Lecithin
The name “LECITHIN” is taken
from the Greek word “likothos”
… meaning egg yolk
Its presence in egg yolk indicates it
is a necessity in DEVELOPMENT
Although egg yolk is a good source of
lecithin, eggs are also high in
cholesterol … so some people
purposely avoid it.
The same is true of organ meats …
another lecithin food source
Whole grains
contain some
lecithin, but people
are trying to reduce
their carbohydrate
intake
Lecithin, from soybean oil, is one of
the richest CHOLESTEROL-FREE
sources
If LECITHIN were a drug instead of a
natural food, your doctor would probably
be prescribing it to EVERYONE!
Lecithin is a PHOSPHOLIPID
It CANNOT be manufactured by the body,
and, therefore, MUST be provided in
adequate amounts in the diet
Lecithin has a very high content of:
• Linolenic acid and linoleic acid
• Choline
• Inositol
Linoleic Acid:
• is an essential fatty acid that is part of the structure of all
cell membranes
• it is converted by the body to other fatty acids that are
needed for the production of many hormones
• it is involved in the regulation of perspiration
Choline:
• is a B vitamin that supports brain, liver, cardiovascular
and reproductive health
• is involved in the absorption of fats into the cells (so you
can use your fat soluble vitamins ... A, D, and E)
• plays an important role in passing signals from one nerve
to the other … example: as soon as you touch the stove
with your finger-tip, a nerve impulse registers “hot” …
nerves then transmit a command back to the fingertip
which pulls away from the hot stove
Inositol:
• helps transport cholesterol out of the body
• it also is critical for healthy liver and kidney function
• is
a B vitamin that is an essential component of the myelin
sheath that surrounds and insulates nerve fibers.
Twelve Benefits of Lecithin
1.
Lecithin
… the Emulsifier
Lecithin acts like a
detergent in the
blood … it dissolves
fat and keeps it
suspended in the
bloodstream,
preventing it from
settling on the
membrane walls.
Lecithin acts as a
solvent for cholesterol,
triglycerides, and other
fats.
Therefore, it helps to
prevent such ailments as
• high blood pressure
• stroke
• heart disease
• hardening of the arteries
Some wellness consultants recommend up to
6,000 – 7,000 mg LECITHIN daily when dealing
with these disorders initially
2.
Lecithin
… the Brain Tonic
Choline and Inositol
make ACETYLCHOLINE, a
vital compound for the
transmission of messages
from one nerve to another.
This improves MEMORY and THINKING ABILITY!
A deficiency causes BRAIN DISORDERS!
Some wellness consultants recommend up to 7,000 mg
daily to help reduce dementia, senility,
& Alzheimer’s disease
3.
Lecithin
… the Nerve
Insulator
Lecithin is part of the myelin sheath that surrounds
and insulates nerve fibers.
Because of this action as a nerve insulator, people would
benefit who have:
• multiple sclerosis
• fibromyalgia
• stress / hyperactivity / depression
• PMS
4.
Lecithin
… the Dieter’s
Friend
Dieter’s love lecithin because
of its emulsifying effect on fat.
Accompanied by an
appropriate exercise
program, lecithin helps
burn fat much quicker!
Best results occur with 4,000+
mg daily accompanied with
exercise.
5.
Lecithin
… a Lung’s
Friend
Lecithin lines the lungs as an
essential fatty acid to soothe
mucous membranes and
prevents irritation
Therefore, it has been found
helpful for …
• allergies
• hay fever
• asthma
• bronchitis
• emphysema
• COPD
6.
Lecithin
… the Joint’s
Friend
Lecithin acts as a
lubricant for the joints.
Therefore, it is a friend
to every joint in the
body
7.
Lecithin
… the Beauty
Nutrient
Lecithin is a beauty nutrient because it is essential for:
• healthy, shiny hair
• moist, soft skin
• helps prevent skin disorders like eczema
8.
Lecithin
… The Woman’s
Friend
Lecithin is necessary for the production of various hormones
such as epinephrine (which regulates perspiration and
prostaglandins.
Therefore, it has been very beneficial:
• in the reduction or prevention of PMS, menstrual disorders,
and menopause symptoms
• and it is an excellent source of neurotransmitter hormones
which are sleep inducing
9.
Lecithin
… the Liver’s
Friend
Lecithin, along with other substances is used by the liver
to make BILE
Bile emulsifies fat & fat soluble nutrients like essential fatty
acids and Vitamins A, D, E, and K.
This emulsion enables you to get full benefit of these
essential nutrients.
10.
Lecithin
… the Bowel’s
Friend
Lecithin aids maintenance of healing of
pancreatic and kidney tissue, and the
bowel lining.
The lining of the small intestines is one of
the fastest growing tissues in the body,
completely renewing itself in about 1 ½
days.
Therefore, additional LECITHIN is very
beneficial for people who suffer with:
• Crohn’s Disease
• Colitis
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome
• kidney disorders
• pancreatic challenges
11.
Lecithin
… the
Gatekeeper
Lecithin is a phospholipid, and is essential in
EVERY cell in the body.
… If phospholipids are not present in sufficient amounts to
maintain the cell membrane structure, the membrane loses its
ability to protect the cell and also to transport nutrients in and
out of the cells.
… It also aids our immune system by coating our red blood
cells, thereby providing protection against the invasion of
viruses, germs, or bacteria. … Therefore, it is called the
“gatekeeper” of the cell.
12.
Lecithin
… the Pollution
Fighter
Chemicals from environmental pollutants, heavy metals,
drugs, food additives, pesticides, etc. cause hardening of the
cellular membrane.
Without adequate lecithin, our cell membranes harden and
malabsorption is the end result.
Lecithin also helps soften hardened liver tissue, and helps
reduce or prevent cirrhosis of the liver.
Therefore, increasing your lecithin intake is a wise choice in
our polluted world.
Twelve Benefits of Lecithin
Liquid
Powder
FOUR
forms
Granules
Capsules
Liquid Lecithin is like
Axle Grease
- Exposed to oxygen … oxidative damage
Granules - Convenient
- Exposed to oxygen … oxidative damage
Powder Form … Convenient
- Exposed to oxygen … oxidative damage
Lecithin Oil Capsules
Protected from Oxidation
Each Shaklee Lecithin contains at
least 500 mg of pure vegetable
source lecithin from soybean oil
The Shaklee Difference
• the capsules are prepared under the most hygienic laboratory conditions
• Shaklee Lecithin has not been heated … (oils are altered by heat and become
rancid, therefore becoming carcinogens or cancer-causing agents)
• No added preservatives or chemicals of any kind
• it is contained in an easy-to-swallow gelatin capsule which seals in goodness
maximizing shelf-life.
Shaklee Lecithin
A Product
you can
TRUST!