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Phytosterols & High Cholesterol

Phytosterols, a component found in foods such as vegetables, fruits, and nuts, have been shown to lower cholesterol in many studies.

How Do Phytosterols Lower Cholesterol?

Phytosterols have become a popular cholesterol-lowering ingredient, but how do they work to reduce your cholesterol?

Phytosterol Supplements v. Foods: Which Should You Use to Lower Cholesterol?

Which is better -- using phytosterol supplements or foods containing phytosterols when it comes to lowering cholesterol?

Which Foods Contain the Highest Amount of Phytosterols?

There are many foods that contain phytosterols, including nuts, whole grains, fruits, and vegetables.

Ten Ways to Add Phytosterols to Your Diet

Need some healthy ideas to add phytosterols to your diet? Try these ten helpful tips!

Wheat Germ Recipes to Lower Cholesterol

Wheat germ, which is chock-full of phytosterols and other nutrients, is a delicious addition to any cholesterol-lowering diet.

Breakfast Ideas With Phytosterols

Looking for ideas to start your day off right? This article contains healthy breakfast ideas for those of you looking to include more phytosterols in your diet.

Lunch Ideas With Phytosterols

Looking to include more phystosterols in your diet? Try these delicious lunch ideas that include foods high in phytosterols.

Healthy Dinners with Phytosterols

Looking to include phytosterols in your low cholesterol diet? Try these delicious dinners.

Cholesterol-Friendly, Peanut Butter Snacks

Try some of these tasty, peanut butter snacks chock-full of phytosterols.

Would You Use Foods Containing Phytosterols to Lower Your Cholesterol?

Phytosterols are found in a variety of healthy foods and are even supplemented in some of your favorite snacks. Would you use these phytosterol-supplemented foods to lower your cholesterol?

How Are You Including Phytosterols in Your Diet?

Tell us how you are including phytosterols into your cholesterol lowering diet.

Everything You Need to Know About Phytosterols

There's a lot of buzz about phytosterols in the media -- and the healthy benefits that can be gained by including them in your diet. There's also talk about their ability to lower cholesterol. But do they really do the job? And how much phytosterols do you need to consume to see the benefits?

Are There Side Effects Associated with Taking Supplements with Phytosterols?

Although phytosterol supplements are generally safe, some may experience side effects associated with taking the product.

What Quantity of Phytosterols Do I Need Daily to Lower My LDL?

Although there is no set quantity of phytosterols needed to lower your LDL, there is a certain amount you need to consume to see the LDL-lowering benefit of phytosterols.

Are Foods and Vitamins Supplemented with Phytosterols Safe?

Phytosterols can lower your LDL cholesterol, but are the foods and vitamins supplemented with them safe? This article has the scoop.

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