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Dietary supplement

Sunflower Lecithin Soy Free Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nature's Craft

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

Sunflower Lecithin Soy Free is a dietary supplement by Nature's Craft 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 Sunflower Lecithin Soy Free by Nature's Craft

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 3 of its 3 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product has 3 active ingredients: sunflower lecithin, polyunsaturated fat, and monounsaturated fat. Sunflower lecithin is a phospholipid — a natural compound from sunflower seeds that's commonly added to supplements and foods as an emulsifier (something that helps ingredients blend).

The fats are there as part of the softgel capsule base. The inactive ingredients are gelatin, glycerol, and water.

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.

Sunflower lecithin is likely ineffective for Alzheimer's disease. For age-related memory changes, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and liver problems from prolonged IV feeding (TPN-associated hepatic steatosis), the evidence isn't strong enough yet to say whether it works.

The data we hold doesn't establish effectiveness for these uses.

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.

Sunflower lecithin is generally considered safe in food and supplement amounts. It's often well tolerated when you take it by mouth, though some people report belly pain, diarrhea, bloating, and nausea — usually mild.

If you have an egg or soy allergy, watch for allergic skin reactions (even though this product is soy-free, the lecithin source may matter for some people). It's considered likely safe in pregnancy and while breastfeeding, but talk to your doctor before starting it as a supplement if you're pregnant, nursing, or thinking about it.

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 ingredients we could check. However, we hold no data on the polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fat ingredients, so check your exact medications using the tool on this page.

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.

This is a straightforward sunflower lecithin softgel with no documented drug interactions. It's generally well tolerated, though some people get mild stomach upset.

Evidence for its most-touted uses (memory, anxiety, mood) isn't established yet. If you're taking medications, run them through our checker below — and ask your pharmacist if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have an egg allergy.

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

Assessment coverage: 1 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Aug 23, 2023.

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 Sunflower Lecithin Soy Free, straight from the product label.

Brand Nature's Craft
Net contents 90 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 23, 2023
DSLD ID 296805
Product type Fat/fatty Acid
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult Female (18 - 50 Years), Lactating
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Sunflower Lecithin Soy Free by Nature's Craft, 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
90
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories10 Calorie(s)--
Calories from Fat10 Calorie(s)--
Total Fat1 Gram(s)--
Saturated Fat0.084 Gram(s)--
Sunflower Lecithin1200 mg--
Polyunsaturated Fat0.336 Gram(s)--
Monounsaturated Fat0.408 Gram(s)--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerol, Water

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: take one softgel 2-3 times a day.

Precautions

Keep bottle tightly sealed and away from children.

If you are regnant or nursing, or taking medication, facing surgery, have bleeding problems, undergoing any other treatments which may affect the ability of blood clot, consult your physician before taking this product.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if safety is damaged or missing.

Storage

Keep bottle tightly sealed and away from children. Store in a cool, dry place.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

General Statements

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Formulation

Soy free

Breastfeeding support

Formula

Rich in postnatal nutrients

Women's wellness

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Formulated in the USA FDA registered facility Third Party Lab Verified GMP Good Manufacturing Practice

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Sunflower Lecithin Soy Free by Nature's Craft label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Sunflower Lecithin Soy Free by Nature's Craft

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 container90 Amounts shown are per serving.

Sunflower 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...

Sunflower Lecithin monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Sunflower Lecithin Soy Free by Nature's Craft Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Sunflower Lecithin Soy Free. 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 Sunflower Lecithin Soy Free, from the product label.

Nature's Craft

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Name
Nature's Craft
City
Pomona
State
NY
ZipCode
10970
Phone Number
408-599-3841
Web Address
shopnaturescraft.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Sunflower Lecithin Soy Free by Nature's Craft: Common Questions

Does Sunflower Lecithin Soy Free by Nature's Craft interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Sunflower Lecithin Soy Free. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Sunflower Lecithin Soy Free 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 my memory or brain fog?
For Alzheimer's disease, the evidence says sunflower lecithin is likely not effective. For age-related memory changes, anxiety, and other brain concerns, we don't have strong enough evidence to say it works. Talk to your doctor if memory problems are new or bothersome.
Is this safe if I'm breastfeeding?
Sunflower lecithin is considered likely safe during breastfeeding. Many people use it to help with clogged milk ducts, but check with your healthcare provider before you start any supplement while nursing.
What are the side effects?
Most people tolerate it well. Some experience mild belly pain, diarrhea, bloating, or nausea when taken by mouth. If you have an egg allergy, watch for allergic skin reactions.
Is this soy-free?
Yes — the product is labeled soy-free. It uses sunflower lecithin, not soy lecithin. If you have a soy allergy, this is the right choice, though do talk to your pharmacist if you also have an egg allergy.
Can I take this with my blood pressure or cholesterol medication?
No interactions are documented in our data for sunflower lecithin. Use the medication checker on this page with your exact drugs to confirm, and mention this supplement when you pick it up at the counter.

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Go deeper

The Full Monographs Behind Sunflower Lecithin Soy Free’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Sunflower Lecithin Soy Free'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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