In the body, lecithin can be converted to choline, an essential nutrient required for liver health, brain development and cognitive health.

In the United States the use of soy lecithin products in food, or in the production of food, for any purpose, required the declaration of “soy” as an allergen in the manner described by the law. Some specific Soy Lecithins are exempt from allergen labeling only when used as a release agent applied to food contact surfaces.

A soybean is made up of a variety of nutrients, including protein, carbohydrates and fats. Lecithin is also found in soybeans and may come from other sources including eggs, sunflowers and rapeseed.

Most Soy Lecithins do not contain ingredients of animal origin. Some products available in Europe may contain dairy ingredients.