- Whole eggs. Eggs are one of the best sources of choline, with 1 egg providing 147 mg. ...
- Organ meat. Organ meat like liver and kidneys are some of the best sources of choline. ...
- Caviar. Fish roe, or caviar, is an excellent source of choline. ...
- Fish. ...
- Shiitake mushrooms. ...
- Soybeans. ...
- Beef. ...
- Wheat germ.
What are the symptoms of choline deficiency?
Symptoms and risks of choline deficiency include:
- Feeling anxious or restless.
- Fatty liver, otherwise known as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)
- Muscle damage.
- Hyperhomocysteinemia.
- Hemorrhagic kidney necrosis.
- Cancer.
How can I get daily choline?
Choline is naturally found in egg yolks, fish (like salmon), meat, and dairy. The best source is eggs. One large egg can provide 25 percent of a pregnant woman's daily choline needs and more than half the choline required for 4- to 8-year-old children.
