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Have you ever seen lecithin effects in action? Try putting a piece of chocolate or an energy bar inside the freezer. Just wait a few minutes before taking it out. You will see that the whole bar is covered in white. Yes, that’s lecithin effects in action right there!

Often used as a food additive, lecithin was first derived from egg yolk in 1950 during its discovery by Maurice Gobley , a French scientist. In fact, that is how it got its name – lethikos, the Greek term for “egg yolk.” But by Read more . . .

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There are actually two meanings to the word “lecithin.” Commercially, the structure of lecithin consists of a mixture of neural and polar lipids that act as lubricants and/or emulsifiers. In biochemistry, it refers to phosphatidylcholine, a phospholipid composed of two fatty acids, glycerol, a phosphate group and choline. Lecithin was first discovered in 1846 when Maurice Gobley, a French scientist, separated the nutrient from egg yolk. He gave Read more . . .

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How many times have you heard this line: “Soy beans are good for your health”? It’s spoken like a mantra, and with good reason, because soy beans are more than just a great source of protein.

The mighty soy bean contains isoflavones, gensitein, daidzen, and a generous amount of antioxidants. Each of these substances contributes to the bean’s health-promoting goodness. Read more . . .

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Lecithin is the new darling of modern health reports and journals.  But, is lecithin the right choice for you?

Many of the components found in lecithin are essential for your good health.  Just one tablespoon of lecithin granules, or about 7.5 grams, contains about 1700 mg of phosphatidylcholine, 2,200 mg of essential fatty acids including linoleic acid and 1000 mg of phosphatidylinositol.  Each of these important elements contributes to the overall value of lecithin. Read more . . .