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Can special spreads lower bad cholesterol?

Original Title

Use of phytosterol-fortified foods to improve LDL cholesterol levels: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

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Methodology score · 45/100

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Scientists looked at many studies to see if foods with added plant sterols can lower bad cholesterol.

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Authors

Fontané L, Pedro-Botet J, Garcia-Ribera S, Climent E, Muns MD, Ballesta S, Satorra P, Flores-Le Roux JA, Benaiges D