Natural Health Products and Medication

Soy lecithin

Scientific name:  Gycine max
Synonyms:  phosphatydil choline

Part(s) used

Seeds

Principal constituents

Soy lecithin is a fatty by-product of soy oil manufacture

Recognized therapeutic effects

• Treats mild fat metabolism disorders and hypercholesterolemia
• Provides essential fatty acids (omega 3)

Traditional use

• None

Contraindications

• None mentioned in the literature, although caution is advised in cases of soy protein sensitivity

Drug interactions

• None documented

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