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Dietary supplement

Lecithin 19 Grain Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by New Sun

Softgel Capsule Category: Fat/fatty Acid
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Lecithin 19 Grain is a dietary supplement by New Sun with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for high cholesterol, liver health, brain and memory support.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Lecithin 19 Grain by New Sun

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

From our pharmacy team — supplement deep dive

What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 2 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

Lecithin 19 Grain contains 2 active ingredients: soy lecithin and polyunsaturated fat. Soy lecithin is a phospholipid derived from soybean oil — a naturally occurring fat compound found in many foods and used in supplements for its potential effects on brain health and cholesterol.

The product also contains inactive ingredients (gelatin, glycerin, water, and soybean oil) that serve as the capsule and base.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
Not assessable

This is a single-ingredient Lecithin product and its label doesn't state a use — see Lecithin's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence on soy lecithin's effectiveness is mixed. For Alzheimer disease, it's rated likely ineffective.

For age-related cognitive decline, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and TPN-associated liver fat buildup (a condition from long-term IV nutrition), the evidence isn't established well enough to rate. If you're considering lecithin for a specific health goal, ask your doctor or pharmacist whether the evidence supports its use for your situation.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Lecithin

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Soy lecithin is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth. The most common side effects are abdominal pain, diarrhea, a feeling of fullness, and nausea — usually mild.

If you have an egg or soy allergy, lecithin can trigger allergic skin reactions, so it's not for you. The safety data rates it likely safe in pregnancy and lactation, though the manufacturer suggests talking with your doctor before using it as a supplement rather than in food amounts.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Lecithin

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for the soy lecithin in this product. We could not check polyunsaturated fat.

Before you start, confirm with your own doctor or pharmacist that it won't interact with your specific medications.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Lecithin 19 Grain is generally well tolerated and shows no documented drug interactions for the ingredients we checked. It's most useful if you're interested in lecithin for its potential role in brain health, though the evidence is limited.

If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a soy or egg allergy, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist first.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 21, 2012.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Lecithin 19 Grain, straight from the product label.

Brand New Sun
Barcode (UPC) 76-1
Net contents 200 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 21, 2012
DSLD ID 12434
Product type Fat/fatty Acid
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Lecithin 19 Grain by New Sun, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Softgel(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Softgel(s)
Servings per container
200
UPC/BARCODE
76-1
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories10 NP--
Calories from Fat8 NP--
Total Fat0.7 g1%
Saturated Fat0 g--
Polyunsaturated Fat0.7 g--
Soy Lecithin1200 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerin, Water, Soybean Oil

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Recommendation: As a dietary supplement, take one softgel three times daily with meals.

Precautions

Do not use if safety seal is missing or broken.

Keep out of reach of children.

Allergen Information: Contains soy (soy lecithin/soybean oil).

Warning: If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications, or experiencing health issues, consult your doctor before use.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

General

Product No. 76-1 V3.0

General Statements

Dietary Supplements

Each serving may also provide the following naturally occurring Phosphatides: Phosphatidyl Choline 180 mg Phosphatidyl Ethanolamine 155 mg Phosphatidyl Inositol 120 mg

Formulation

This product does not contain: sugar, salt, starch, yeast, gluten, corn, milk, egg, shelffish or preservatives.

See for yourself

Lecithin 19 Grain by New Sun label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Lecithin 19 Grain by New Sun

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Servings per container200 Amounts shown are per serving.

Soy Lecithin

No known
interactions
1200 mg per serving

Lecithin is a natural fatty substance found in foods and made by the body that is widely used as a supplement and food emulsifier. Evidence supporting...

Soy Lecithin monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerin, Water, Soybean Oil. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Lecithin 19 Grain by New Sun Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Lecithin 19 Grain. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Lecithin 19 Grain, from the product label.

New Sun

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Name
New Sun
City
Hendersonville
State
NC
ZipCode
28792
Phone Number
1-800-544-0777
Web Address
www.newsun.net
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Lecithin 19 Grain by New Sun: Common Questions

Does Lecithin 19 Grain by New Sun interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Lecithin 19 Grain. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Lecithin 19 Grain contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Will this help with my memory or brain fog?
The evidence on soy lecithin for age-related cognitive decline isn't strong enough to rate yet. For Alzheimer disease specifically, it's rated likely ineffective. If you're hoping to support brain health, talk with your doctor about whether lecithin is worth trying or whether other options make more sense for you.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Soy lecithin is rated likely safe during pregnancy and lactation. That said, the safety data suggests talking with your doctor before using it as a supplement rather than getting it from food. They can help you decide whether it's right for you.
What if I have a soy allergy?
This product contains soy lecithin, so it's not safe for you if you have a soy allergy — it can cause allergic skin reactions. Skip this one and talk with your doctor about alternatives.
What are the most common side effects?
Lecithin is usually well tolerated, but some people experience abdominal pain, diarrhea, a feeling of fullness, or nausea. These tend to be mild, but if they bother you, let your doctor know.
Does this product have a lot of fillers?
Besides the active ingredients, the product contains gelatin, glycerin, water, and soybean oil as the capsule base and inactive ingredients. That's pretty standard for a softgel.

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Go deeper

The Full Monographs Behind Lecithin 19 Grain’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Lecithin 19 Grain's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 9 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Lecithin 9 references
  1. Buchman AL, Dubin M, Jenden D, et al. Lecithin increases plasma free choline and decreases hepatic steatosis in long-term total parenteral nutrition patients. Gastroenterology 1992;102:1363-70.
  2. Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin B12, Pantothenic Acid, Biotin, and Choline (2000). Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 2000. Available at: http://b
  3. Chatellier G, Lacomblez L. Tacrine (tetrahydroaminoacridine; THA) and lecithin in senile dementia of the Alzheimer type: a multicentre trial. Groupe Francais d'Etude de la Tetrahydroaminoacridine. BMJ 1990;300:495-9.
  4. Gelenberg AJ, Dorer DJ, Wojcik JD, et al. A crossover study of lecithin treatment of tardive dyskinesia. J Clin Psychiatry 1990;51:149-53.
  5. Little A, Levy R, Chuaqui-Kidd P, Hand D. A double-blind, placebo controlled trial of high-dose lecithin in Alzheimer's disease. J Neurol Neurosurg Psychiatry 1985;48:736-42. PubMed
  6. Palm M, Moneret-Vautrin DA, Kanny G, et al. Food allergy to egg and soy lecithins. Allergy 1999;54:1116-7. PubMed
  7. Drachman DA, Glosser G, Fleming P, et al. Memory decline in the aged: treatment with lecithin and physostigmine. Neurology 1982;32:944-50. PubMed
  8. Gelenberg, A. J., Doller-Wojcik, J. C., and Growdon, J. H. Choline and lecithin in the treatment of tardive dyskinesia: preliminary results from a pilot study. Am J Psychiatry 1979;136(6):772-776. PubMed
  9. Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. Title 21, Chapter 1, Subchapter B, Part 184: Direct food substances affirmed as Generally Recognized as Safe. Subpart B - listing of specific substances affirmed as GRAS. Sec. 184.1400 Lecithin. Available at: https:

See these in context on the Lecithin monograph →

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