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Beta-Sitosterol

Beta-Sitosterol is a plant sterol that helps reduce symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and modestly lowers LDL cholesterol levels.

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Evidence last reviewed: 21 Apr 2026
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Biomarkers studied
Outcomes directly measured across the evidence records below
Cardiovascular
LDL Cholesterol
Evidence
3 records
BPH symptom relief
Men with benign prostatic hyperplasia • RCT
PUBMEDModerate

Beta-Sitosterol significantly improved urinary symptoms and flow measures in men with BPH.

Dose: 320 mgDuration: 6 monthsForm: Phytosterol-enriched oil
Citation: Sudeep et al. (2020). A double blind, placebo-controlled randomized comparative study on the efficacy of phytosterol-enriched and conventional saw palmetto oil in mitigating benign prostate hyperplasia and androgen deficiency.
LDL cholesterol reduction
Adults with hyperlipidemia • Systematic review
PUBMEDModerate

Beta-Sitosterol modestly lowers LDL cholesterol levels.

Dose: 320 mg
Citation: Kasmas et al. (2012). Differences in synthesis and absorption of cholesterol of two effective lipid-lowering therapies.
Prostate inflammation reduction
Men with prostate inflammation • RCT
PUBMEDModerate

Beta-Sitosterol reduced markers of prostate inflammation.

Dose: 320 mgDuration: 6 monthsForm: Phytosterol-enriched oil
Citation: Sudeep et al. (2020). A double blind, placebo-controlled randomized comparative study on the efficacy of phytosterol-enriched and conventional saw palmetto oil in mitigating benign prostate hyperplasia and androgen deficiency.
Forms
Capsule
Commonly used for prostate health and cholesterol management.
Tablet
Alternative oral form for ease of use.
Softgel
Often combined with other supplements like saw palmetto.

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