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Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 4

A proprietary fiber blend is commonly used to support or treat high cholesterol, and there is substantial scientific evidence to back this application. Dietary fiber—especially soluble fiber—has been extensively studied for its cholesterol-lowering effects. Soluble fibers, such as those found in psyllium husk, oat bran, and certain fruits, bind to bile acids in the gut and promote their excretion. As the body needs bile acids for digestion, it is forced to convert more cholesterol into bile acids, thus lowering circulating LDL ("bad") cholesterol levels. Clinical trials and meta-analyses have consistently shown that daily consumption of soluble fiber can reduce total and LDL cholesterol by modest but significant amounts (typically 5-10%). For example, a meta-analysis published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (1999) found that soluble fiber from oats produced a dose-dependent reduction in LDL cholesterol. Psyllium, another common ingredient in fiber blends, has been proven effective in lowering LDL cholesterol in both healthy and hypercholesterolemic individuals, as supported by research published in JAMA (1998). While the precise composition of proprietary fiber blends can vary, as long as they contain adequate amounts of clinically tested soluble fibers, their use for cholesterol support is justified by scientific evidence. However, fiber supplements should complement, not replace, other lifestyle and dietary interventions for cholesterol management.

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Vitabase Suprema Dophilus Multi Probiotic
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