59% vegetable fat spread with added plant sterols.100% plant based. Palm oil free. Heart UK Approved, the Cholesterol Charity. Lowers cholesterol in a natural way. Active plant sterols. Clinically proven in over 50 studies to actively lower cholesterol. Contains omega 3 & 6. Contains vitamins A, D & E. Suitable for vegans.Plant sterols work by reducing the absorption of some cholesterol from the gut, thereby reducing the blood cholesterol levels in a natural way.
Vegetable Oils (Rapeseed, Coconut, Sunflower), Water, Plant Sterol Esters 9% (Equivalent to 5.4% Plant Sterols), Salt (0.8%), Emulsifier (Lecithin), Natural Flavourings, Vitamin A and D
Lifestyle
Suitable for Vegans
Warnings
Consuming more than 3g plant sterols per day is not recommended. High cholesterol is one of the risk factors for coronary heart disease. You may need to improve more than one risk factor to reduce your overall risk. Not intended for people who do not need to control their blood cholesterol level. Consult your doctor if you are on cholesterol lowering medication.<br>Not suitable for pregnant or breast-feeding women and children under 5 years.
. *daily reference intake, Plant sterols do not contribute to the energetic value
Typical values
Per 100g
Energy
2182kJ
Energy
530kcal
Fat
59g
Of which Saturates
12g
Carbohydrate
<0.5
Of which Sugars
<0.5
Protein
<0.5
Salt
0.80g
Vitamin A
800µg
Vitamin D
7.5µg
Vitamin E
8.7mg
Omega 6
11g
Omega 3
3.1g
Preparation and Usage
A daily consumption of 1.5-2.4g plant sterols can lower cholesterol by 7-10% in 2-3 weeks. Eat 3 servings of this spread (30g) per day. A 10g serving contains 0.54g plant sterols. Combine with a healthy diet and lifestyle with sufficient fruit and vegetables.
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