September 2021 PMID 34468867

Phytosterols and Cardiovascular Disease.

Umidakhon Makhmudova, P Christian Schulze, Dieter Lütjohann, Oliver Weingärtner

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Mentions

33
Peak: 11 in Jul 2023
across 4 sources since Sep 2021

Extended reach

326,645
potential audience

Total likes

104

Video views

428

Mentions per month

Sep 2021 – Sep 2025

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter14 posts
  • News14 articles
  • YouTube3 videos
  • Blogs2 articles

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions mainly emphasize the potential harmful effects of plant sterols, citing phrases like 'atherogenic' and 'worrying read,' which reflect concern and engagement with scientific evidence. The tone indicates a shared interest in re-evaluating common dietary suggestions, highlighting the controversy and potential impact on health guidelines.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions highlight the potential dangers of phytosterols, emphasizing their possible atherogenic effects based on evidence presented.

InterestHigh interest

The topic of plant sterols and cardiovascular health naturally attracts high interest due to its relevance to health and diet.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts reference specific scientific evidence and reviews, showing active engagement with the research details.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest that the findings could influence dietary recommendations and ongoing research debates in cardiovascular health.

Abstract in brief

  • Coronary heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, and high blood cholesterol is a major modifiable risk factor.
  • Plant sterols, found in certain functional foods, can lower blood cholesterol levels by about 10-15%, and are recommended as an addition to lifestyle changes in some guidelines, but their long-term benefits on heart health are still debated.
  • There is controversy over whether plant sterols might be harmful, as some studies suggest they could promote atherosclerosis, highlighting the need for more research on their actual impact on cardiovascular outcomes.]

Top posts

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P.D. Mangan Health & Freedom Maximalist
@Mangan150 · X

"An increasing body of evidence suggests that plant sterols per se are atherogenic." Strange: some frankenfood developed by corporate behemoths is unhealthy? https://t.co/K2RkdNkU2t https://t.co/UT1cmzqssI

Jul 13, 2023 · 48 likes · 7 shares · 292,070 followers View post →
TheFa(c)tHunter
@DimitriRadoux · X

@ZahcM @lowcarblefty @xinggang_wang This review summarises the evidence quite well, An increasing body of evidence suggests that plant sterols “per se” are atherogenic. The individual papers in vivo, in vitro, animal, human and genetic studies are referenced & quite the worrying read! https://t.co/3C0ZVmdabb https://t.co/41MZxBfq35

Jul 13, 2023 · 6 likes · 1 share · 1,231 followers View post →
Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

Phytosterols and Cardiovascular Disease (open access) https://t.co/qR6uKM6ydM #nutrition #diet #cholesterol #phytosterols #atherosclerosis

Sep 3, 2021 · 1 like · 19,106 followers View post →
Dheeraj Garg | Metabolic Health Advisor
@IMHEALTHY_IN · X

Phytosterols and Cardiovascular Disease https://t.co/YDzeCPdVJ6

Sep 29, 2025 · 1 like · 687 followers View post →
ConcernedCitizen.io
@Serious_Serb · X

RT @Mangan150: "An increasing body of evidence suggests that plant sterols per se are atherogenic." Strange: some frankenfood developed by…

Jul 13, 2023 · 7 shares · 3,138 followers View post →
Marilyn Mann
@MarilynMann · X

"An increasing body of evidence suggests that plant sterols per se are atherogenic." https://t.co/l6fSXICL2t

Sep 4, 2021 · 2,768 followers View post →

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Dheeraj Garg | Metabolic Health Advisor
@IMHEALTHY_IN · X

Phytosterols and Cardiovascular Disease https://t.co/YDzeCPdVJ6

Sep 29, 2025 · 1 like · 687 followers View post →
ConcernedCitizen.io
@Serious_Serb · X

RT @Mangan150: "An increasing body of evidence suggests that plant sterols per se are atherogenic." Strange: some frankenfood developed by…

Jul 13, 2023 · 7 shares · 3,138 followers View post →
Casey Ruff
@CaseyRuff · X

Phytosterols might not be that great for humans, even though they lower cholesterol?

Jul 13, 2023 · 1,961 followers View post →
Keto-meatheals
@orangebobevil · X

RT @Mangan150: "An increasing body of evidence suggests that plant sterols per se are atherogenic." Strange: some frankenfood developed by…

Jul 13, 2023 · 7 shares · 1,738 followers View post →
PC ⛓
@PC65049955 · X

RT @Mangan150: "An increasing body of evidence suggests that plant sterols per se are atherogenic." Strange: some frankenfood developed by…

Jul 13, 2023 · 7 shares · 1,462 followers View post →
Zip
@Jay_revs55 · X

RT @Mangan150: "An increasing body of evidence suggests that plant sterols per se are atherogenic." Strange: some frankenfood developed by…

Jul 13, 2023 · 7 shares · 38 followers View post →
Sukenfko
@KKoch1111 · X

RT @Mangan150: "An increasing body of evidence suggests that plant sterols per se are atherogenic." Strange: some frankenfood developed by…

Jul 13, 2023 · 7 shares · 591 followers View post →
Boca Boca
@CommunistoObama · X

Phytosterols and Cardiovascular Disease | SpringerLink https://t.co/E28rpInFkx

Jul 13, 2023 · 331 followers View post →
Boca Boca
@CommunistoObama · X

RT @Mangan150: "An increasing body of evidence suggests that plant sterols per se are atherogenic." Strange: some frankenfood developed by…

Jul 13, 2023 · 7 shares · 331 followers View post →
P.D. Mangan Health & Freedom Maximalist
@Mangan150 · X

"An increasing body of evidence suggests that plant sterols per se are atherogenic." Strange: some frankenfood developed by corporate behemoths is unhealthy? https://t.co/K2RkdNkU2t https://t.co/UT1cmzqssI

Jul 13, 2023 · 48 likes · 7 shares · 292,070 followers View post →
Xinggang Wang
@xinggang_wang · X

RT @DimitriRadoux: @ZahcM @lowcarblefty @xinggang_wang This review summarises the evidence quite well, An increasing body of evidence sugg…

Jul 13, 2023 · 1 share · 665 followers View post →
TheFa(c)tHunter
@DimitriRadoux · X

@ZahcM @lowcarblefty @xinggang_wang This review summarises the evidence quite well, An increasing body of evidence suggests that plant sterols “per se” are atherogenic. The individual papers in vivo, in vitro, animal, human and genetic studies are referenced & quite the worrying read! https://t.co/3C0ZVmdabb https://t.co/41MZxBfq35

Jul 13, 2023 · 6 likes · 1 share · 1,231 followers View post →
Marilyn Mann
@MarilynMann · X

"An increasing body of evidence suggests that plant sterols per se are atherogenic." https://t.co/l6fSXICL2t

Sep 4, 2021 · 2,768 followers View post →
Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

Phytosterols and Cardiovascular Disease (open access) https://t.co/qR6uKM6ydM #nutrition #diet #cholesterol #phytosterols #atherosclerosis

Sep 3, 2021 · 1 like · 19,106 followers View post →