Phytosterols

    Written by:
    Kamal Patel
    Last Updated: August 28, 2025

    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.

    2,865 participants in trials and 2 meta-analyses

    Examine Database: Phytosterols

    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)
    2. Total cholesterol - Zhang Y, Zhang Q, Wang X, Jia Y, Niu Q, Ding S, Li WEffects of phytosterol-rich foods on lipid profile and inflammatory markers in patients with hyperlipidemia: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Front Pharmacol.(2025)