Advasterol® (Plant Sterols — Kensing)

Advasterol® is a plant sterol (phytosterol) ingredient from Kensing, used to support healthy cholesterol. Plant sterols are among the best-established cholesterol-lowering ingredients: taken at about 2 grams per day, they block the absorption of dietary cholesterol and reliably lower LDL.

Advasterol is researched primarily for Cardiovascular. Plant sterols are well documented to lower LDL (bad) cholesterol at about 2 grams per day, a benefit recognized by major reviews and regulatory authorities.

The clinically studied dose is About 2 grams of plant sterols per day with meals. Always follow the product label and check with a healthcare provider for personal advice.

For most healthy adults, Advasterol is well tolerated at studied doses. Reported effects can include: Generally well-tolerated — well tolerated at recommended intakes. May slightly lower absorption of fat-soluble vitamins and carotenoids; eat plenty of produce. It may also interact with some medications. Advasterol is not right for everyone, so check with a healthcare provider first if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a medical condition, or take prescription medication.

Possible interactions include: Ezetimibe — both reduce cholesterol absorption; consult your doctor. Plant sterols complement statins; tell your doctor you use them. If you take prescription medication, check with a pharmacist or doctor before using it.

NutraSmarts rates the evidence for Advasterol as Strong (4 out of 5). It is backed by 1 clinical trial and 1 cited reference summarized on this page. A higher rating reflects more, larger, and better-designed human studies.