Benecol - UK Plant stanol ester has been shown to lower cholesterol. High cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease. 5 a day: eating enough fruits and vegetables HEALTHY TIPS Do you know what 5 a day really means? Read on to find out how much fruit and veg makes up your daily recommendation. What is a portion when it comes to fruit and veg? A portion is equivalent to 80g (about 3 ounces). The list below offers a rough guide to one portion of some common fruits and vegetables: 1 medium sized fruit such as an apple, banana, pear or orange A handful of raspberries, cherries or grapes 3 heaped tablespoons of beans and pulses, such as kidney beans, butter beans, chickpeas and lentils 1 tablespoon of dried fruit 2–3 heaped tablespoons of cooked vegetables A glass (150ml) of fruit juice, vegetable juice or smoothie It’s important to remember that potatoes don’t count as a portion of your daily fruit and vegetable because they’re starchy. They are therefore classed as a carbohydrate. SHARE ARTICLE 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

Benecol - UK Plant stanol ester has been shown to lower cholesterol. High cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease. Healthy Tips Heart happy tips 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