Stanols

• Stanol ester is a heterogeneous group of chemical Compounds known to reduce the level of low-density lipoprotein LDL cholesterol in blood 
• Plant stanol esters are found naturally occurring in small quantities in fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, cereals, legumes, and vegetable oils.
• Products containing plant stanols and sterols are not recommended for children under the age of 5 years, breastfeeding or pregnant women 
• Daily intake of 2-3 g sterols and stanols can lower coronary heart disease risk by 20% over a lifetime.
• Phytosterols play a major role in pharmaceuticals for production of therapeutic steroids, in nutrition as anti-cholesterol additives and in cosmetics.