Sterol ester
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sterol-ester-251-18058260
title:
Sterol ester
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Sterol esters are a heterogeneous group of chemical compounds. They are created when the hydroxyl group of a sterol and a fatty acid undergo an esterification reaction. They can be found in trace amounts in every cell type but are highly enriched in foam cells and are common components of human skin oil. Plant sterol esters have been shown to reduce the level of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in blood when ingested. Plant sterol esters used for dietary supplements are made from phytos
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Class of chemical compounds
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sterol_ester
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2023-12-10T19:57:13Z
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