Krag A, Israelsen H, von Ryberg B, et al. Safety and efficacy of Profermin® to induce remission in ulcerative colitis. World J Gastroenterol 2012;18(15):1773-80.View abstract. How long does it take for lecithin to start working? There is no clear indication of how long the benefits of lecithin begin to manifest. Each person may see a different result based on health, age, weight, or other factors.

The subjects took either a lecithin-derived supplement or a placebo for 42 days, then completed a stressful cognitive test while their brain waves were measured using electrodes attached to the scalp. Bellelli, A., Giomini, M., Giuliani, A. M., Giustini, M., Lorenzon, I., Rusconi, V., Sezzi, M. L., Trotta, E., and Belleli, L. Antitumor effect and cardiotoxicity of a doxorubicin-lecithin association. Anticancer Res 1988;8(1):177-186. View abstract. Sunflower lecithin, and other plant sources of lecithin, were originally viewed as mere by-products of the oil refining process, e.g. removing it from sunflower oil better to give it better stability, so we could cook with it. 2 Pentland, B., Martyn, C. N., Steer, C. R., and Christie, J. E. Lecithin treatment in Friedreich's ataxia. Br Med J (Clin Res Ed) 4-11-1981;282(6271):1197-1198. View abstract.Nasab ME, Takzaree N, Saffari PM, Partoazar A. In vitro antioxidant activity and in vivo wound-healing effect of lecithin liposomes: a comparative study. J Comp Eff Res. 2019;8(8):633-643. doi:10.2217/cer-2018-0128

Nicholson G, Mattos G, Ash M, Settineri R, Escriba Pl. Fundamentals of membrane lipid replacement: A natural medicine approach to repairing cellular membranes and reducing fatigue, pain, and other symptoms while restoring function in chronic illnesses and aging. Membranes (Basel). 202;11(12):944. doi:10.3390/membranes11120944 That being said, medical professionals know that lecithin should not exceed 5,000 mg per day. You should follow the label of the supplements you’re taking or what is suggested by your doctor or pharmacist. If you are taking a tablet supplement, do not combine different formulations of lecithin at the same time unless directed by your doctor. If you feel unwell and have taken a large dose of lecithin, or your ailment has not seen improvement, please consult your doctor or go to your nearest emergency room. Supplementing with soy lecithin may increase immune function, particularly in people with diabetes. The researchers found that this regimen decreased total cholesterol by 15%, decreased blood lipids by 23%, and increased HDL cholesterol (the “good” kind of cholesterol) by 16%.A study published in the journal Biochemical Medicine and Metabolic Biology by researchers at Rambam Medical Center in Haifa, Israel demonstrated this effect in nine patients with high blood lipids ( 1 ). Over the course of three months, the patients consumed 12 grams of soy lecithin every day. Gremaud G, Dalan E, Piguet C, et al. Effects of non-esterified stanols in a liquid emulsion on cholesterol absorption and synthesis in hypercholesterolemic men. Eur J Nutr 2002;41:54-60. View abstract. It is best to get lecithin through food. Supplements are not monitored by the FDA for safety or purity. People should research the supplements and the brand names before taking them. If someone has high cholesterol or a history of heart disease, they should discuss the supplement with their doctor. It can also lead to the development of mastitis, an infection of the breast tissue that affects approximately 10 percent of American women who are breast-feeding.

Lecithin is “generally recognized as safe” (GRAS) by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA). When taken in reasonable amounts, it is unlikely to cause adverse reactions. Lecithin seems to have the components that would facilitate healthy fat loss, but there is little research in this area and not enough clinical trials to prove either way. If you want to try lecithin as a weight loss supplement, please consult your doctor before taking it. Kraft JN, Lynde CW. Moisturizers: what they are and a practical approach to product selection. Skin Ther Lett 2005;10(5):1-8. Lecithin is a type of fat found naturally in many foods that's essential to human health. Some manufacturers add it to food products to improve taste or texture. You can also take it as a supplement or use it to moisturize your skin. Lecithin is also known as soy lecithin, egg lecithin, and sunflower lecithin, among others One of the most promising areas of research is into the effects of lecithin on cognitive state while performing tasks under stressful conditions. One study, published in 2008 in the journal Nutritional Neuroscience by researchers at the University of Paderborn in Germany, used a placebo-controlled design to test whether phosphatidylserine derived from lecithin could improve cognitive performance while under stress ( 7 ).Lastly, we analyzed the dosages. Unfortunately, there isn’t conclusive evidence into what the optimal dosage is for lecithin. In various trials, anywhere from 1.5g-6g has been used to treat various diseases. As such, we required all the best products to contain at least 1000mg of soy lecithin. This allowed for easy dosage tailoring, while also staying on the lower end to avoid any possible overdosing complications. Benefits