{"title":"Choline","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCholine : bitartrate, citicoline et CDP-choline\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLa choline est un nutriment essentiel que l'organisme produit en quantité insuffisante. Elle dispose de trois allégations européennes autorisées : la choline contribue à un métabolisme normal de l'homocystéine, à un métabolisme normal des lipides et au maintien d'une fonction hépatique normale. L'apport de référence établi par l'EFSA est de 400 mg par jour pour un adulte.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChez LUTO Supplements, vous trouvez la choline sous forme de bitartrate de choline, de citicoline et de CDP-choline, en gélules et en poudre. Elle figure également dans la lécithine et dans certaines formules pour le foie ou la concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuelle forme choisir ?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLe bitartrate de choline est la forme la plus simple et la plus économique, avec environ 41 % de choline par poids. La citicoline, ou CDP-choline, est une forme plus élaborée proposée en dosages de 250 à 500 mg. La lécithine de tournesol ou de soja apporte de la phosphatidylcholine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOù la trouve-t-on dans l'alimentation ?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLe jaune d'œuf est la source la plus concentrée, suivi du foie, de la viande, du poisson, du soja et des légumineuses. Une alimentation pauvre en œufs et en produits animaux apporte souvent moins de choline, ce qui explique l'intérêt d'un complément pour certains régimes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePoints d'attention\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eÀ doses élevées, la choline peut donner une odeur corporelle de poisson, un effet réversible à l'arrêt. Respectez la dose indiquée sur l'étiquette. En cas de grossesse, d'allaitement ou de traitement médicamenteux, demandez conseil avant utilisation.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"luto-nac-complexe-choline-silicium-biotine-60-gelules","title":"NAC (N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine) Complex with Choline, Silicon, and Biotin | 60 Capsules | LUTO Supplements","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNAC 900 mg Complex with Choline, Silicon and Biotin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003eN-acetyl-L-cysteine\u003c\/strong\u003e supplement from LUTO Supplements that provides more than just NAC. Each capsule contains 450 mg of NAC, supplemented with choline bitartrate, silicon from bamboo extract, and biotin (vitamin B8). All in a vegetable HPMC capsule, without gelatin or magnesium stearate. Interesting if you want to combine several substances in one capsule instead of having separate bottles side by side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat N-acetyl-L-cysteine precisely is\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eN-acetyl-L-cysteine is the stabilized version of the amino acid L-cysteine. That may sound technical, but the idea is simple. Free cysteine is unstable. By adding an acetyl group to it, the substance remains intact until it reaches your gastrointestinal system. There, this acetyl group is released again, and the cysteine becomes available. The characteristic sulfurous smell you notice when opening the jar is normal. Sulfurous amino acids simply smell that way. This says nothing about the quality or shelf life of the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCholine and Biotin in this complex\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to NAC, each capsule provides 90 mg of choline via choline bitartrate. With two capsules, you reach 180 mg per day. Choline contributes to the maintenance of normal liver function, normal homocysteine metabolism, and normal lipid metabolism. Choline is a nutrient that your body produces in limited quantities and otherwise comes from food, especially eggs, fish, and legumes. A supplement not usually found in a NAC formula. And then there's biotin. This complex contains 75 micrograms of biotin per capsule, the biologically active D-form. Biotin contributes to normal energy metabolism, the maintenance of normal hair and skin, and the normal functioning of the nervous system. Specifically, these properties align well with a formula focused on several processes at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe difference between 450 mg and 900 mg per day\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne capsule provides 450 mg of N-acetyl-L-cysteine. In many studies, a daily dose from 600 mg is used. If you take two capsules a day, you reach 900 mg of NAC, plus double the amount of choline, silicon, and biotin. LUTO's advice is to start with one capsule and possibly increase to two, spread throughout the day. This is a sensible approach, especially if your stomach reacts sensitively to sulfur-containing substances. With 60 capsules per jar, you therefore have a one-month supply at two capsules a day, and a two-month supply at one capsule a day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSilicon from bamboo extract\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silicon in this complex comes from bamboo extract with 85% silica. Per capsule, this amounts to 4 mg of elemental silicon, or 8 mg for two capsules. In your stomach, silica is converted into orthosilicic acid, a form your body can absorb. The dosage here is modest compared to supplements entirely focused on silicon. It is included in this product as a complementary ingredient alongside N-acetyl-L-cysteine, the main component of the formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn short: this NAC Complex combines a solid dosage of NAC with three complementary substances in a compact, plant-based capsule. The additions of choline, silicon, and biotin make it broader than a standard NAC capsule, even if these dosages are modest. 