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Beta-Sitosterol Plant Sterols
NOW
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(2115 ratings)
Fish Oil 120 mg
Score 55.0
Primarily a plant sterol supplement for cholesterol management, with a negligible amount of fish oil for broader omega-3 benefits.
Quantity: 180 Softgel(s)Servings size: 2 Softgel(s) (90 servings)
Selected goals:
Other goals:
General Health
Heart Health
Brain Health
Joint Health
Mood Support
leaderboard Score 55.0
Primarily a plant sterol supplement for cholesterol management, with a negligible amount of fish oil for broader omega-3 benefits.
This NOW product is distinct in its primary focus, featuring a substantial dose of CardioAid-S Plant Sterol Esters, which are clinically recognized for their efficacy in supporting cardiovascular health by reducing cholesterol absorption. This makes it a strong contender specifically for heart health, particularly for individuals looking to manage cholesterol levels. However, its inclusion of only 120mg of fish oil concentrate is insufficient to meaningfully contribute to the broader range of general, brain, joint, mood, and skin health goals often associated with omega-3 supplementation, making its overall utility for these purposes quite limited. Online reviews would likely highlight its effectiveness for cholesterol but potentially note the low omega-3 content. Nutritionists would recommend it for cholesterol, but not as a primary omega-3 source.
- Contains a clinically relevant dose of plant sterols (1g CardioAid-S), highly effective for heart health by lowering cholesterol.
- Good brand reputation (NOW).
- Extremely low dosage of fish oil (120mg) means it doesn't adequately support general, brain, joint, mood, or skin health goals typically associated with omega-3s.
- Price per serving is relatively high for a product that primarily offers plant sterols, especially given the minimal fish oil content.
- Not suitable as a primary source of omega-3 fatty acids for general health benefits beyond cholesterol management.
$27.39($0.30 per serving)
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| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| CardioAid-S Plant Sterol Esters | 1 g |
| natural Fish Oil concentrate | 120 mg |
Categories
Fish Oil 30.0
Despite being listed under 'Fish Oil' collection, the actual fish oil content is very low (120mg), making it a poor representation of a dedicated fish oil supplement compared to others in the category.
Goals
Heart Health 90.0
The main ingredient, 1 gram of CardioAid-S Plant Sterol Esters, is highly effective and well-researched for reducing LDL cholesterol, directly supporting a primary aspect of heart health. The minimal fish oil adds a small, but not significant, additional benefit.
General Health 40.0
While plant sterols offer some general health benefits via cardiovascular support, the very low fish oil content limits its overall contribution to the wide spectrum of general health improvements expected from omega-3s.
Brain Health 20.0
The 120mg of fish oil is far too low to provide any significant benefits for cognitive function or brain health, as effective doses of DHA/EPA typically start much higher (e.g., 250mg+ DHA).
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