A Proven Way to Support Healthy Cholesterol.
No Pills, Powders, or Strict Diet Required
For millions of Americans, managing cholesterol means juggling medications, restrictive diets, and an overwhelming list of do’s and don’ts. But there’s a food-based option that’s clinically proven to help. No prescriptions, no pillboxes, no radical lifestyle change.
It’s called Benecol® Soft Chews, a chocolate-flavored chew taken four times a day that delivers a clinically proven plant-based compound that helps reduce cholesterol absorption in the digestive tract.
Clinically Studied. FDA Recognized.
Benecol® Soft Chews contain plant stanol esters, compounds found in small amounts in whole grains and other plant foods. When consumed at the recommended amount of 2 grams per day, these compounds help reduce LDL cholesterol by limiting how much cholesterol the body absorbs during digestion. Importantly, they do this without lowering HDL, the “good” cholesterol.
This is not a trendy supplement with vague benefits. More than 70 peer-reviewed clinical studies have validated the effectiveness of plant stanols, and the FDA recognizes their ability to help reduce the risk of heart disease when consumed as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol.
How It Works in the Body
Here’s what happens behind the scenes. Think of cholesterol absorption like a game of musical chairs. Normally, there are plenty of open seats, and about 50 percent of the cholesterol from food and bile finds a place and gets absorbed.
When plant stanols are present, they start taking up those chairs. They look enough like cholesterol to sit down, but the body cannot actually use them, so they get ushered out. With fewer chairs available, cholesterol absorption drops to about 20 percent and more cholesterol is simply excreted.
This shift helps lower LDL cholesterol, with results often seen in as little as two weeks.
Safe with or without Statins
Benecol® is not a substitute for statins, but it can be used in combination with them. Clinical studies have shown that plant stanols can offer additional LDL-lowering benefits when taken alongside prescription therapy.
It also offers a valuable option for individuals who aren’t on statins, whether due to side effects, lifestyle preferences, or early intervention goals. Benecol® has a strong safety record, with no reported drug interactions and over 20 years of consumer use.
A Simple Daily Routine
Each chew is a step toward a better cholesterol routine. No pills, scoops, or complex preparation. Just unwrap and chew.
Benecol® Soft Chews are sold in one convenient 120-count bag, which provides a 30 day supply at the recommended four chews per day routine. For users, this is an easy and consistent way to integrate cholesterol support into daily life, whether paired with dietary changes, exercise, or medications.
A Smarter First Step for Many
Millions of Americans who qualify for statins are not currently taking them. For this large and growing group, food-based strategies like Benecol® offer a practical, proven way to take action.
It’s not a miracle. But it is backed by strong science, real-world use, and a level of convenience that makes it accessible for almost anyone.