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Source of validity: Scientific
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Phosphatidylcholine is a major phospholipid component of cell membranes and is abundant in the liver. Its use for supporting hepatic (liver) health is primarily based on scientific evidence, although the degree of evidence is moderate rather than robust. Phosphatidylcholine is a precursor for choline, an essential nutrient involved in lipid metabolism and the export of very low-density lipoproteins (VLDL) from the liver. Several studies, including both animal and human research, suggest that phosphatidylcholine supplementation may help prevent or reduce fatty liver disease (hepatic steatosis), especially in cases of choline deficiency or non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). For example, choline deficiency is known to cause liver dysfunction, and supplementation can reverse these effects. Some small clinical trials have suggested benefits of phosphatidylcholine in liver disorders, such as alcoholic liver disease and drug-induced liver injury, with possible anti-inflammatory and membrane-stabilizing effects. However, large-scale, high-quality human trials are lacking, and results have been inconsistent, with some studies showing limited or no effect. Thus, while there is a plausible scientific rationale and moderate evidence for the use of phosphatidylcholine in supporting the hepatic system, more rigorous clinical studies are needed to confirm its efficacy and establish optimal dosing and safety profiles.

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