Functional Ingredient

Choline

Choline is used to produce phosphatidylcholine, a major component of cell membranes, and acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter. It also contributes to methyl-donor pathways through its conversion to betaine.

It supports normal lipid metabolism, cell-membrane structure and neurotransmitter-related processes.

In everyday life, Choline supports healthy cell membranes, normal nerve communication and the way your body transports and processes dietary fat.

Its contribution depends on ingredient form, quantity and the complete formulation.

Ingredient overview

What it is

Choline is used to produce phosphatidylcholine, a major component of cell membranes, and acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter. It also contributes to methyl-donor pathways through its conversion to betaine.

  • Scientific identity: Choline; classification: Essential nutrient, vitamin-like.
  • How it works: Supplied largely by diet: Some internal synthesis exists but is insufficient, so a dietary supply is needed - it was recognised as essential only in 1998. Built into membranes: It forms phosphatidylcholine, a principal structural phospholipid of cell membranes.
  • Primary function: It supports normal lipid metabolism, cell-membrane structure and neurotransmitter-related processes.
  • What it supports: Choline supports healthy cell membranes, normal nerve communication and the way your body transports and processes dietary fat.
  • Important consideration: Its contribution depends on ingredient form, quantity and the complete formulation.

Formulation rationale

Why we use it

CARPEDIEM selected Choline for a clearly defined role within a thoughtfully balanced formulation.

  • Formulation purpose: It supports normal lipid metabolism, cell-membrane structure and neurotransmitter-related processes.
  • Used in: CARPEDIEM MultiTeen.
  • Works alongside: Choline complements L-Methylfolate, Vitamin B12 and Vitamin B6 to support a more complete functional-wellness formulation.
  • Meaningful contribution: Choline supports healthy cell membranes, normal nerve communication and the way your body transports and processes dietary fat. Supports the normal metabolism and transport of fats within the body.
  • Quality and scientific context: Its contribution depends on ingredient form, quantity and the complete formulation. Research is shown only when an ingredient-specific study demonstrates a relevant benefit.

Ingredient intelligence

How it works

Three unrelated jobs at once - and the body cannot make enough of it.

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Mostly from food.

The body makes some, but not enough, which is why it was formally classed as essential in 1998.

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Adequate intake

~425 mg women, ~550 mg men

Three roles

Membranes, acetylcholine, methyl donation

Scale

Needed in gram amounts, unlike a vitamin

Classed essential

1998

Descriptive of the ingredient's established biology. Not a claim to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

All key functions

The complete functional profile connected with this ingredient.

Supports the formation of phosphatidylcholine, a key component of healthy cell membranes.

Contributes to the production of acetylcholine, an important signalling molecule.

Supports the normal metabolism and transport of fats within the body.

Contributes to methyl-donor pathways through its conversion into betaine.

Supports cellular communication and the structural integrity of active tissues.

Provides an essential nutrient that complements comprehensive daily formulations.

Supports healthy cell membranes, normal nerve communication and the way your body transports and processes dietary fat.

Works alongside Inositol and L-Methylfolate to create a more coordinated, science-led nutritional formula.

Complementary by function

Ingredient intelligence

How it works

Three unrelated jobs at once - and the body cannot make enough of it.

Step 01 / 04

Mostly from food.

The body makes some, but not enough, which is why it was formally classed as essential in 1998.

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Adequate intake

~425 mg women, ~550 mg men

Three roles

Membranes, acetylcholine, methyl donation

Scale

Needed in gram amounts, unlike a vitamin

Classed essential

1998

Descriptive of the ingredient's established biology. Not a claim to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.