sitosterol
/saɪˈtɑstəˌrɔl/
noun
- A natural substance found in plants, similar to cholesterol, that can help lower cholesterol levels in the human body.
- Sitosterol is often added to margarine and other foods to reduce cholesterol absorption.
- Doctors sometimes recommend sitosterol for patients with high cholesterol.
- Many people take sitosterol supplements to improve their heart health.