phytosterols

Watch videos about phytosterols

• September 13, 2012
  Extra Virgin Olive Oil vs. Nuts

  The short-term effect of replacing refined olive oil with extra virgin olive oil, walnuts, or almonds on cardiovascular risk factors.
• August 16, 2012
  Optimal Phytosterol Source

  Whole food sources of phytosterols, such as seeds and nuts, are likely superior to supplements or phytosterol-fortified spreads and beverages.
• August 15, 2012
  Optimal Phytosterol Dose

  Those eating plant-based diets get the most phytosterols, but there is still room for improvement to maximize cholesterol reduction.
• August 14, 2012
  How Phytosterols Lower Cholesterol

  Phytosterols are plant-based cholesterol look-alikes in nuts and seeds that help maximize our body’s excretion of excess cholesterol.
• October 7, 2011
  Are Avocados Good for You?

  Persin, a natural toxin found in avocados, appears so effective at killing breast cancer cells that it is being considered as a chemotherapy agent.
• December 10, 2010
  Are Avocados Good for You?

  Guacamole: friend or foe?