December 11, 2023

Sterols Plus Hx: InVite’s Comprehensive Cholesterol Targeting Formula!

Dr. Claire Arcidiacono, ND

Our product spotlight is one that that I think is an amazing formula for cholesterol. What is this wonderful formula you ask? Sterols Plus Hx! Sterols plus is a combination of things that helps with our cholesterol. To start with what exactly is in sterols plus? There is Beta Glucan, Red yeast rice, phytosterols and cranberry.

Beta glucan is a very well known supplement for cholesterol. Studies have found that Beta Glucan can help with high cholesterol and even metabolic syndrome. If you recall my series on blood sugar you will recall metabolic syndrome includes high cholesterol among other things. Studies have also found that Beta glucan can help with obesity and even insulin resistance. Beta Glucans are an important part of lowering cholesterol in that studies have found that they are able to significantly reduce LDL and total cholesterol. In addition to helping with high cholesterol Beta glucan has shown promise in decreasing overall cardiovascular risk. In other words studies show it’s an excellent supplement to use to decrease the risk of a problem before it develops. Beta Glucan is also good for other parts of our body including our immune system. For this series however I’ll be concentrating on heart health and how the parts of Sterols plus helps our heart.

The next item in the Sterols plus formula is one that almost everyone has heard of. It is the famous Red Yeast Rice! Studies have found Red Yeast Rice to be one of the most effective cholesterol lowering supplements available. Additionally studies have found that Red Yeast Rice lowers both total cholesterol and LDL levels approximately 15-25% within 6-8 weeks. Additionally according to the Mayo clinic studies find that it helps to lower triglycerides. Another study found it helps to increase HDL. Red yeast rice is considered safe but, I would like to point out that it can interfere with certain medications. If you are taking any medications, it is important to reach out to an Invite nutritionist. Remember that is what we are here for.

Phytosterols or sterols are most likely my favorite things to use for cholesterol. I know everyone wants to hear about studies but, everyone also has clinical experience that can be just as interesting to hear about as studies. My clinical experience shows that sterols are amazing for lowering the total cholesterol and LDL. But it’s not just me saying how great sterols are, the Cleveland clinic also says that sterols can help lower cholesterol levels. The Cleveland clinic recommends using sterols to help lower risk of cholesterol for those with a family history of high cholesterol or for those with a family history or a personal history of heart disease and atherosclerosis. Now I know what some people are thinking and that is – what do the studies show? Studies have found that sterols lower LDL. By lowering LDL, you also lower the total cholesterol since the total includes LDL levels. In studies sterols were found to lower LDL by 6-12%.

Lastly, we have Cranberry Extract. Now I know what you’re going to say, cranberry extract is for a UTI! And yes it is amazing for that use but, it has other uses as well. Studies have found that cranberry is much more than just a supplement for our urinary tract. Studies have found it can significantly lower LDL and total cholesterol after 12 weeks. Additionally, studies have found that cranberry helps to lower the risk of atherosclerosis as well as lower LDL and total cholesterol.

Now there is 1 item in Sterols Plus Hx that I didn’t mention when I talked about the about the active ingredients. This was a surprise ingredient! What is it you ask? Stevia! Now I know people think that Stevia is just a sweetener. But studies show it is good at lowering LDL and increasing HDL!

Overall Sterols Plus Hx is a fantastic product that both studies and my clinical experience shows works well.

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