July 2017 PMID 28788094

Neuroprotective Actions of Dietary Choline.

Jan Krzysztof Blusztajn, Barbara E Slack, Tiffany J Mellott

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What people are saying

Discussions highlight the importance of nutrients like folate and B vitamins in choline metabolism, suggesting nuanced understanding, while some comments express skepticism about the direct benefits of dietary choline, reflecting a mix of curiosity and doubt. The tone varies from inquisitive to skeptical, which aligns with the moderate interest and engagement levels identified.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The comments show mixed views; some acknowledge the benefits of choline, while others question the correlation between diet and cognition.

InterestModerate interest

There is a moderate interest, especially from individuals referencing the research and discussing dietary impacts on brain health.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts engaged with specific aspects of the publication, such as nutrient interactions and health implications, indicating some depth of discussion.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest awareness but not widespread or deep impact, with some skepticism about dietary recommendations.

Abstract in brief

  • Choline is an essential nutrient important for brain health, acting as a precursor for key molecules like phosphatidylcholine, acetylcholine, and methyl groups that influence gene regulation.
  • High choline intake during early development in animal models enhances lifelong cognitive abilities, prevents age-related memory decline, and offers protection against neurological diseases such as Alzheimer's, epilepsy, fetal alcohol syndrome, Down, and Rett syndromes, possibly through epigenetic modifications.
  • In adults, dietary choline may support cognitive function by maintaining levels of certain phospholipids containing omega-3 fatty acids, which are linked to better memory and reduced risk of cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s disease.

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Nutrem
@MxNutrem · X

Comer carne, pollo y proteína animal a diario no es bueno para tu cerebro a pesar que los estudios digan que la colina y la creatina son buenas para la cognición. https://t.co/0jiKjneSVl https://t.co/vUJ6Pmsrm9

Dec 17, 2022 · 1 like · 256 followers View post →
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Jun 11, 2022 · 1 like · 113 followers View post →
Kinthulhu ☯ in USA
@KinSpin · X

@Catinmyfamily @Naomi_D_Harvey My guess: as a body uses it the choline also uses up co-factors (minerals, B vitamins, etc.). "other nutrients such as folate, vitamin B12 and vitamin B6, influence the metabolism of choline, and their availability may modify the requirements for choline." https://t.co/duxJJW3Ua6

Aug 16, 2024 · 1 like · 112 followers View post →
ХАРКІВ_РУЛІТ
@KHARKIV_RULIT · X

https://t.co/1kPS77iPM6

Sep 26, 2025 · 10,638 followers View post →
Overclock
@bebaoverclock · X

@SMPRIME2 @flavioricardo @rvchvrd @giganteholandes @tixinhadois Blusztajn, J. et al. Neuroprotective Actions of Dietary Choline. Nutrients. Published online 2017, Jul 28.

Sep 20, 2021 · 5,602 followers View post →
Pub.Reading
@PubReading · X

▶️Listen to PubReading [93] - Neuroprotective Actions of Dietary Choline - J. Blusztajn, B. Slack and T. Mellott https://t.co/1jyH3JJxWU

Apr 22, 2022 · 95 followers View post →

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ХАРКІВ_РУЛІТ
@KHARKIV_RULIT · X

https://t.co/1kPS77iPM6

Sep 26, 2025 · 10,638 followers View post →
Kinthulhu ☯ in USA
@KinSpin · X

@Catinmyfamily @Naomi_D_Harvey My guess: as a body uses it the choline also uses up co-factors (minerals, B vitamins, etc.). "other nutrients such as folate, vitamin B12 and vitamin B6, influence the metabolism of choline, and their availability may modify the requirements for choline." https://t.co/duxJJW3Ua6

Aug 16, 2024 · 1 like · 112 followers View post →
Nutrem
@MxNutrem · X

Comer carne, pollo y proteína animal a diario no es bueno para tu cerebro a pesar que los estudios digan que la colina y la creatina son buenas para la cognición. https://t.co/0jiKjneSVl https://t.co/vUJ6Pmsrm9

Dec 17, 2022 · 1 like · 256 followers View post →
MontGGGomery
@GgGomery · X

@Hadmut https://t.co/2HSpjUa00q https://t.co/YfYJfBEC8r https://t.co/3M9PnYk2mo https://t.co/h0wGoddrlW https://t.co/G1Oj4opzg1 https://t.co/LYEkbwrITn

Jun 11, 2022 · 1 like · 113 followers View post →
Pub.Reading
@PubReading · X

▶️Listen to PubReading [93] - Neuroprotective Actions of Dietary Choline - J. Blusztajn, B. Slack and T. Mellott https://t.co/1jyH3JJxWU

Apr 22, 2022 · 95 followers View post →
Overclock
@bebaoverclock · X

@SMPRIME2 @flavioricardo @rvchvrd @giganteholandes @tixinhadois Blusztajn, J. et al. Neuroprotective Actions of Dietary Choline. Nutrients. Published online 2017, Jul 28.

Sep 20, 2021 · 5,602 followers View post →