General Dosage
2-3g plant sterols/stanols daily, divided across meals
Maximum dose: 3g/day (no additional benefit above 3g)
Plant Sterols / Stanols Dosage Guide
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Dosage Recommendations
General recommendation: 2-3g plant sterols/stanols daily, divided across meals
Timing: Divide across 2-3 meals for optimal cholesterol-blocking effect • Take with food for best absorption.
Dosage by Condition
| Condition | Recommended Dose | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Elevated LDL cholesterol | 2-3g daily with meals | Strong |
| Statin adjunct | 2g daily alongside statin therapy | Strong |
| Familial hypercholesterolemia | 2-3g daily (adjunct to medication) | Moderate |
Upper limit: 3g/day (no additional benefit above 3g)
Timing & Absorption
Divide across 2-3 meals for optimal cholesterol-blocking effect
Best taken with food for optimal absorption.
References
- Ras RT, Geleijnse JM, Trautwein EA (2014). LDL-cholesterol-lowering effect of plant sterols and stanols across different dose ranges: a meta-analysis of randomised controlled studies. British Journal of Nutrition. DOI PubMed
- Abumweis SS, Barake R, Jones PJ (2008). Plant sterols/stanols as cholesterol lowering agents: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Food & Nutrition Research. DOI PubMed