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Foresterol™
Supports Healthy Cholesterol Metabolism*
Contains plant sterols that may support healthy cholesterol and lipid metabolism.* Helps promote cardiovascular health.*
Offers 600 mg per serving of plant sterols from sunflower.
• Promotes healthy lipid metabolism*
• Supports normal cholesterol metabolism*
• Supports cardiovascular health*
Recommended Use: Take 1 softgel three times per day with meals or as directed by your health‑care practitioner.
Promote cardiovascular health with plant sterols*
Plant sterols are plant-derived compounds that are structurally similar to cholesterol. Because of this similarity, plant sterols can compete with dietary cholesterol during digestion, helping support the body’s normal cholesterol absorption and metabolism.* Foresterol™ provides plant sterols sourced from sunflower (containing beta-sitosterol, stigmasterol, and campesterol) to support healthy cholesterol metabolism.*
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Foresterol™
600 mg Plant Sterol and Stanol Blend from Coniferous Trees for Healthy Lipid Metabolism, Normal Cholesterol Metabolism, and Cardiovascular Health*
Key Performance Benefits
- Promotes healthy lipid metabolism*
- Supports normal cholesterol metabolism*
- Supports cardiovascular health*
What This Product Is
Foresterol™ contains a phytosterol mixture of plant sterols and stanols shown to support normal cholesterol metabolism. This mixture is from the non-GMO tall oil of the coniferous pine tree and mainly consists of four major phytosterols: beta-sitosterol, campesterol, campestanol, and sitostanol.*
Cholesterol is an important fat-like substance in the body that is involved in and required for producing sex hormones, cell membranes, and the essential nutrient vitamin D. The body produces its own cholesterol, and dietary cholesterol is the main steroid found in animal-derived foods. Plant sterols and stanols, known collectively as phytosterols, have a similar structure to cholesterol. As such, phytosterols may help support the normal absorption and synthesis of cholesterol in the body.*
Mechanism of Action
Phytosterol Competition with Cholesterol
Plant sterols and stanols have a similar molecular structure to cholesterol. When consumed, they compete with dietary cholesterol for absorption in the intestine. This competition may help support normal cholesterol absorption, contributing to healthy lipid metabolism.*
Cholesterol Synthesis Support
By modulating the amount of dietary cholesterol absorbed, phytosterols may also influence the body’s own cholesterol synthesis pathways, supporting normal cholesterol metabolism and overall cardiovascular health.*
Four Major Phytosterols
The blend provides beta-sitosterol, campesterol, campestanol, and sitostanol from non-GMO coniferous pine tree tall oil. These four phytosterols work together to support healthy lipid metabolism and normal cholesterol levels.*
Applications
- Individuals seeking to support healthy lipid metabolism*
- Those looking for plant-based support for normal cholesterol metabolism*
- Individuals seeking cardiovascular health support through phytosterols*
- Those looking for a non-GMO plant sterol supplement from a coniferous tree source*
- Individuals wanting to complement dietary and lifestyle approaches to healthy cholesterol levels*
Key Ingredients / Formula Highlights
Plant Sterols/Stanols (600 mg per serving)
A phytosterol mixture consisting of beta-sitosterol, campesterol, campestanol, and sitostanol from non-GMO coniferous pine tree tall oil to support normal cholesterol metabolism.*
Clean Softgel Delivery
Non-GMO formula in a convenient softgel format for easy absorption.
Suggested Use
Take 1 softgel three times per day with meals, or as directed by your health-care practitioner.
Product Questions
Why are plant sterols and stanols beneficial for cholesterol metabolism?
Plant sterols and stanols (phytosterols) have a similar molecular structure to cholesterol. When consumed with meals, they compete with dietary cholesterol for absorption in the intestine. This competition may help support normal cholesterol absorption and synthesis, contributing to healthy lipid metabolism and cardiovascular health.*
Why is the pine tree source significant?
Foresterol uses phytosterols from the non-GMO tall oil of coniferous pine trees, providing a plant-based, non-soy source of sterols and stanols. This makes it suitable for individuals who prefer non-soy phytosterol options while still receiving the four major phytosterols needed for cholesterol metabolism support.*
Who may benefit most from Foresterol?
Individuals seeking to support healthy lipid metabolism and normal cholesterol levels through plant-based phytosterols. Those looking for cardiovascular health support, and anyone wanting to complement dietary and lifestyle approaches to healthy cholesterol metabolism with a non-GMO plant sterol supplement.*
Practitioner Reference
Foresterol™ is positioned within the Designs for Health Cardiovascular Health category. Available as FOR090 (90 softgels). This product is intended for use under the guidance of a licensed health-care practitioner.