Fat/Fatty Acid

Extra Strength Lecithin

by NOW · Softgel Capsule

Supplement facts from the label of Extra Strength Lecithin by NOW: Calories 30 {Calories}, Total Fat 2.0 g, Soy Lecithin 3.6 g….

Serving size2–3 Softgel(s)
Servings per container66
Most servings a day on the label1
TypeFat/Fatty Acid
Barcode733739022325
Label recordDSLD 13590 · entered 2012-10-01

Supplement Facts

IngredientPer serving% DVUpper limit (adults)
Calories30 {Calories}——
└ Calories from Fat20 {Calories}——
Total Fat2.0 g3%—
└ Saturated Fat0.00 g0%—
└ Trans Fat0.00 g——
└ Polyunsaturated Fat2.0 g——
Soy Lecithin3.6 g——
└ Phosphatidyl Choline1.1 g——

Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals. Compared only where the unit converts and the limit applies to the form on the label.

On the label

For: Adult (18 - 50 Years) · Gluten Free · Dairy Free

Claim types: All Other · Structure/Function

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: SUGGESTED USAGE: As a dietary supplement, take 2-3 softgels daily with food. Consider taking these other NOW(R) products: L-Carnitine, Omega-3 Fish Oil and CoQ10.

Brand IP Statement(s) re: (c), (TM), (SM): NOW(R) Extra Strength, Non-GMO Lecithin Softgels have over twice the Phosphatidyl Choline (1,140 mg per serving) as in our regular strength product (540 mg per serving). Phosphatidyl Choline comprises a major portion of our brain and nervous system. Lecithin also has naturally occurring essential fatty acids and Inositol. Lecithin aids in emulsifying fats, enabling them to be dispersed in water.*

FDA Disclaimer Statement: *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Precautions re: Children: Caution: For adults only.

Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications: Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

Precautions re: Children: Keep out of reach of children.

This page repeats what the label says and the official upper limits for healthy adults. It is not medical advice: ask a doctor, pharmacist or registered dietitian about your own intake, especially if you are pregnant, take medicines or have a health condition.

Label data: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Dietary Supplement Label Database (dsld.od.nih.gov), public domain. Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals (values from the Institute of Medicine, Food and Nutrition Board).