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Manufactured by LUTO Supplements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBroccoli extract as a base\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe basis of this product is a concentrated broccoli extract (Brassica oleracea), rich in glucosinolates. These are plant substances that can be converted in the body into sulforaphane, a phytonutrient naturally present in cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts. For broccoli extract and sulforaphane themselves, there are no approved EFSA claims, which is why we make no claims about these components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplemented with vitamin E, folate, D3 and B12\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe formula is supplemented with choline, turmeric extract and five vitamins: E, B6, folate, D3 and B12. Unlike broccoli extract, these vitamins do have officially approved health claims. Per daily dose of 2 capsules, the product provides, among other things, 100% of the reference intake for folate and ample daily requirement for vitamin E and D3. The approved claims for these vitamins are listed at the bottom of this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use Broccoli XTR capsules\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake 2 capsules daily with sufficient water, preferably during a meal, and use them regularly. The capsules are vegetarian. If pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication, it is advisable to consult a doctor, especially due to the turmeric extract.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LUTO Supplements","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49390701609188,"sku":"8720865080611","price":23.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/9724\/7460\/files\/Infographic6.jpg?v=1783929417"},{"product_id":"now-vitamine-b-50-b-complexe-100-gelules-vegetariennes-now-foods","title":"Vitamin B-50 | B-Complex | 100 Veg Capsules | NOW Foods","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNOW Foods Vitamin B-50 B-Complex\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAre you looking for a broad B-complex in a single capsule? NOW Foods' \u003cstrong\u003eVitamin B-50\u003c\/strong\u003e combines eight B vitamins with choline, PABA, and inositol. The formula contains vitamin B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, folate, biotin, and vitamin B12, all in one vegetarian capsule. One jar contains 100 capsules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat a B-Complex Is\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eB vitamins form a group of eight water-soluble vitamins often cited together because they work closely together in metabolism. They are also often found together in food, for example, in whole grains, legumes, meat, eggs, and green vegetables. Since they are water-soluble, your body stores them only to a limited extent, and a regular intake through diet is important. A B-complex combines these vitamins into a single product rather than taking them separately. This product also adds three substances often associated with B vitamins: choline, PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid), and inositol. Historically, vitamin B was first thought to be a single substance until it became clear that it was actually a whole group of different vitamins. That's why they were assigned numbers, from B1 to B12, with some later given their own names or discontinued.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat a Capsule Contains\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePer capsule, Vitamin B-50 provides, among other things, 50 mg of thiamine (B1), 50 mg of riboflavin (B2), 50 mg of niacin (B3), 50 mg of vitamin B6, and 50 mg of pantothenic acid (B5). Additionally, it contains 680 mcg DFE of folate, 50 mcg of vitamin B12, 50 mcg of biotin, 25 mg of choline, 25 mg of PABA, and 25 mg of inositol. The name B-50 refers to this dosage of approximately 50 mg or 50 mcg for most B vitamins. This is therefore a highly dosed complex: for several B vitamins, the amount is largely above the daily reference intake, which is clearly shown in the label table. Since B vitamins are water-soluble, the body largely excretes an excess; it is still wise to monitor your total intake with highly dosed complexes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat B Vitamins Contribute To\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral B vitamins in this formula contribute to normal energy metabolism and the normal functioning of the nervous system. Vitamin B6, folate, and vitamin B12 also contribute to reducing fatigue. Biotin contributes to the maintenance of normal hair and normal skin, and pantothenic acid contributes to normal mental performance. Riboflavin