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2. Phytosterol - Wikipedia

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   Unlike the statins, where cholesterol lowering has been proven to reduce risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVD) and overall mortality under well-defined circumstances, the evidence has been inconsistent for phytosterol-enriched foods or supplements to lower risk of CVD, with two reviews indicating no or marginal effect, [23] [4] and another ...

3. Lipid-lowering agent - Wikipedia

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   Phytosterols may be found naturally in plants. Similar to ezetimibe, phytosterols reduce the absorption of cholesterol in the gut, so they are most effective when consumed with meals. However, their precise mechanism of action differs from ezetimibe. Omega-3 supplements taken at high doses can reduce levels of triglycerides. [6]

4. The 40 Best Foods for Lowering Your Cholesterol, According to ...

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   Fatty fish such as tuna contain lots of omega-3s, fatty acids, which the American Heart Association recommends to help reduce inflammation, lower blood pressure and triglycerides, and reduce your ...

5. Worried About Your Cholesterol Levels? Try Incorporating ...

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   Carrots can help lower cholesterol by reducing the absorption of cholesterol from the gut and also seem to lower triglycerides ... The phytosterols in pistachios may help lower cholesterol by ...

6. Sterol ester - Wikipedia

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   Plant sterol esters used for dietary supplements are made from phytosterols and fatty acids also derived from plants. They are added to certain oil-containing products like margarine, milk, or yogurt to make functional foods for controlling cholesterol levels.

7. New Study Shows This Diet Lowers Cholesterol Up to 30%

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   Phytosterols that reduce cholesterol absorption through fortified foods, like yogurt, or supplements The diet also includes plant-based monounsaturated fats like avocados and healthy plant-based ...