Sugar cane policosanols do not reduce LDL oxidation in hypercholesterolemic individuals. – Cost Effective Supplements

Sugar cane policosanols do not reduce LDL oxidation in hypercholesterolemic individuals.

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19337769

Conclusion of this study

Subject body weights remained stable throughout the study and showed no significant correlation with LDL oxidation levels. Absolute levels of plasma LDL cholesterol were significantly (P < 0.05) correlated with plasma concentrations of oxidized LDL. The findings of the present study suggest that SCP do not significantly affect LDL oxidation. Our results align with results of recent policosanol research questioning the efficacy of these natural extracts as cardio-protective agents.