the daily requirement. So you need to get it with food.
Choline is a substance that plays a crucial role in the repair of cells in our liver. Do you drink potent (and not only) medicines? Have a drink or two at a party? Did you eat too much at dinner? All this does not pass without a trace for the body, and for the liver, in particular. And it is choline that this organ needs to recover and provide protection for the future.
Besides, choline is an excellent remedy for the prevention of cardiovascular diseases. This substance reduces the level of "bad" cholesterol, maintains blood vessels in a healthy working condition, helps to strengthen the heart muscle, and normalizes its rhythm.
Choline is involved in carbohydrate metabolism in the pancreas.
This substance is also required for the normal functioning of the nervous system, where it:- prevents damage to nerve cells;
- keeps the entire NS in good shape;
- does not allow a person to be nervous without a good reason;
- prevents the development of nervous dysfunction.
And choline "knows how":
- normalize blood sugar (strengthening the membranes of beta cells that produce insulin);
- improve the state of memory;
- protect the body from the development of dementia, Alzheimer's disease, etc.
Choline-containing foods
There is a lot of this substance in any meat (even red, even white), as well as in fish and eggs. Therefore, if you do not adhere to the principles of vegetarianism in your diet, you will hardly have to face a choline deficiency.
Those who are on a strict plant-based diet should "lean" on mushrooms as one of the most valuable sources of choline (especially mushrooms and shiitake), sweet potatoes, legumes, broccoli and cauliflower.
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