Plant Sterols for Healthy Cholesterol

Yes, plant sterols have been shown to lower or reduce cholesterol levels, and high cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease. This is an authorised claim, but the beneficial effect is only obtained with a daily intake of 1.5, 3g of plant sterols, so it's important to reach that amount, check how many 800mg tablets that means for you.

To hit the effective 1.5-3g/day, take the number of tablets stated on the label, ideally with meals. Plant sterols work best as part of a balanced approach, a low-fat, high-fibre diet with regular exercise, rather than on their own.

Plant sterols occur naturally in small amounts in vegetable oils, nuts, seeds, and wholegrains, but getting 1.5-3g a day from food alone is difficult. A supplement like our 800mg tablets makes it much easier to reach the effective daily amount consistently, alongside a varied diet.

Plant sterols are a food supplement that can support healthy cholesterol as part of a balanced diet, they're not a replacement for prescribed medication. Don't stop or change any medication without your GP's advice; many customers take plant sterols alongside their usual prescription, with their doctor's knowledge.

The benefit is measured with a cholesterol test, not by how you feel day to day. Customers typically ask for a re-check around three months after starting, so it's worth booking a test with your GP before and after to track your own results.

They're generally well tolerated, and a convenient addition to a healthy routine. They're not intended for people who don't need to manage their cholesterol, or for pregnant or breastfeeding women and young children. Check with your GP or pharmacist if you're unsure whether they're right for you.

The authorised claim is based on a daily intake of 1.5-3g of plant sterols, taken consistently as part of a healthy diet. Individual results vary, which is why customers are encouraged to track their own progress with a cholesterol test rather than relying on a fixed figure.

Customers tell us they like the 800mg tablet because it helps them reach the target daily amount in fewer tablets, and it's a straightforward to build plant sterols into a routine without changing meals or shopping habits.

A balanced diet is a great start, though most everyday eating gives only around a third of a gram of plant sterols daily. Research links a noticeable effect on cholesterol to roughly 1.5 to 3 grams a day, an amount that is hard to reach through food alone. A daily supplement helps you top up to that fuller intake consistently, sitting alongside your good habits rather than replacing them.

These aren't intended for people who don't need to manage their cholesterol, or for pregnant or breastfeeding women and young children. If you're on medication or have a health condition, check with your GP or pharmacist first before adding plant sterols to your routine.

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