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Source of choline
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 teaspoon (small) of Choline supplement (4 g) has 16 calories. That works out to 400 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 teaspoon (small) · 4 g
16
KCAL / 4G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 0% · Fat 100%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 16 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 4 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 0.5 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 0.5 g | 2 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 1 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 1 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (extra small) | 2 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 8 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (large) | 12 g | 48 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 400 kcal |
Calculated from 400 calories per 100 g.
A choline supplement provides choline, which the body uses to make cell membranes and acetylcholine, a chemical involved in nerve signaling. Choline also has a role in normal liver function; taking a supplement does not mean it treats a disease.
Yes, choline is important during pregnancy, but whether you need a supplement depends on your diet and the product. Ask your doctor or dietitian before using one, since supplements contain different amounts and forms of choline.
There is no single daily supplement dose that suits everyone; products provide different amounts and forms of choline. Count choline from food as well, and do not exceed the directions on the product.
Yes, too much choline can cause nausea, diarrhea, sweating, or a fishy body odor. Very high intake may also lower blood pressure and cause other problems, so avoid exceeding the product directions.
A choline supplement has not been shown to reliably improve memory in healthy people. Choline is used to make acetylcholine, which is involved in memory, but that biological role does not prove that extra choline boosts memory.
No single form is best for everyone. Choline bitartrate, alpha-GPC, and citicoline are common forms, but their choline content and intended uses differ; compare the actual choline amount rather than treating the forms as interchangeable.
You can generally take a choline supplement at a time that fits your routine; there is no established best time of day. Follow the product directions, and take it with food if it causes stomach discomfort.
Often, yes, but the combination matters: some products contain overlapping ingredients, and medications can change what is appropriate for you. Ask a pharmacist or clinician to review the specific products if you take medication.
No. Foods provide choline alongside other nutrients, while a supplement delivers a concentrated choline compound. Supplements are classified as ultra-processed products, so they are not a substitute for varied choline-containing foods.
Choline deficiency cannot be diagnosed from symptoms alone; liver or muscle problems can have many causes. Whether a supplement is appropriate depends on your diet and health, so persistent symptoms need proper assessment rather than self-treatment.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Calcium
0mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 16 calories in 1 teaspoon (small) (4 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A choline supplement is a product intended to add choline to the diet. Depending on its formulation, it may come as a powder, capsule or liquid; it is a supplement rather than a food eaten as part of a meal. Powdered versions are measured and can be mixed into water or another drink when the label directs. Taste and texture vary by product, so check the packaging for preparation instructions.
There is no single customary mealtime for it: people may fit it into a breakfast routine or take it at another convenient time. Nutritionally, its defining feature is that it provides choline, rather than protein, fibre or a balanced meal. Follow the serving guidance on the product label, and if you prefer a less noticeable taste, mix a powdered version into a drink you already enjoy.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.