Helps promote a healthier cardiovascular system! How Does Phytosterol Complex w/ Beta-sitosterol Work? Phytosterols are natural components found in a number of vegetables, plants and grains, and they may help support balanced cholesterol levels. And, recent studies have shown the amazing benefits of plant sterols regarding the absorption of cholesterol. Hot off the presses, the Sept./Oct. issue of the Annals of Nutrition & Metabolism published a study evaluating the effects of certain plant sterols on human cholesterol absorption¹. Twenty-four men and women underwent four separate tests that included different doses of phytosterols. The tests showed that 300 mg of phytosterols reduced cholesterol absorption by over 23%; a dose of 500 mg reduced the absorption by 32%.Plus, phytosterolsparticularly beta-sitosterolmay possess anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting components (Alternative Medicine Review, June 1999) Phytosterols are generally free of side effects, but one study has shown them to affect absorption ofVitamin E and beta-carotene² so, its wise to take a high-quality multi-vitamin with this product, such as one from NSIs Synergy line. Youll also boost your overall health. ¹ Ann Nutr Metab. 2005 Sep-Oct;49(5):346-51. Epub 2005 Aug 26. Micellar phytosterols effectively reduce cholesterol absorption at low doses. Shin MJ, Lee JH, Jang Y, Lee-Kim YC, Park E, Kim KM, Chung BC, Chung N. ² Am J Clin Nutr 2004;80:1717. Both free and esterified plant sterols reduce cholesterol absorption and the bioavailability of beta-carotene and alpha-tocopherol in normocholesterolemic humans. Richelle M, Enslen M, Hager C, et al. NSI Phytosterol Complex w/ Beta-sitosterol is better because it:Provides a potent standardized blend of plant sterols95%Comes 240 tablets per bottle, which is a great value when compared to name brands!
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