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How do phytosterols differ from cholesterol?

April 26, 2017cholesterol differ phytosterols

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How do phytosterols differ from cholesterol?

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Phytosterols and cholesterol have similar physical structure and biological behavior. However, unlike cholesterol, phytosterols cannot be produced by the body. Phytosterols can only be obtained through dietary sources and are not easily absorbed in the small intestines.