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Plant Sterol Ester
Plant Sterol Ester
Low concern
Plant sterol esters are FDA-authorized for an health claim related to coronary heart disease risk reduction. EFSA and FDA concluded they are safe at recommended intake of 1.5–3 g/day.
Found in
6 products
What it is
Esters formed by combining plant sterols (phytosterols) with fatty acids, derived from vegetable oils.
Cholesterol-lowering functional ingredient added to spreads, dairy, and beverages.
Why it's flagged
- may lower beta-carotene absorption
- not for children or pregnant women without medical advice
What regulators actually say
"Plant sterol/stanol esters as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce the risk of heart disease."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Permitted; FDA-authorized health claim under 21 CFR 101.83.
European Union — EFSA
Authorized novel food; EU labeling requirements apply.
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