Plant stanol esters are the unique dietary ingredient in BENECOL? Spreads. They are proven to lower cholesterol levels. The plant stanol esters in BENECOL? Spreads are made from naturally occurring oils found in plants such as soy and even in pine trees.

Plant stanol esters reduce the absorption (inhibit the uptake) of cholesterol in the digestive tract resulting in lower serum low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and total cholesterol levels. Plant stanol esters do not affect high-density lipoprotein or triglyceride levels. See similar questions...

Clinical studies have demonstrated that plant stanols are virtually unabsorbed by the body. Plant stanol esters are broken down into stanol and ester components. The stanol is excreted from the body while the fatty acids are absorbed and broken down just like other dietary fats. See similar questions...

No. Plant stanol esters and olestra are completely different and are intended for completely different purposes. Plant stanol esters are the ingredient contained in BENECOL? Spreads that promotes healthy cholesterol levels. Olestra is a fat substitute. It is intended to reduce calories, and the calories from fat in foods (such as potato chips and crackers). Yes. See similar questions...

No, they are first broken down into the stanol and ester components. Plant stanols are virtually unabsorbed and are excreted. They do not accumulate in the body. The fatty acid ester component is digested and metabolized just like other dietary fats. See similar questions...

No. In clinical studies side effects with plant stanol esters were comparable to placebo. The safety of BENECOL? Spreads is supported by over 25 published clinical studies. Millions of people have consumed BENECOL? Spreads since they were launched in Finland in 1995 and the U.S. in 1999. See similar questions...

Products containing 0.7 grams or more of plant stanol esters per serving-taken twice a day with meals for a daily intake of at least 1.4 grams-may reduce the risk of heart disease, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol. One serving (one tablespoon) of BENECOL? Spread contains 0.85 grams of plant stanol ester (0.5 grams of plant stanol). See similar questions...

Although you can access your program at anytime, by just simply logging into our web-site, we recommend you to print your program for reference use for two reasons: Secondly, and most importantly, since new scientific data comes almost every day, the program that we recommend might slightly change. You might find this to be confusing. Some supplements may interact with other supplements. Our computer program optimizes and eliminates all possible negative interactions from the final result. See similar questions...

The recommended one teaspoon of sole solution per day is a general guideline for adults which can be adjusted a bit according to ones own feeling. It’s not a question of “more is better,” but rather the intake of the frequency pattern of the sole that is important. One drop of the sole would be sufficient. With the teaspoon, you will also cover all the necessary minerals and trace elements. For children, a few drops are sufficient. See similar questions...

Using a resource like the Diabetes Food Pyramid can help keep not only carb totals in line but also provide guidelines on healthy portions of all foods. See similar questions...

Keeping your daily intake of carbohydrates consistent helps to keep your blood sugar from going too high or too low during the day. See similar questions...

Once the posterior pituitary is damaged or destroyed, it will never recover. It will always be necessary to take dDAVP or some other antidiuretic drug to control urine output. Damage to one of the hormones from the anterior pituitary sometimes recovers after a while, but it depends on how severe the damage is. Taking replacement hormones will not cause other diseases, provided the doses are correct. See similar questions...

There is a special area in your meals journal where you can enter the number of glasses that you drank each day. On Pocket PC devices, tap on the "Water" button in the middle of the screen above the nutrient totals. A field will pop up where you can enter your water intake. On Palm OS devices the water intake is listed within your list of foods eaten for that day. Scroll down to the bottom of the foods for that day and tap on "Today's Water Intake". See similar questions...

Probably a food/ herbs drug/ combination issue. I have found maca mixed with certain herbs can create some increased metabolic activity, enzymatic or even a feeling of toxicity= tiredness as the liver is stimulated to processes. A good Cholagogue, such as 10 drops of Boldo extract, or enzymes and water can change all that in an hour or so. That's if it is a bile and liver issue. Poisonous food combination. Also, I think she's taking too much, I would recommend 1/2 a spoon. And occasional HRT. See similar questions...

The American Dietetic Association (ADA) recommends that Americans get 25 - 35 grams of dietary fiber each day. However, most Americans average only half this amount. Incorporating Benefiber® as part of a healthy diet can help ensure adequate fiber intake. See similar questions...

One tablespoon of BENECOL? Spread contains 0.85 grams of plant stanol esters (0.5 grams of plant stanol). See similar questions...

We recommend that everyone who takes our products at least begin with the suggested intake. Then, depending on one's individual needs and/or practitioner's advice, intakes can be gradually increased. Powder: In one study, as much as 7,200 mg of Aged Garlic Extract Powder was consumed for a six-month period without any noted adverse side effects. However, the label's suggested intake (600-1400mg/day) is usually appropriate for most instances. See similar questions...

The Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) is the maximum amount of a particular contaminant that is allowed in a public drinking water. Water suppliers must notify their customers if a contaminant exceeds the MCL. The Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG) is the level of a contaminant in drinking water at which there is no known or anticipated health threat from that contaminant to a person who consumes the water. See similar questions...

Level 300 This may sound really high, but you must remember that gaining levels in Secondhand Lands is very rapid. See similar questions...

Yes, ND's Pantry makes this easy to do. Please see our discussion of this topic on ND's Pantry Help page. See similar questions...