• The three main phytosterols in phytosterol complex are beta-sitosterol, campesterol, and stigmasterol. (vitanetonline.com)
  • At present, β-sitosterols and Campesterol have witnessed large-scale adoption of phytosterols supplements. (alliedmarketresearch.com)
  • But in addition to lovastatin, it contains other "statins" and valuable natural compounds such as isoflavones, monounsaturated fatty acids and plant sterols like beta-sitosterol, campesterol, and sapogenin. (peoplespharmacy.com)
  • β-sitosterol, campesterol and stigmasterol were quantified by HPLC-PDA analysis using Symmetry C18 chromatographic column. (srce.hr)
  • Subsequently, they were found to have significantly elevated plasma levels of plant sterols in the form of beta-sitosterol, campesterol, and stigmasterol. (medscape.com)
  • Arteries and xanthomas in patients with sitosterolemia contain increased amounts of these sterols, particularly sitosterol, stigmasterol, campesterol, and their 5-alpha derivatives. (medscape.com)
  • The crystalline form is a nearly pure (usually 98%+) mixture of the more common phytosterols, such as sitosterol, campesterol, stigmasterol, brassicasterol. (nutritionaloutlook.com)
  • Preliminary scientific research suggests that plant phytosterols may help to support cholesterol wellness when consumed as part of a low cholesterol dietary program. (picknsave.com)
  • Phytosterols work by acting as competition for the cholesterol, blocking its absorption of dietary cholesterol through the digestive tract. (boxnutra.com)
  • β-sitosterol (beta-sitosterol) is one of several phytosterols (plant sterols) with chemical structures similar to that of cholesterol. (wikipedia.org)
  • Olavius algarvensis, a species of marine annelid, predominantly incorporate sitosterol into their cell membranes instead of cholesterol, though cholesterol is also present in said membranes. (wikipedia.org)
  • β-sitosterol is being studied for its potential to reduce benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and blood cholesterol levels. (wikipedia.org)
  • Beta-sitosterol has been used to lower low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and improve symptoms in mild to moderate benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH). (drugs.com)
  • Davidson 2001 Beta-sitosterol is the most common plant sterol and is structurally similar to cholesterol. (drugs.com)
  • Law 2000 Because of this structural similarity, beta-sitosterol can replace cholesterol in the human body. (drugs.com)
  • Plant sterols are potentially atherogenic, like cholesterol, but atherogenesis does not occur because very little of the plant sterol is absorbed (approximately 5% of beta-sitosterol). (drugs.com)
  • The metabolic defect in the affected patient causes hyperabsorption of sitosterol from the GI tract, decreased hepatic secretion of sitosterol with subsequent decreased elimination, and altered cholesterol synthesis. (medscape.com)
  • Phytosterols have been shown to reduce serum and plasma total cholesterol and LDL levels in healthy individuals. (medscape.com)
  • Cholesterol and phytosterol are sterols, fatty compounds essential for many biological processes such as the functioning of cell membranes. (mpg.de)
  • Up to now, it has been assumed that phytosterols are characteristic for plants, and cholesterol for animals, and that typically only plants can make phytosterols, while animals make cholesterol. (mpg.de)
  • Dolma Michellod, Nicole Dubilier and Manuel Liebeke from the Max Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology in Bremen, Germany, were therefore surprised when they discovered that a small marine worm called Olavius algarvensis , which lives in seagrass beds in the Mediterranean, has much more phytosterol than cholesterol. (mpg.de)
  • Even more surprising for the researchers was their discovery that the gene needed to make sitosterol from precursors of cholesterol is widespread in the animal kingdom. (mpg.de)
  • A wealth of recent findings on the benefits of phytosterols for humans indicate that they may improve blood cholesterol levels, thereby reducing the risk of heart attacks or strokes. (mpg.de)
  • Numerous clinical studies have demonstrated that plant phytosterols can help to support healthy cholesterol levels already within the normal range. (ayurvedicherbsdirect.com)
  • Because phytosterols are nearly insoluble in water, uses in their crystalline form are very restricted, and the FDA requires a dose nearly twice that required in the form of an ester to make the FDA cholesterol-lowering claim," says HyPhyto Inc. (nutritionaloutlook.com)
  • Natrol Cholesterol Balance Beta Sitosterol helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels. (arnoldsupplements.com)
