Product Specifications
- Common Name: Soy Lecithin
- Botanical Name: Lecithin liquid
- Country of Origin: USA
- Color: Amber
- Flavor / Odor / Aroma: Slight nutlike, almost odorless
Lecithin offers various functional and synergistic properties: it acts as an emulsifier and stabilizes and homogenizes fat particles in the food. In instant drinks, it facilitates the wetting operation. In the bakery, it supports dough tolerance and acts as a release agent after baking. Lecithin can be used as a wetting agent and shows anti-oxygenizing effects e.g. in cosmetics. Additionally, lecithin adds anti-spattering effects to margarine with better spreadability and increased shelf life. Lecithin is also very rich in functional phospholipids, ideal to use in health foods and nutraceuticals.
100% Pure & Natural
Only One Ingredient: Our premium Soy Lecithin is 100% Pure & Natural – No Additives, No Chemicals, No Alcohol, No Fragrance, and Not Diluted.
Non-GMO.
Made without pesticides.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it really 100% pure? What are the ingredients? Yes! there is only one ingredient: 100% Pure & Natural Soy Lecithin (Lecithin liquid).
Q: What if I allergic to soy? Although soy lecithin is derived from soy, most of the allergens are removed in the manufacturing process.
Q: How to store Soy Lecithin Store at 65 - 75°F in a dry and odor-free environment. Best if used within 12 months from the date of purchse in unopened containers.
Soy Lecithin Nutrition Facts
Oftentimes extracted from soybean oil, one ounce (28 grams) of soybean lecithin has the following nutritional content:
- 214 calories 1,438 milligrams omega-3 fatty acids, 11,250 milligrams omega-6 fatty acids
- 2.3 milligrams vitamin E (11 percent DV)
- 51 micrograms vitamin K (64 percent DV)
- 98 milligrams choline (20 percent DV)
Manufacturing Soy Lecithin
Manufacturers take soybean oil from raw soybeans. This soy oil is then mixed with water until the lecithin portion of the oil separates.
Lecithin is the general name for fatty compounds extracted from animal or plant sources. Soy is just one of the sources for lecithin.
Back then, egg lecithin was the go-to option. Today, it is isolated from soybeans, cottonseed, rapeseed, and sunflower.
Although it’s usually used as a liquid, lecithin powder and lecithin granules are now available for purchase.
Benefits & Uses
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Soothes and moisturizes skinLecithin is in the ingredients of some skincare products. It’s used as an emollient, making skin feel smooth by restoring hydration. In most of these products, the kind of lecithin used is called hydrogenated lecithin. Taking lecithin could help your skin since it tones and stimulates other parts of your body. |
Could help with digestionPeople with ulcerative colitis prefer lecithin to help their digestion. Lecithin’s emulsifying qualities contribute to a chain reaction that helps the mucus in your intestine, making the digestive process easier and protecting the delicate lining of your digestive system. Even if you don’t have ulcerative colitis, you might want to consider using lecithin if you have irritable bowel syndrome or another condition that affects your digestive process. |
TakeawayLecithin is considered a low-risk addition to the supplements you may already use to maintain your body. But all nutrients are best taken in their whole form in food. With some benefits and very few risks, lecithin may be an option for people who are looking to improve their cholesterol and body functions. |
HaircareLecithin in hair care products helps to achieve great looking, shiny hair, which is silky to the touch. Especially dry hair benefits from the presence of lecithin because it helps with the structural qualities of hair. Together with other hair care ingredients it keeps hair properly moisturized and helps to restore the natural protective coating of hair. These beneficial effects counteract part of the toll aging takes on hair. Lecithin and unsaturated fats support the regeneration of hair. All these benefits go a long way toward keeping the effects of aging at bay. Learn how to wash your hair with shampoos using egg yolk lecithin to replenish and improve hair deep in the inner shaft. This results in great-looking supple and shiny hair. Haircare products with lecithin also help in hair straightening procedures. |
This product is considered the Non-GMO Product.
Cruelty-Free & Vegan
Not Tested on Animals.
DISCLAIMER:
Velona products are NOT MEDICAL PRODUCTS. All products are not considered as a treatment to heal, prevent, or cure any disease, health conditions, or problems. This information does not provide medical advice. It is intended for informational purposes only. Statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition.