The Solgar Choline 250mg / Inositol 250mg is a dietary supplement in phytocapsules, with 250mg of choline (as choline bitartrate) and 250mg of inositol per capsule. The package contains 50 phytocapsules.
It is aimed at adults who want targeted choline intake, those who consume few eggs, liver or legumes, the denser dietary sources of it, and those who are looking for a simple two-ingredient formulation instead of a multivitamin that would overlap with what they already take.
Choline is classified as an essential nutrient without being a strict vitamin: the body synthesizes a small amount in the liver, but not enough to meet the needs, so the rest must come from the diet. Its role is mainly structural. Choline is incorporated into phosphatidylcholine, the main phospholipid of every cell membrane in the body, and it is also the molecule from which acetylcholine, one of the main neurotransmitters, is made.
There is also a second pathway. Triglycerides synthesized in the liver need to be packaged in very low density lipoproteins to be transported to the rest of the circulation, and the envelope of these particles is mainly phosphatidylcholine. This explains why choline is linked both to lipid metabolism and to maintaining normal liver function. Inositol, on the other hand, is a cyclic hexahydric alcohol that participates in the formation of lecithin and intracellular signaling systems. It remains the subject of research and does not have an approved health claim.
According to the product presentation by Solgar itself, the formulation is described as follows:
The above statements are attributed to the manufacturer. Inositol does not have an approved health claim from the EFSA and remains the subject of research.
Of the two ingredients, only choline has approved health claims, and the dose of 250mg per phytocapsule comfortably covers them:
Inositol is described only in terms of what it is: a component that participates in the formation of lecithin, without any claim of effect. The form of choline here is bitartrate, i.e. salt of tartaric acid, and the capsule shell is plant cellulose. The formula is declared vegan, Kosher, gluten-free, lactose-free, starch-free and sugar-free.
It suits those who follow a vegan or vegetarian diet, as the denser sources of choline are animal-based, i.e. eggs and liver. It suits adults who want to support normal liver function and normal lipid metabolism through their diet. It suits those who already take B vitamins and want to add choline separately, checking the dose. It also suits those who prefer a flexible dosage, from one to three capsules a day.
The product is a dietary supplement and does not replace medical diagnosis or treatment. It is not intended to treat liver disease, high cholesterol or any medical condition.
Main ingredients: per 1 phytocapsule, choline (as bitartrate) 250mg, inositol 250mg.
Other ingredients: choline bitartrate, inositol, phytocapsule shell (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose), anti-caking agents (vegetable magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide).
Free of: sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy products, preservatives, sweeteners, artificial colors. Vegan, vegetarian, Kosher, lactose-free.
Form: phytocapsules.
Recommended dosage: taken as a dietary supplement for adults, one (1) to three (3) phytocapsules daily preferably with meals.
With one phytocapsule per day, the 50 phytocapsule package covers about seven weeks. With two it covers twenty-five days and with three about sixteen days. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
In case of pregnancy, breastfeeding or taking medication, consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. The same applies if you have trimethylaminuria, liver or kidney disease or bipolar disorder. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
One to three phytocapsules daily, preferably with meals. Three capsules provide 750mg of choline and 750mg of inositol.
It is a cyclic alcohol that participates in the formation of lecithin, like choline. It does not have an approved health claim and is referred to as an ingredient of the composition.
About seven weeks with one capsule per day, twenty-five days with two, sixteen days with three.
No. Lecithin is a mixture of phospholipids that contains choline in a lower concentration. Here choline is given directly, in a measured dose, and the formula does not contain soy.
Eggs are rich in choline, so with regular consumption the need is lower. The formulation makes more sense in diets that avoid them.
Yes. The shell is plant cellulose and the formula is declared vegan and Kosher.
At very high doses of choline, a particular odor has been described, especially in people with trimethylaminuria. Do not exceed the recommended dose and consult a doctor if there is such a history.
Usually yes, as choline is not included in many B formula supplements. Check the labels for overlaps and ask your pharmacist.
* Health claims approved under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006. Inositol does not have an approved health claim from the EFSA. The references to its benefits are attributed to the manufacturer. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment or cure of a human disease.
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Main ingredients: per 1 phytocapsule, choline (as bitartrate) 250mg, inositol 250mg.
Other ingredients: choline bitartrate, inositol, phytocapsule shell (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose), anti-caking agents (vegetable magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide).
Free of: sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy products, preservatives, sweeteners, artificial colors. Vegan, vegetarian, Kosher, lactose-free.
Form: phytocapsules.
Recommended dosage: taken as a dietary supplement for adults, one (1) to three (3) phytocapsules daily preferably with meals.
With one phytocapsule per day, the pack of 50 phytocapsules covers approximately seven weeks. With two, it covers twenty-five days and with three, approximately sixteen days. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
In case of pregnancy, breastfeeding or taking medication, consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. The same applies if you have trimethylaminuria, liver or kidney disease, or bipolar disorder. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
