Sterols are important building blocks of the cell membrane from the group of steroids. Depending on the cell type, a distinction is made between phytosterols from plant cells, zoosterols from animal cells and mycosterols from fungi. The best-known sterols of plant origin are stigmaterin, ß-sitosterol and campesterol. A particularly high concentration of sterols is found in the fat-rich seeds and kernels of plants, such as sunflower seeds, soybeans or pumpkin seeds. Soybeans in particular are used for the industrial extraction of sterols. In refined oils, the sterols lose a large part of their active ingredients. For full effectiveness, native oils, seeds and fats are therefore advisable. Food supplements that offer the high-quality sterols in capsule form are also recommended for consumption, as this form of intake makes dosing much easier.

Sterols is very similar to cholesterol. A kind of misunderstanding occurs in the intestine. The sterols occupy the cholesterol receptors. As a result, the cholesterol level drops. This leads to a slightly increased production of cholesterol in our body, but this does not mask the overall effect of the reduced cholesterol absorption in the intestine.

With a daily intake of 1-4 g of phytosterols, a study showed that LDL cholesterol was reduced by 5-15% in test subjects. Sterols can also have positive effects on prostate problems. In our hectic western world, it is not easy to maintain a balanced diet. The time window for a sensible diet is often too short. We therefore consume around 350 mg of plant sterols per day. However, a daily dose of 1.5-2 g would be recommended.

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A daily intake of 1,600 mg of plant sterols (4 capsules) has been shown to lower cholesterol levels. High cholesterol is a risk factor for developing coronary heart disease. 800 mg of plant sterols help maintain normal cholesterol levels.

Cholesterol is basically a vital substance that the body needs for numerous functions. There are two types of cholesterol: The "good" HDL cholesterol (high density lipoprotein) protects the blood vessels by ensuring that the "bad" LDL cholesterol (low density lipoprotein) is regularly removed from the bloodstream. LDL cholesterol is only dangerous when there is too much in the blood. This is because it is deposited on the walls of the arteries, can narrow them over time and accelerates the development of arteriosclerosis.

There are both animal and plant sterols. Cholesterol is an animal sterol. The sterols contained in Cholestofit, on the other hand, are plant sterols. Plant sterols (phytosterols) have a structure similar to cholesterol and are therefore also similar to fat.

Our body produces 600-900 mg of cholesterol every day, which is released into the intestine via the bile. In addition, we absorb an average of 300-600 mg of cholesterol through food. This means that up to 1,500 mg are transported through the intestine every day. Some of this is absorbed through the intestinal wall and enters the blood, while the rest is excreted. An excess of cholesterol can lead to an increased cholesterol level in the blood. This is where plant sterols come into play. Two different mechanisms of action are being discussed:

• The free plant sterols combine with cholesterol in the intestine to form insoluble compounds, which are then excreted.
• During the digestion of fat, so-called micelles (clumps) form in the intestines, in which all fats and fat-like substances are bound so that they can be absorbed into the intestinal wall and into our organism. The free plant sterols remove the cholesterol's binding sites in these micelles, so that the cholesterol cannot be absorbed through the intestinal wall; it remains in the intestinal pulp and is excreted.

A sufficient intake of plant sterols – at least 800 mg – lowers total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol levels and has no effect on HDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood.

In general, the following target values ​​apply:
Total cholesterol < 200 mg/dl blood serum
LDL < 160 mg/dl blood serum
HDL > 40 mg/dl blood serum
Even if the cholesterol level in the blood is slightly or moderately elevated, it is advisable to lower it to prevent arteriosclerosis.

With Cholestofit you have your cholesterol level under control – safely and naturally with the power of plants!

Good to know:

* A positive effect is achieved with a daily intake of 1.5 to 3 g of plant sterols.

• Cholestofit is not intended for people who do not need to control their blood cholesterol levels.

• In people taking cholesterol-lowering medication, use only after consulting a doctor.

• Intake of more than 3 g/day of added plant sterols should be avoided.

• Not suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding women and children under five years of age.

• To maintain carotenoid levels, regular consumption of fruits and vegetables should be ensured.

• Not suitable for people with phytosterolemia.