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What is Lecithin?


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Lecithin:1:a yellow phospholipid essential for the metabolism of fats; found in egg yolk and in many plant and animal cells; used commercially as an emulsifier.

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Lecithin is a fat like substance called a phospholipid. It is produced daily by the liver if the diet is adequate. MORE?

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Lecithin, a lipid material composed of choline and inositol, is found in all living cells as a major component of MORE? ChaCha.

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Lecithin is sold as a food supplement and for medical uses. In cooking, it is sometimes used as an emulsifier. Thank you!

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