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Plant stanol ester has been shown to lower cholesterol. High cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease.
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Which patients can benefit from introducing Benecol products to their diets?

International guidelines consistently recommend the use of plant stanol ester, the functional ingredient in Benecol® foods, as part of the management of raised cholesterol. The 2019 joint European Atherosclerosis Society (EAS)/European Society of Cardiology (ESC) guidelines define the three target groups for plant stanol ester use as:1

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Individuals who have elevated serum cholesterol levels and are at low or intermediate global cardiovascular risk but who do not need cholesterol-lowering medication
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High- and very high-risk patients, such as patients with diabetes, who fail to achieve low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) targets on statins alone, or are statin intolerant
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High- and very high-risk patients, such as patients with diabetes, who fail to achieve low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) targets on statins alone, or are statin intolerant

When helping your patients to manage their cholesterol, recommending they add Benecol foods or food supplements containing plant stanols to their diets can help them lower their LDL-C levels.2

To learn more about these patient types, watch Fergal, Zoe and Peter's stories below

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Fergal

Fergal wants to donate a kidney to his father but learned his high cholesterol was a barrier to doing that. He sought diet and lifestyle-based methods to make positive changes to his cholesterol levels, and found that simple adjustments brought him success. Fergal shows us how powerful it can be to take charge of ones own health and the benefits that can bring, in his amazing story.

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Zoe

Zoe had a family history of high cholesterol and heart disease, but it was a health insurance requirement in her forties that prompted her to get checked and learn of her own elevated cholesterol levels. She endeavored to make diet and lifestyle adjustments in the first instance to improve her health, and shares her remarkable story with us.

Peter

Peter

After a routine health check, Peter discovered his cholesterol was higher than ideal. Already active, he made simple daily changes—cycling to work, starting his day with a heart-healthy smoothie, and including cholesterol-lowering foods. His story shows how small, consistent steps can make a big impact on heart health and inspire lasting lifestyle commitment.

Patient learnings

Enjoy these bitesize insights from real Benecol patients to support your practice. 

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Benecol® with added plant stanols: a range of ways to lower cholesterol every day

Benecol’s range of products means there’s an option to suit every taste. The range includes spreads, yogurts and drinks in a variety of flavours so that Benecol can be enjoyed in many different ways.

 
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Benecol yogurt drinks

Having just one Benecol yogurt drink (containing 2 g plant stanols) per day with a meal can help reduce LDL-C levels in as little as 2–3 weeks.2 Benecol yogurt drinks come in a range of flavours, including dairy free and no added sugar options.

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Benecol spreads

Benecol spreads can be used as a substitute for butter or other spreads. Benecol spreads come in a range of flavours and fat content, and some can be used in cooking. The recommended amount to consume is 2 g plant stanols a day, which is equivalent to 30 g of spread.

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Benecol yogurts

Benecol’s 4-pack yogurts are a convenient way to add plant stanol ester to the diet. Each yogurt contains 2 g of plant stanols. Just one yogurt per day, as part of breakfast or after a meal, can help reduce cholesterol levels in as little as 2–3 weeks.2

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