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choline

UK //ˈkəʊliːn//US //ˈkoʊliːn//

词源

源自希腊语 chole(胆汁)+化学后缀-ine,因最初从胆汁中分离而得名(1862年)。

noun

❶ 胆碱是一种重要的营养素,属于B族维生素复合物,对肝脏功能、神经信号传递和细胞膜结构有重要作用。

“Eggs are a rich source of choline, which is essential for brain health.”

(鸡蛋富含胆碱,这种物质对大脑健康至关重要。)

“Pregnant women need adequate choline for fetal brain development.”

(孕妇需要充足的胆碱以促进胎儿大脑发育。)

同义词:vitamin B4, lipotropic factor

常见短语

choline bitartrate — 胆碱酒石酸盐,是胆碱的常见补充剂形式,易被人体吸收。

“The doctor recommended choline bitartrate for cognitive support.”

(医生推荐使用胆碱酒石酸盐来支持认知功能。)

choline deficiency — 胆碱缺乏症,可能导致脂肪肝、肌肉损伤等健康问题。

“Vegetarians should be aware of the risk of choline deficiency.”

(素食者应注意胆碱缺乏的风险。)