Choline and phosphatidylcholine may maintain cognitive performance by multiple mechanisms
Brain, Cognition
Year Published: 2019
Journal
Authors
Shea TB
Methods
In this editorial, the author argues that physiologically, choline could play a key role in maintaining cognitive function. Choline is a nutrient that is found in peanuts, eggs, spinach, peas, and other foods.
Key Findings
Key Findings: According to the author, choline is a unique nutrient in the discussion of cognition because it functions as a precursor for acetylcholine, a neurotransmittter that is significantly decreased in Alzheimer's Disease. It is also a precursor for phosphatidylcholine, which is important for proper brain function. Although single nutrients may not act alone to benefit cognition, choline may be unique because of these factors, and should be studied more extensively in future research projects.
