Phospholipids

What are phospholipids?

Phospholipids are fat derivatives in which one of the fatty acids has been replaced by a phosphate group. They also usually contain a nitrogen-containing compound, such as choline or serine.

Examples of phospholipids as nutrients:

• Phosphatidylcholine (lecithin)
• Phosphatidylserine

The Function of Phospholipids in the Human Body

Phospholipids are part of cell membranes.