Choline
Other names: Amino alcohol
Harm score: 2 (Derivatives of natural substances)
Choline, also known as amino alcohol, is an essential nutrient essential for many vital body functions. It is important for maintaining healthy brain, nervous system, fat metabolism and gene function. It is an organic compound belonging to the quaternary ammonium salts and is also a component of most lipoproteins, which are the components that allow fats to travel through the blood.
Choline is used in a variety of products. It is significantly involved in the formulation of drugs for the treatment of neurological and psychiatric disorders such as Alzheimer's disease, Huntington's chorea or schizophrenia. It is also highly used in nutritional supplements to support memory and cognitive function. In addition, choline is used in infant care products, as part of the nutrition for newborns and young children. In the form of choline chloride, it is used as a supplement in livestock feed to ensure optimal growth and development. In the cosmetic industry, choline is a component of various creams and lotions where it acts as a moisturizing and conditioning ingredient.