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Soybean lecithin is widely accepted in both conventional and health food stores - it's often used as an ingredient in food products and is sold in supplement form to boost your health. Lecithin supplements contain a complex mixture of phospholipids, which compose the cellular membrane structure and are used for energy storage. Two types of phospholipids that are all essential components for biological membranes include phosphatidycholine and phosphatidylserine. According to researchers in Japan, the administration of fresh phospholipids can work to replace damaged cell membranes and restore the structure and function of the cellular membrane. This is called lipid replacement therapy and it has shown to improve fatigue, diabetes symptoms, degenerative diseases and metabolic syndrome. Phosphatidylcholine is one of the primary forms of choline and acts as an essential component in cell membrane signaling. Phosphatidylcholine is produced in the liver and converted into choline, which plays several important processes within the body. Phosphatidylserine is found in the membranes of all animals, higher plants and microorganisms. In humans, it's most concentrated in the brain and phosphatidylserine supplementation is often used to improve brain function in elderly patients. Research also shows that it might be beneficial for children and young people with ADHD and mental health conditions.