beta-sitosterol

English

Alternative forms

  • β-sitosterol

Noun

beta-sitosterol (uncountable)

  1. (organic chemistry) A phytosterol found in many plant sources; it is used to reduce blood cholesterol
    Synonym: sitosterin
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