  • Natrol Cholesterol Balance features a synergistic phytosterol complex. (arnoldsupplements.com)
  • Phytosterols are plant sterols naturally found in plants that are molecularly similar to animal cholesterol. (avocadosfrommexico.com)
  • According to the FDA, 2 grams of phytosterols per day may help maintain healthy cholesterol levels. (avocadosfrommexico.com)
  • Carefully produced avocado oil wіll hаvе a high content оf phytosterols ѕuсh аѕ beta-sitosterol whісh саn lоwеr LDL cholesterol levels. (defendyourhealthcare.us)
  • B sitosterol which helps in lowering cholesterol level in human body. (zaiqa.com)
  • Phytosterol Complex 95% regulates sebum production and restores the skin barrier function and the integrity of the skin barrier and thus has a regenerating effect. (boxnutra.com)
  • What is Vitacost Phytosterol Complex with Beta-sitosterol? (esaving.com)
  • Vitacost Phystosterol Complex is a dietary supplement featuring phytosterols, which are natural components found in a number of vegetables. (esaving.com)
  • How does Vitacost Phytosterol Complex with Beta-sitosterol support health? (esaving.com)
  • Why choose Vitacost Phytosterol Complex with Beta-sitosterol? (esaving.com)
  • Beta-sitosterol is one of the most common dietary phytosterols (plant sterols) found and synthesized exclusively by plants. (esaving.com)
  • While plant sterols are usually beneficial, there is a rare autosomal recessive genetic disorder phytosterolemia which causes over-absorption of phytosterols. (wikipedia.org)
  • Avoid plant sterols such as beta-sitosterol in patients with sitosterolemia, a condition in which high plasma concentrations of plant sterols can lead to tendon xanthomas, premature atherosclerosis, and hemolytic anemia. (drugs.com)
  • Beta-sitosterol levels may decrease in patients receiving ezetimibe through its inhibition of intestinal absorption of plant sterols. (drugs.com)
  • Wilt 2000 Saw palmetto berries also contain large quantities of beta-sitosterol and other plant sterols. (drugs.com)
  • These lipids are called plant sterols (or phytosterols). (medlineplus.gov)
  • Sitosterol is one of several plant sterols that accumulate in this disorder, with a blood level 30 to 100 times greater than normal. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Excess plant sterols, such as sitosterol, in red blood cells likely make their cell membranes stiff and prone to rupture, leading to hemolytic anemia. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Significant increases of plant sterols (ie, phytosterols) are found in blood and various tissues. (medscape.com)
  • This groundbreaking blend is an all-natural prostate supplement loaded with over one thousand milligrams of beta-sitosterol per daily serving. (wellnesspartners.com)
  • Avocados contain 38 milligrams of beta-sitosterol per 50 g serving. (avocadosfrommexico.com)
  • Plat 2000 Beta-sitosterol is a 4-desmethyl sterol (lacking a methyl group at carbon atom number 4). (drugs.com)
  • Beta-sitosterol has also been investigated for its immunomodulatory and anticancer effects. (drugs.com)
  • The oil contains vitamin E with high antioxidant, β -sitosterol with anticancer effects, and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), as the essential omega-3 fatty acid with anti-inflammatory and antithrombotic activity. (hindawi.com)
  • The 3 main bioactive compounds (vitamin E, β -sitosterol, and ALA) in kenaf seed oil are known to contribute greatly as chemopreventive agents [ 3 - 5 ]. (hindawi.com)
  • Sloe ( Prunus spinosa L.) extracts are a good source of natural bioactive compounds, including phytosterols. (srce.hr)
  • Phytosterols are hydrophobic and soluble in alcohols. (wikipedia.org)
  • Phytosterols are 28- or 29-carbon alcohols. (drugs.com)
  • The defect associated with sitosterolemia manifests at 3 levels, culminating in greatly increased plasma sitosterol levels. (medscape.com)
  • A review of the literature suggests that beta-sitosterol may cause GI adverse effects as well as impotence. (drugs.com)
  • Dietary consumption is the main source of plasma phytosterols, which are not synthesized endogenously. (drugs.com)
  • β-sitosterol is also found in many plant-based foods we eat, in dietary supplements, and in paper products we use (such as toilet paper), so it is commonly detected as a wastewater pollutant. (mn.us)
  • 2023). 'HPLC Analysis of Phytosterols in Prunus spinosa L. Extracts and Their Antiproliferative Activity on Prostate Cancer Cell Lines', Kemija u industriji , 72(5-6 (special issue)), str. (srce.hr)
  • Phytosterol 95% is a mixture of plant-specific phytosterols with typical anti-inflammatory and caring properties. (boxnutra.com)
  • β-sitosterol is widely distributed in the plant kingdom. (wikipedia.org)
