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Lamberts® lecithin granules have a pleasant mild taste and can be sprinkled on cereals, or used to thicken sauces and are therefore useful for anyone wanting to supplement their diet with high levels of this nutrient.
Lecithin, technically referred to as a phospholipid, is one of the richest natural sources of two important nutrients; choline and inositol. They are both lipotropic agents that play an important role in fat metabolism in the liver and the emulsification of fats in the body. Lecithin is a primary source of choline (one of the B vitamins) in the diet in the form of phosphatidylcholine. Once in the body this compound is broken down to release the choline.
Lecithin and choline are used in the body to build cell membranes and facilitate the movement of fats in and out of the cells. Choline is also a precursor of the neurotransmitter (brain chemical) acetylcholine, which is essential for normal brain activity.
Note. It has become increasingly difficult to obtain lecithin from a non- GMO source as much of the world's soya is now genetically modified. Lamberts lecithin is from a non-GMO source, but this means that it will not always be the cheapest.
Allergen advice
See presentation section for ingredients listed in bold.
The following list of allergens are excluded: Wheat, Barley, Eggs, Nuts, Sulphites, Celery, Fish, Shellfish, Yeast and Gluten containing ingredients.
Cautions
None known at recommended usage.
Storage instructions
To be stored in a cool dry place and protected from light.
This is a perishable food and best used within 6 weeks of opening.
Legal Category
Food supplement.
Light yellow soya lecithin granules.
Typically:*
per 100g | Per level tbsp (7.5g) serving | |
Energy | 3564kJ/852kcal | 267kJ/64kcal |
Fat | 91g | 6.8g |
Of which Saturates | 12g | 0.9g |
Of which Monounsaturates | 4g | 0.3g |
Of which Polyunsaturates | 34g | 2.6g |
Carbohydrate | 8g | 0.6g |
of which Sugars | 4g | 0.3g |
Protein | <0.01g | 0g |
Salt | <0.01g | 0g |
*Lecithin is a natural food material; therefore, levels of its component compounds may vary. Levels quoted are average figures.
Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.