Vitamins - Choline - Optimal Absorption

If supplementing, take a B-Complex vitamin that includes inositol, or a multi-vitamin/mineral for optimal absorption. Choline is also available in a lipotropic supplement (choline, inositol, methionine) for weight loss and liver cleansing. Available in capsules or tablets.

Some substances can destroy or limit absorption of choline. They include caffeine, alcohol, sugar, tap water, sulfa drugs, estrogen, and food processing techniques.

Therapeutic doses range from 500 to 1,000mg daily. The average B-Complex supplement contains 50mg of choline and inositol.

The following is a list of United States 1997-1998 Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI): Adequate Intakes (AI) for nutritional choline intake and are included as a guideline only. Consult with your nutritionist, naturopath, or other health practitioner for a dosage appropriate for your needs. Children under 6 years of age should be under the supervision of the above mentioned specialists if directly supplementing with choline.