Phytosterols

    Written by:
    Kamal Patel
    Last Updated: October 13, 2024

    Phytosterols are plant-derived compounds that are very similar to the cholesterol that is found in animal products. Phytosterols are found in foods such as vegetable oils, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and legumes and may be beneficial for treating high cholesterol.

    Phytosterols is most often used for Cardiovascular Health. The Examine Database covers Metabolic Health.

    1,777 participants in trials and 1 meta-analysis

    Examine Database: Phytosterols

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    Examine Database References

    1. Total cholesterol - Zhang YF, Qiao W, Feng H, Jiang K, Yang J, Zhou T, Zhang YEffects of phytosterol supplementation on lipid profiles and apolipoproteins: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.Medicine (Baltimore).(2024 Oct 18)