Benecol
Benecol is a brand of functional foods developed by the Finnish company Raisio Group. The product line is fortified with plant stanol esters, a natural compound found in small amounts in certain vegetable oils and cereals, and marketed to help lower LDL cholesterol as part of a diet low in saturated fat. The active ingredient works by reducing the absorption of cholesterol in the intestine.
In typical use, daily intake of about 2 grams of plant stanol esters is associated with a
The Benecol portfolio includes spreads similar to margarine, yogurt drinks, and other fortified foods. Product formats
Safety and regulation: Benecol products are generally considered safe for the general population when consumed as
See also: Plant stanols, Plant sterols, Cholesterol management.