Benecol - UK Plant stanol ester has been shown to lower cholesterol. High cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease. Understanding Cholesterol What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a waxy substance found naturally in the blood. Your body needs cholesterol to function properly but too much cholesterol can cause you problems. It’s mostly produced in the liver, but it’s also found in foods such as red meat, high-fat cheese, butter and eggs. If this sounds like bad news, then there’s some good news too. There are some simple steps you can take to reduce your cholesterol, and it starts with better understanding what cholesterol is and how you can reduce it – you’re in the right place! LEARN MORE What causes high cholesterol? One of the most common causes of high cholesterol levels in the blood is eating too much saturated fat. Lack of regular exercise, being overweight, drinking a lot of alcohol and smoking can also raise cholesterol levels. LEARN MORE Is all cholesterol 'bad'? Understanding your cholesterol number Cholesterol is a waxy substance found naturally in the blood. Your body needs cholesterol to function properly but too much cholesterol can cause you problems. It’s mostly produced in the liver, but it’s also found in foods such as red meat, high-fat cheese, butter and eggs. If this sounds like bad news, then there’s some good news too. There are some simple steps you can take to reduce your cholesterol, and it starts with better understanding what cholesterol is and how you can reduce it – you’re in the right place! FIND MORE ABOUT YOUR NUMBER Reducing cholesterol There are lots of different reasons for high cholesterol, but some of the most common causes – like eating too much saturated fat or not being active – are things you can do something about today. We’ve put together some handy tips to help lower cholesterol. TIPS FOR REDUCING CHOLESTEROL Lowering cholesterol with the plant stanols in Benecol About Benecol Contact us Privacy Policy Legal Notice Modern Slavery Statement Plant stanol ester has been shown to lower cholesterol. High cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease. The beneficial effect has been shown with a daily intake of 1.5-3.0g plant stanols, as part, of a healthy diet and lifestyle. © 2021 Benecol Limited. All rights reserved. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However you may visit Cookie Settings to change consent preferences. Manage consentACCEPT