Beta Sitosterol (Plant Sterol) Powder

What is Beta Sitosterol (Plant Sterol)? Beta sitosterol is a fat-like compound with a similar chemical structure to cholesterol. It is a phytosterol and a structural element of plant membranes. Scientists have discovered over 250 phytosterols, but beta sitosterol, stigmasterol, and campesterol are the most abundant. Humans typically consume 200-300mg of phytosterols per day from vegetable oils, avocados, nuts, and many salad dressings. Plant Sterols and Stanols Phytosterol is an umbrella term for plant sterols and stanols. The primary structural difference is that plant sterols have a double bond in their sterol ring, whereas stanols do not. Humans can’t synthesize phytosterols, as sterols and stanols are unique to plants. The intestines absorb phytosterols (up to 5%) better than phytostanols (0.02-0.3%). Plant sterols have many beneficial properties and may support ca