Model: | HSFZB |
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Brand: | Xi'an Healthful Biotechnology Co.,Ltd |
Origin: | Made In China |
Category: | Chemicals / Food Additives |
Label: | Sterols , Phytosterol , plant sterol |
Price: |
¥18
/ KG
|
Min. Order: | 25 KG |
Phytosterol 95%
1.Introduction
Phytosterols, which encompass plant sterols and stanols, are steroid compounds similar to cholesterol which occur in plants and vary only in carbon side chains and/or presence or absence of a double bond. Stanols are saturated sterols, having no double bonds in the sterol ring structure. More than 200 sterols and related compounds have been identified. Free phytosterols extracted from oils are insoluble in water, relatively insoluble in oil, and soluble in alcohols.
Phytosterol-enriched foods and dietary supplements have been marketed for decades. Despite well documented LDL cholesterol lowering effects, no scientifically proven evidence of any beneficial effect on cardiovascular disease (CVD) or overall mortality exists.
2.Definitions
Phytosterols: a collective term for plant-derived sterols and stanols.
Plant sterols or stanols: terms generally applied to plant-derived sterols or stanols; these phytochemicals are added to foods or supplements.
Plant sterol or stanol esters: plant sterols or stanols that have been esterified by creating an ester bond between a fatty acid and the sterol or stanol. Esterification occurs in intestinal cells and is also an industrial process. Esterification makes plant sterols and stanols more fat-soluble so they are easily incorporated into fat-containing foods, including margarines and salad dressings. In this article, the weights of plant sterol and stanol esters are expressed as the equivalent weights of free (unesterified) sterols and stanols.
3.Function
Certain cells in your body process cholesterol; they metabolize both good and bad cholesterol, either for use or for waste. If you have an excess of bad cholesterol (LDL) the bad cholesterol "dominates" the process. More bad cholesterol stays in the system and the good cholesterol (HDL) goes to waste. The ingestion of phytosterols sets up a competitive environment. The cells are more attracted to phytosterols and so the excess bad cholesterol is processed as waste. The good cholesterol can now be used for cell and organ functions.
4.Effects
The phytosterols, then, act as a control in your body to regulate cholesterol levels. Were you to take a supplement containing phytosterols, your cholesterol levels may fall back into the normal range, but it would likely take several weeks to do so. This plant compound is non-soluble, that is, the body uses it then disposes of it. It's not until the cholesterol processing cells have "routinely" recognized the plant compound as cholesterol that cholesterol levels are regulated.
5.Benefits
Cholesterol control isn't the only health benefit being attributed to phytosterols. Beta sitosterol, a specific phytosterol compound, has been shown to reduce symptoms brought on by an enlarged prostate. This same compound is thought to reduce joint inflammation by regulating the synthesis of cytokines. There are also studies that indicate phytosterols may inhibit the growth of cancer cells.
6.Sources
Phytosterols are found in most plants in low concentrations. The foods with higher concentrations include nuts and legumes, oranges, bananas, beetroot and brussel sprouts. Those with exceptionally higher concentrates include rice bran, corn, wheat germ and flax seed. If your cholesterol levels are within the normal range, and you're in good health, regular intake of these foods should be a sufficient amount of phytosterols to aid in maintaining good health. Should you have high cholesterol or an enlarged prostate, or suffer from joint inflammation, you may wish to consult your physician about taking a phytosterol supplement.
7. Specification
Items |
Specification |
Results |
Appearance |
White powder |
Conforms |
Certified Kosher |
Yes |
Conforms |
Total sterols % |
Min.95 % |
Conforms |
Beta-Sitosterol % |
Min.40 % |
Conforms |
Stigmasterol % |
Min.20 % |
Conforms |
Campesterol % |
Min.25 % |
Conforms |
Melting point (OC) |
135-141OC |
Conforms |
About us
We are a Professionally Managed Biotech Company exclusively into the manufacturing, Marketing and Exporting of Plant Extracts and Health Care Products.There are 15 experts in our research team. We insist in innovation and produce high quality products. And we have GMP standard workshop and complete stainless extraction equipment.
The superior product quality is guaranteed by 300,000 level airconditioning clear system within purification, drying and packing procedures. We have 2 sales departments over 30 people and sell our products all over the world.
Why choose us?
1.Free sample and Unconditional assume response
2.100% Natural product, without any synthesize ingredient
3.Manufacturer direct supply, provide OEM, R&D service
4.Competitive price
5.Fast delivery by DHL,TNT,EMS,FEDEX,as your requirements.
Xi'an Healthful Biotechnology Co.,ltd | |
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Country/Region: | Shaan Xi - China |
Business Nature: | Manufacturer |
Phone: | 62651722 |
Contact: | Leo Li (Sales Manager) |
Last Online: | 11 Jan, 2016 |