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Science has long established that many brain and nervous system disorders are a direct result of long-term nutrient deficiencies... |
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Choline
Choline is necessary in the diet in order to maintain normal cell functions and neurotransmissions. It is metabolically dependent on folate. Research has shown that choline and folate are actually metabolically dependent on one another. A diet lacking in choline can result in liver problems. Proper levels of this nutrient are necessary in order to keep healthy.
There are recommended daily intakes for choline. The Food and Nutrition Board of the Institute of Medicine recommends that men take 550mg of choline per day and women take 425 mg of choline per day. Due to the fact that there is very little research and information available on the amount of choline content in food, the USDA has developed a table of common foods and their choline content. This table is available from the USDA and it is free for the asking. The data contained in this publication was developed by NDL (Nutrient Data Laboratory), Agricultural Research Service, US Department of Agricultural, Beltsville MD, and the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill NC.
What does the table say? What foods contain choline? In general meats, fish, eggs, cheese and milk all contain high amounts of choline. Certain whole grain cereals such as all bran and shredded wheat are also good sources of this nutrient. Many foods that are choline rich are also high in betaine. This is a derivative of choline and it is important for cell function just like choline is. You should be sure to include high quality foods from the above listed groups in your diet in order to ensure that you are getting the proper amount of choline.
If you eat enough of the above foods, should you take a choline supplement? When you are eating a diet rich in whole grains, high quality meats, fresh fish, and quality cheeses (not American or overly processed cheese) and eggs, you should not require a choline supplement. Remember that choline is metabolically dependent on folate. In addition, normal levels of the B vitamins are necessary for proper choline metabolism. Therefore you should make sure that your diet is able to provide these nutrients or you should take a folic acid and Vitamin B complex supplement. It is rare to have a choline deficiency. However, certain medical conditions such as liver problems, high cholesterol, neurological diseases, or conditions such as ADD or ADHD would indicate that choline supplementation is necessary.