10 Benefits of Choline
Benefit #2: Protects against Breast Cancer
Studies have found that choline deficiency can lead to DNA damage and destruction of some white blood cells. This can lead to serious health problems including development of cancers. Incidentally, some studies have also found that increased dietary intake of choline leads to a reduced risk of breast cancer.
An amino acid known as homocysteine is associated with an increased risk of some cancers in addition to other health risks including arteriosclerosis and coronary artery disease. Choline is required for the breakdown of excess amounts of homocysteine, which mainly comes from the breakdown of meats. Homocysteine is broken down to methionine, an essential amino acid.
