Benecol is a brand of foods and drinks that are designed to lower cholesterol levels. Their products contain plant-based compounds called plant stanol esters, which work by reducing the amount of cholesterol that the body absorbs.
- Benecol was developed by a Finnish company called Raisio Group in 1995.
- In 1996, Benecol was launched in Finland as a spread made from rapeseed oil and plant stanol esters.
- Since then, Benecol has expanded its product line to include yogurt, milk, bread, and snack bars.
- In 2007, the brand was acquired by Johnson & Johnson.
- In 2014, a group of Finnish investors bought Benecol from Johnson & Johnson.
- Today, Benecol products are sold in over 30 countries worldwide.
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Benecol Spreads are made from rapeseed oil and plant stanol esters, and are designed to lower cholesterol levels when used as part of a healthy diet.
Benecol Yogurt is a probiotic yogurt that contains plant stanol esters, and is designed to lower cholesterol levels when consumed regularly.
Benecol Milk is a low-fat milk that contains plant stanol esters, and is designed to lower cholesterol levels when consumed regularly.
Benecol Bread is a type of bread that contains plant stanol esters, and is designed to lower cholesterol levels when consumed regularly.
Benecol Snack Bars are a range of snack bars that contain plant stanol esters, and are designed to be a convenient way to lower cholesterol levels on-the-go.
When consumed regularly as part of a healthy diet, Benecol has been shown to lower LDL (bad) cholesterol levels by up to 14%.
Yes, Benecol is safe to consume. The plant stanol esters in Benecol products are derived from natural sources, and have been shown to have no adverse effects on health when consumed as directed.
No, Benecol is not a replacement for medication. If you have high cholesterol levels, you should talk to your doctor about the best course of treatment for your individual needs.
Yes, all Benecol products are suitable for vegetarians.
Benecol products are available in most major supermarkets and online retailers. You can check the Benecol website for a full list of stockists in your area.