Soy Lecithin Powder E322 is a natural emulsifier obtained from the soy lecithin in liquid form. The product is a mixture of phospholipids. This product is often used in chocolate, cheese, margarine, and salad dressing. Though it’s considered safe, some are convinced it has potentially dangerous health effects.

What Is Soy Lecithin E322?

Soy Lecithin E322 is a yellow powder with a special odor. It is used as nutritional supplements for the prevention and treatment of atherosclerosis, fatty liver, high cholesterol, acute and chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis, neurasthenia, weight loss and anemia.

Possible Side Effects of Soy Lecithin E322

Soy Lecithin E322 is generally considered a safe ingredient. The side effects may

  1. Gastrointestinal problems like diarrhea

  2. Changes in weight (loss and gain)

  3. Loss of appetite

  4. Skin rashes

  5. Nausea, dizziness, vomiting and confusion

  6. Low blood pressure (which is just as dangerous as high blood pressure)

  7. Blurred vision and occasional fainting

GRAS Affirmation: Yes

Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) is an American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) designation that a chemical or substance added to food is considered safe by experts, and so is exempted from the usual Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) food additive tolerance requirements. Soy Lecithin E322 is considered safe by FDA.

Suggested Dosage

NA.

Special Populations Precaution

There is a lot of concern about diet and nutrition for these population, like Newborns, children, pregnant, sensitive to Soy Lecithin E322 populations. Better consult to your doctor if you would like to intake Soy Lecithin E322.