Plant sterols in a softgel
Discover Beta-Sitosterol with Plant Sterols from NOW Foods
Beta-sitosterol with plant sterol esters — NOW Foods
Plant sterols are present in oils, nuts, and grains, but in small amounts. NOW Foods Beta-Sitosterol provides plant sterol esters, including beta-sitosterol, campesterol, and stigmasterol, in a concentrated fish oil base in softgels. Each serving of two softgels contains 1 g of plant sterol esters. It makes sense for adults looking for these plant compounds in a convenient form, taken with meals, two softgels twice a day, as part of a varied diet. It is produced in GMP-certified facilities and is Halal and Kosher certified.
Beta-sitosterol — in summary
It is a softgel with plant sterol esters (beta-sitosterol, campesterol, and stigmasterol) in fish oil. It is intended for adults looking for plant sterols in a convenient form. Take 2 softgels twice a day, with food.
Key benefits
✅ 1 g of plant sterol esters per 2-softgel serving.
✅ Provides 400 mg of beta-sitosterol, with campesterol and stigmasterol.
✅ Concentrated fish oil base.
✅ Take with meals, 2 softgels twice a day.
✅ Halal and Kosher certified; manufactured in a GMP-certified facility.
More information about the ingredients
Plant sterols, or phytosterols, are compounds naturally present in vegetable oils, nuts, seeds, and grains, with a structure similar to cholesterol. Beta-sitosterol is the most abundant, followed by campesterol and stigmasterol. In this formula, they appear in the form of esters.
The plant sterol esters are delivered in concentrated fish oil, with soy lecithin, in a bovine gelatin softgel. They are presented as a formula composition to be taken with meals as part of a varied diet.
Things to consider
• For adults only. Consult a physician if pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.
• Intended for people who want to lower their blood cholesterol level; those taking cholesterol-lowering medication should only consume under medical supervision. May not be nutritionally appropriate for pregnant women, nursing mothers, and children under 5 years of age. Do not exceed 3 g/day of added plant sterols.
• Contains fish (sardine, anchovy, mackerel) and soy.
• Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Keep out of reach of children.
Frequently asked questions
What are plant sterols?
They are natural compounds from vegetable oils, nuts, and grains, such as beta-sitosterol, campesterol, and stigmasterol.
How should I take it?
Take 2 softgels twice a day, with food.
Does it contain allergens?
Yes. Contains fish (in fish oil) and soy (in lecithin).
Who should be careful?
Pregnant women, nursing mothers, and children under 5 years old, as well as those taking cholesterol medication, who should only consume under medical supervision.
Plant sterols in a convenient intake with meals, can support your dietary routine.
🛒 Add NOW Foods Beta-Sitosterol to your meals and keep your routine simple.
How to take
Take 2 softgels twice a day, with food. Store in a cool, dry place after opening. Follow label directions.
Suitable for
✅ Those looking for plant sterols in a convenient form
✅ Those who want an intake associated with meals
✅ Those who value beta-sitosterol with campesterol and stigmasterol
Composition
Serving size: 2 softgels. Servings per container: 45.
Plant sterol esters (400 mg beta-sitosterol, plus campesterol and stigmasterol) — 1000 mg (NRV not established)
Concentrated fish oil — 120 mg (NRV not established)
Other ingredients: softgel (bovine gelatin, glycerin, water, carob), soy lecithin.
Try NOW Foods Beta-Sitosterol and integrate plant sterols into your routine.
