Sitostanol

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Description

Sitostanol is a type of Phytosterol derived from Pine Trees.  It is the saturated derivative of Beta-Sitosterol.

 

Health Benefits of Sitostanol

Metabolism

 Sitostanol (1,700 mg per day) may lower (by approximately 10%) elevated total serum Cholesterol levels (by inhibiting the absorption of dietary Cholesterol).  [1]

 Sitostanol (1,700 mg per day) may lower total serum Low Density Lipoproteins levels.  [2]

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