Lecithin
2021-12-31 links: reference:
Lecithin #
- Both hydro- and lipophilic. Any mixture of glycerophospholipids, including egg yolks (λέκιθος). Emulsifiers can damage the intestinal barrier and stomach permanently. Would avoid.
| Phospholipid (%) | Sunflower | Soybean | Rapeseed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phosphatidylcholine | 16 | 15 | 17 |
| Phosphatidylethanolamine | 6 | 11 | 9 |
| Phosphatidylinositol | 17 | 10 | 10 |
| Phosphatidic Acid | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Others | 1 | 7 | 6 |
| All phospholipids | 42 | 47 | 46 |