Lecithin is type of lipid needed by every living cell in your body. It is derived from soybeans, although eggs have lecithin, too. Lecithin protects your brain and enhances memory, protects your heart and blood vessels and aids in the absorption of thiamine by your liver and vitamin A by the intestine. Taking 1,200 capsule before each meal helps you digest fats and abosrb fat-soluble vitamins.