Solgar Phytosterol Complex 1000mg 100 Softgels

Solgar Phytosterol Complex 1000 mg Softgels have been specifically formulated to be taken as two softgels a day. This unique Food supplement provides a combination of phytosterol (plant sterols derived from soy) and other sterol esters such as beta-sitosterol, stigmasterol, campesterol & brassicasterol.

• Pack of 100 softgel capsules.
• Gluten Free.
• Free from salt, sugar & starch.
• Contains several types of phytosterols.
• Molecular structure similar to cholesterol.
• Natural occurring compound in plant cell membranes.
• The purported benefits of plant sterols is obtained with a daily intake of at least 2 g plant sterols.

What is phytosterol complex used for?

Solgar Phytosterol Complex 100 Softgels contain a group of naturally occurring compounds found in plant cell membranes. These plant sterols have been shown to lower and/or reduce blood Cholesterol - high cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease.

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What are phytosterols?

Phytosterols are fatty acid esters which exist in plants and they have a molecular structure very similar to cholesterol. There are over 200 different types of phytosterols, some of which include: 

• Beta sitosterol.
• Brassicasterol.
• Campersterol.
• Sigmasterol.

What foods are high in phytosterols?

Natural sources of phytosterols are vegetable oils, nut oils, Nuts & Seeds, grains and some types of bean.

Do plant sterols lower cholesterol?

They might do! Due to the similar structure to cholesterol, phytosterols are believed to intervene with the synthesis of cholesterol and reduce the production and absorption of bad cholesterol or LDL. 

Directions of Use

Adults should take two Solgar Phytosterol Complex Softgels daily with meals.

Ingredients

Phytosterol (plant sterol) Complex (from soy) Providing Total Sterol Esters (including beta-sitosterol, stigmasterol, campesterol, brassicasterol), Softgel Capsule Shell: (gelatin, vegetable glycerin), Safflower Oil, Colour: Caramel.