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Sterol Esters

What are Sterol Esters?

Sterol esters also known as sterids are a a heterogeneous group of chemical compounds. They are created when the hydroxyl group of a sterol and a fatty acid undergo an esterification reaction. [1]

Sterol esters used for dietary supplements are made from phytosterols and fatty acids also derived from plants. [1]



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Products containing Sterol Esters


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Source(s) Derived From

 Plant Sources

Natural or Artificial?

 Natural

References
  1. Sterol ester - Wikipedia

Aliases (Also Known As)


 Phytosterol Esters
Vegetable Oil Phytosterol Esters

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  • Natural
  • Natural & Possibly Unsafe
  • Artificial
  • Artificial & Possibly Unsafe
  • Both (Can be derived from Natural & Artificial Sources)
  • Both (Can be derived from Natural & Artificial Sources) & Possibly Unsafe

Revision History

Action User Date/Time
Ingredient addedUPC Food SearchJune 1, 2011 @ 5:50 AM

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