Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals Beta Sitosterol delivers approximately 500mg of Beta Sitosterol alongside 629mg of total Phytosterols, covering all four primary phytosterols: Beta Sitosterol, Beta Sitostanol, Campesterol, and Stigmasterol. The sourcing is the differentiator here. Most beta sitosterol products are derived from soy, which is less bioavailable. Hi-Tech uses a pine phytosterol complex and delivers nearly double the beta sitosterol per serving of a typical product. Supports healthy cholesterol levels already within the normal range, prostate function, cardiovascular health, and immune health. Take 1 tablet three times daily with meals. 90 tablets.†
Supplement Facts: Hi-Tech Beta Sitosterol (Per Tablet)
- Beta Sitosterol: approximately 500mg
- Total Phytosterols: 629mg (Beta Sitosterol, Beta Sitostanol, Campesterol, Stigmasterol)
- Sourced from a pine phytosterol complex, not soy
- 90 tablets
- Take 1 tablet three times daily with meals
- California Prop 65 Warning applies.
Pine Sourced, Not Soy
Most beta sitosterol on the market comes from soy and is not nearly as bioavailable. Hi-Tech uses a broad-spectrum pine phytosterol complex instead, delivering both better absorption and close to double the beta sitosterol content per serving compared to typical products in the category.†
Why All Four Phytosterols
There are over 40 phytosterols, and beta sitosterol is the most abundant, making up roughly 30 to 40% of dietary phytosterols in most products. Hi-Tech includes the full complement of the four primary ones rather than isolating a single compound, which more closely reflects how phytosterols occur in food.†
How Much You Actually Get From Diet
Typical daily dietary phytosterol intake ranges from 100 to 300mg, and tends to be higher on a vegetarian diet. A single tablet here delivers 629mg of total phytosterols, well above what most people get from food, which is the argument for supplementing rather than relying on diet alone.†
Why Three Times Daily With Meals
Phytosterols work in part by competing with dietary cholesterol for absorption in the gut, which means they need to be present when you eat. That is why the dosing is spread across the day with meals rather than taken as a single dose, and why the label says to take it three times daily whether or not you skip a meal. For an especially heavy or fat-laden meal, two or more tablets may be taken.†
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why take it with food?
Phytosterols compete with dietary cholesterol for absorption, so they need to be in the gut at the same time as the meal to do their job.† -
Is this related to the beta sitosterol in prostate formulas?
Yes, same compound. Beta sitosterol is a standard ingredient in prostate support products, and this delivers it at a higher dose than most multi-ingredient blends.† -
Does soy-free matter?
For anyone avoiding soy, yes. It also matters for absorption, since the pine-derived complex is more bioavailable than soy-derived versions.† -
Is it appropriate for tested athletes?
Phytosterols are not prohibited by WADA or NCAA.†
How to Take Hi-Tech Beta Sitosterol
Take 1 tablet three times daily with meals. Tablets should be taken at least three times a day whether meals are skipped or not. For an especially heavy or fat-laden meal, take two or more tablets. For adults only. Consult your healthcare provider before using this or any product if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking medication.
Why Buy at Get Yok'd
- Real-time inventory across all six Southern California stores
- Available in Burbank, Glendale, Glendale Galleria, North Hollywood, Northridge, and Pasadena
- Authorized Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals retailer, carrying Beta Sitosterol alongside the full Hi-Tech wellness lineup
- Staff who can help you build a prostate and cardiovascular support routine
- One of the best loyalty programs in the supplement industry: earn rewards on every purchase
Who Should Exercise Caution
- For adults only
- Not for pregnant or nursing women without physician clearance
- Individuals taking cholesterol-lowering medication should consult a physician, since phytosterols act on the same pathway
- Individuals with sitosterolemia should not use phytosterol supplements
- Phytosterols may reduce absorption of fat-soluble vitamins and beta-carotene over time
- Consult a physician before use if taking any prescription medications or having any medical condition
- California Prop 65 Warning applies.
- Keep out of reach of children.
†These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.