Lysolecithin vs. Lecithin

Lysolecithin vs. Lecithin — Is There a Difference?

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Difference Between Lysolecithin and Lecithin

Lysolecithinnoun

(organic chemistry) Any lysophospholipid derived from lecithin

Lecithinnoun

(organic chemistry) The principal phospholipid in animals; it is particularly abundant in egg yolks, and is extracted commercially from soy. It is a major constituent of cell membranes, and is commonly used as a food additive (as an emulsifier).

Lecithinnoun

a yellow phospholipid essential for the metabolism of fats; found in egg yolk and in many plant and animal cells; used commercially as an emulsifier

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