Plant sterol and stanol supplements
Plant sterols and stanols are the compounds present in many fruits, nuts, vegetables, grains, seeds and other plants. According to researches, the regular use of plant sterols and stanols helps in the prevention of the absorption of cholesterol in the small intestine. This way, plant sterol and stanols help in the control and reduction of blood cholesterol levels. Nowadays, some foods also have fortification with supplements like orange juice or yoghurt products.