and niacin also contribute to normal energy metabolism, and folate contributes to normal red blood cell formation. The complete list of approved health claims per vitamin can be found further down this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVegetarian Capsules\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe capsules are plant-based, made from hypromellose, and do not contain gelatin. Besides the vitamins, they contain only a few functional excipients, such as microcrystalline cellulose and silicon dioxide. Since everything is in one capsule, you keep your routine simple rather than combining several separate B vitamins. A B-complex like this is often chosen by people who prefer to supplement their B vitamins all at once rather than with separate products, for example, in cases of a less varied diet or a busy life. 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You'll find almost none of this compound itself in your daily diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat exactly is citicoline?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCiticoline is the common name for cytidine-5'-diphosphocholine. Behind this long name is a molecule found in all cells of your body. It consists of two interconnected parts: choline and cytidine. Your body produces this compound itself as an intermediate step in the production of phosphatidylcholine. This occurs via a fixed pathway in your cells, the so-called Kennedy pathway, named after the researcher who mapped this metabolic pathway in the 1950s. Phosphatidylcholine is one of the main fatty components of your cell membranes, the walls surrounding each cell. These membranes are continuously renewed, as your cells are constantly replacing their components. In short: citicoline is a body-specific substance whose chemical name sounds more complicated than the function of the molecule itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe difference between citicoline and ordinary choline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCholine and citicoline are often confused, but they are not the same. Ordinary choline is an isolated nutrient. Citicoline is that same choline, but as part of a larger compound, combined with cytidine. When you take citicoline, your body breaks it down into these two components again. Choline follows its own path. Cytidine is converted into uridine, a substance capable of crossing the blood-brain barrier, the protective layer that determines what can and cannot pass from your bloodstream into your brain. This is where the difference comes in. Where an isolated choline supplement provides only choline, citicoline (CDP-choline) provides two components at once. Your body assimilates this form well. For this reason, the form is mentioned separately on the label and you usually also pay more than for isolated choline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat choline is in your body\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCholine is a nutrient your body uses as a raw material. It is part of phosphatidylcholine, found in the wall of almost every cell. In addition, choline is the starting material from which your body produces acetylcholine, a signaling substance that transmits messages between nerve cells. Isolated choline is found in eggs, liver, and meat, among other things, but citicoline itself is virtually absent from the diet. This product contains 250 mg of citicoline per capsule, of which the manufacturer states about 50 mg as pure choline on the label. This milligram-accurate transparency is exactly what you want to see on a choline supplement. Good to know: European regulations allow citicoline in supplements up to a maximum of 500 mg per day, so at 250 mg this product is well below that limit. In addition to citicoline, choline bitartrate and alpha-GPC are also found in supplements, two other commonly used forms of choline. Choline bitartrate is the simplest and cheapest form, with a relatively low proportion of pure choline per unit weight. Alpha-GPC, on the other hand, contains a high percentage of choline and is often used in combination with sports supplements. Citicoline is in between the two from a structural point of view: it provides less pure choline per milligram than alpha-GPC, but it brings a second component with cytidine that the other forms do not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e180 capsules with a fixed dosage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVit4ever offers this product in a jar of 180 capsules. With the recommended intake of 1 capsule per day, you thus have a supply for about six months. The dosage of 250 mg per capsule corresponds to what is found in well-known brands on the Dutch market, where 250 mg of citicoline is a common amount per capsule. The capsule itself is vegetable and made of HPMC rather than gelatin. The product is also lactose-free, gluten-free, titanium dioxide-free, and free of artificial colors and flavors. It is packaged in Germany and Europe, according to HACCP, GMP, and ISO 22000:2018 standards. This CDP-choline supplement thus fits into a vegan diet without unnecessary additives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCiticoline is therefore a substance that you produce yourself and that is present in every cell, but which you get almost none of from food. 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