How do plant stanol ester containing foods fit into a healthy eating plan?
Using 2 to 3 servings of foods containing plant stanol ester each day in place of similar foods will lower LDL-cholesterol and may reduce your risk of heart disease. Plant stanol ester fortified foods easily fit into an active, healthy lifestyle that includes a diet low in saturated fat, and high in fruits, vegetables and cereal grains. Regular vegetable oil spreads containing plant stanol esters can be used in cooking and baking as a one-for-one substitution for other cooking fats and oils. Light spreads containing this ingredient are designed for spreading only.
