WHAT IS CITICOLINE?

🔍 What is Citicoline?

Citicoline, scientifically known as CDP-choline (Cytidine-5'-diphosphocholine), is a substance naturally found in our body and one of the basic building blocks of brain cells. It plays critical roles particularly in repairing brain cell membranes and cognitive functions such as memory, learning, and focus.

Citicoline consists of two building blocks called choline and cytidine. These building blocks are necessary for energy production in brain cells, neurotransmitter synthesis, and cell membrane integrity.

💡 What Does Citicoline Do?

Citicoline is a versatile molecule that works to protect and improve mental functions. Its main functions are:

✅ 1. Repairs Brain Cell Membranes

Neurons in the brain have difficulty communicating when their membrane structures deteriorate. Citicoline helps repair by supporting the building blocks of these membranes (especially phosphatidylcholine).

✅ 2. Increases Neurotransmitter Production

Citicoline plays an important role especially in the production of acetylcholine. This substance is involved in processes such as learning, attention, and memory.

✅ 3. Provides Antioxidant and Anti-inflammatory Effects

It can reduce oxidative stress in brain tissue, thus preventing cell damage.

✅ 4. Supports Mitochondria

It can increase mental energy by supporting energy production in mitochondria, which are energy production centers.

💉 How is Citicoline Administered?

Citicoline can be administered orally or intravenously (IV). Today, IV citicoline applications are preferred in many clinics, especially in cognitive support or neurological support protocols.

📌 Conclusion: Scientific Support for the Brain

Citicoline is a natural molecule that supports brain cells and can provide multifaceted contributions to mental functions. Thanks to both its scientific background and positive patient experiences in practice, it has come to the forefront in recent years in the concepts of "mental youth and brain health".