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Are plant stanol esters absorbed by the body?

April 26, 2017absorbed body esters plant stanol

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Are plant stanol esters absorbed by the body?

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A. 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.