Phosphatidylcholine is the most abundant phospholipid in the human body and an important component of nervous tissue. It is a high-level neuronutrient and is mostly concentrated in the human brain nervous system, blood circulation system, immune system, heart, liver, lungs, kidneys and other important organs. . Along with protein and vitamins, it is known as the “third nutrient”.
Structure and properties
Phosphatidylcholine is an amphoteric molecule consisting of a hydrophilic The “head” is composed of a choline group and a hydrophobic “tail” – glyceryl phospholipid. The tail of glyceryl phospholipid can be a variety of fatty acids.
Usually, one tail is a saturated fatty acid (it can be palmitic acid, also called hexadecanoic acid; or heptadecanoic acid), and the other tail is an unsaturated fatty acid (such as oleic acid). But there are also some that have both unsaturated fatty acids. For example, phosphatidylcholine in animal lungs.
Because phosphatidylcholine (lecithin) has dual polar and non-polar properties, it can help nutrients and metabolic waste pass through the cell membrane smoothly and promote material exchange inside and outside the cell. Therefore, the lack of phosphatidylcholine will cause damage to the cell membrane structure, increase the fragility and permeability of capillaries, and increase the permeability of skin cells to water, causing water metabolism disorders and rashes.
Supplementing the skin with phosphatidylcholine can repair damaged cell membranes, increase the fatty acid unsaturation of the cell membrane, improve the function of the membrane, and make it soften and rejuvenated. At the same time, phosphatidylcholine can also promote skin metabolism, promote the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins, and improve the water holding capacity and gloss of the skin.
Main functions of phosphatidylcholine (PC)
1 Advanced neurotrophin for the brain
2 Natural blood vessel scavenger
3 Natural Beautician
4 Natural liver protector
5 Dissolution of gallstones
