Sterols are plant fats and alcohols which have gained popularity and scientific recognition in recent years. They have a positive effect on cholesterol levels and HDL/LDL ratios.
You will find sterols and sterolins a popular addition to fortified functional foods. Recently, the FDA approved the following claim for phytosterols: “Foods containing at least 0.4 g per serving of plant sterols, eaten twice a day with meals for a daily total intake of at least 0.8 g, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease.”
Phytosterols help block the absorption of cholesterol from both your diet and what your body naturally produces. They work by making cholesterol in the intestine less soluble, causing it to turn into a form that the body cannot absorb. This process effectively reduces the amount of cholesterol that enters the bloodstream. It is based upon the fact that cholesterol must enter bile salt– and phospholipid-containing mixed micelles in order to pass through intestinal cells and be absorbed into the bloodstream.
New Roots Herbal’s Sterols and Sterolins Cholesterol is formulated with potency-validated ingredients, offering a full range of sterols and sterolins in their naturally occurring ratios. Additionally, flaxseed oil, rich in omega‑3 fatty acids, complements these sterols to further support cholesterol management. Omega‑3s in flaxseed oil contribute to maintaining healthy cholesterol levels, making it an essential addition to a heart-healthy regimen.
Our softgels derive their deep red hue from annatto extract, sourced from the seeds of the tropical fruit annatto. This extract, rich in tocotrienols and antioxidants, provides UV protection and stability to our softgel contents.
Adults: Take 3 softgels daily with food or as directed by your health-care practitioner.
Each softgel contains: | |
Organic flax (Linum usitatissimum) seed oil | 666 mg |
alpha-Linolenic acid | 369 mg |
Linoleic acid | 109 mg |
Free plant sterols (from non-GMO soy) | 350 mg |
beta-Sitosterols | 151 mg |
Campesterols | 90 mg |
Stigmasterols | 88 mg |
Other ingredient: Lecithin (from non-GMO sunflower oil) and beeswax in a softgel composed of annatto extract, sunflower oil, bovine gelatin, glycerin, and purified water. |
Contains no:Gluten, wheat, corn, eggs, dairy, yeast, citrus, preservatives, artificial flavour or colour, starch, or sugar.
Note: This product may be used with statin-based cholesterol-lowering medications.
Caution and warning: Consult a health-care practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Store in a cool, dry place, away from heat and sunlight. Do not use if seal is broken. Keep out of reach of children.
Code | Format | Size |
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0221 | Softgels | 60 softgels |
0223 | Softgels | 120 softgels |