  • β-sitosterol is a naturally occurring plant compound called a phytosterol. (mn.us)
  • To acquire phytosterols, humans are increasingly turning to supplements, green smoothies, or a Mediterranean diet with plenty of plant-based foods. (mpg.de)
  • We further identified top 5 compounds including cynarine, stigmasterin, kushenol, β -sitosterol, and (24S)-24-propylcholesta-5-ene-3 β -ol as putative key active compounds on the basis of their molecular docking scores with identified hub target proteins. (hindawi.com)
  • Law 2000 The sitosterols are usually obtained from soybean oil, Plat 2000 peanut oil (207 mg per 100 g of unrefined oil), Awad 2000 and avocado oil (76 mg per 100 g). (drugs.com)
  • The part of the fruit directly underneath the skin contains the highest concentration of antioxidants found in the avocado, including phytosterols such as beta-sitosterol. (avocadosfrommexico.com)
  • Also see our Top Picks for saw palmetto and beta-sitosterol supplements. (consumerlab.com)
  • To find out more about saw palmetto, beta-sitosterol, and the supplements we have tested, see the Prostate Supplements Review . (consumerlab.com)
  • Beta-sitosterol is incorporated in margarine, yogurt, or other foods to provide a daily intake of 1.5 to 3 g. (drugs.com)
  • However, poor solubility, poor bioavailability, and side effects such as constipation, diarrhea, bloating, and swelling are observed in pharmaceutical phytosterols, which are expected to drive the demand for improvement in the quality of drugs. (alliedmarketresearch.com)
  • Phytosterols are natural components of many vegetables and grains. (picknsave.com)
  • phytosterols, which are natural components found in a number of vegetables. (esaving.com)
  • Phytosterols are metabolized in the liver into C21 bile acids via liver enzymes. (medscape.com)
  • In fact, beta-sitosterol is a main ingredient in saw palmetto berries, which have been used for years as a supplement to support prostate health. (wellnesspartners.com)
  • Clinical Strength Prostate Health contains the botanicals Saw Palmetto Extract, Lycopene and Beta-Sitosterol at potencies that are comparable to those that have demonstrated to be effective in clinical trials. (vitamarket.net)
  • No. β-sitosterol is widely generated, and is likely to be found in wastewater consistently year-round. (mn.us)
  • We next wondered if the symbiotic bacteria inside Olavius, which provide them with their nutrition, might make phytosterols, but this wasn't the case" adds Dubilier. (mpg.de)
  • You would need to eat over two pounds of saw palmetto berries to get the same amount of beta-sitosterol that is in just one Super ProstatePure capsule. (wellnesspartners.com)
  • You may want to consider a different supplement -- beta-sitosterol, a phytosterol. (consumerlab.com)
  • The precise mechanism of β-sitosterol formation varies according to the organism, but is generally found to come from cycloartenol. (wikipedia.org)
  • But the precise manner in which phytosterols provide benefits is far from understood. (mpg.de)
  • In tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-alpha-stimulated human aortic endothelial cells, beta-sitosterol was found to significantly inhibit vascular adhesion molecule 1 and intracellular adhesion molecule 1 expression. (drugs.com)
  • Beta-sitosterol is one of the three predominant phytosterols found in plants. (avocadosfrommexico.com)
  • Beta-sitosterol should be avoided in pregnant women due to demonstrated uterine stimulant effects. (drugs.com)
  • Duester 2001 Preparations containing beta-sitosterol derived from the South African star grass Hypoxis rooperi or from species of Pinus and Picea are available for the treatment of BPH. (drugs.com)
  • Beta-sitosterol & Bleeding Risk? (consumerlab.com)
  • Does taking beta-sitosterol increase bleeding risk? (consumerlab.com)
  • The evidence remains fairly good for beta-sitosterol. (consumerlab.com)
  • the power of beta-sitosterol. (wellnesspartners.com)
  • The power of beta-sitosterol can be had in a super concentrated formula called ProstatePure PLUS. (wellnesspartners.com)
  • It іѕ аlѕо believed thаt beta-sitosterol helps regulate thе excessive production оf dihydrotestosterone, whісh саn lead tо hair loss аnd prostate problems іn men. (defendyourhealthcare.us)
  • Because this contaminant is a common wastewater pollutant, continued monitoring of β-sitosterol is warranted. (mn.us)
  • The use of sitosterol as a chemical intermediate was for many years limited due to the lack of a chemical point of attack on the side-chain that would permit its removal. (wikipedia.org)
  • Compound 13 now undergoes reduction by NADPH and modifications in the β-ring to form β-sitosterol. (wikipedia.org)