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What Is Glycerophosphocholine?

Glycerophosphocholine is a member of the Choline family. It belongs to the choline phospholipids. Choline is a complex essential nutrient involved in several diverse body functions.

Glycerophosphocholine A Neurotransmitter

Glycerophosphocholine is a water-soluble nutrient. (source đź——)

Glycerophosphocholine serves together with acetylcholine, as a primary neurotransmitter in the nervous system. (source đź——)

Glycerophosphocholine is absorbed in the small intestine and finally is stored in the liver. (source đź——)

Different Cholines

There are several different cholines, but the most common sources of choline in foods are glycerophosphocholine, phosphatidylcholine, sphingomyelin, phosphocholine, and free choline. (source đź——)

Glycerophosphocholine In Foods

Foods that are particularly rich in choline are animal-based products, like meat, poultry, fish, dairy products, and eggs. (source đź——)

If you are interested in a list of foods where you can find this nutrient. Go to our nutrition tool and check out glycerophosphocholine.

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