Beta Sitosterol

Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH) affects nearly 6 million men over the age of 50. Scientists estimate more than one-half of all men will develop BPH at some time in life. BPH is an enlarged prostate gland and results in reduced urine flow, pain urinating, and difficulty starting and stopping flow.

A number of natural supplements are available to counteract the affects of BPH. One of the most promising and popular is Beta sitosterol. Closely resembling cholesterol chemically, beta sitosterol is a natural plant phytosterol found in a variety of foods including pumpkin seeds, rice bran, wheat germ, and soybeans. In Europe, beta sitosterol has been used as a prescription medicine for treating BPH for many years. Its popularity in the U.S. is growing steadily. Numerous studies have confirmed beta sitosterol’s ability to reduce BPH symptoms and provide relief.

Studies have also concluded beta sitosterol may be helpful in reducing cholesterol levels and triglycerides. It may also work to improve the ratio of HDL (“good”) cholesterol to LDL (“bad”) cholesterol. Additional studies are looking at beta sitosterol’s effect on blood sugar levels as well as the immune system.