Plant Sterols and Stanols: Plant sterols and stanols are compounds found in plants that can help block the absorption of cholesterol in the intestines. They are often found in fortified foods or available as supplements. Consuming these compounds may modestly lower LDL (bad) cholesterol levels.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Omega-3 supplements containing EPA and DHA have been studied for their potential benefits in heart health. They might help reduce triglyceride levels and have a modest effect on lowering LDL cholesterol. However, their impact on overall cholesterol levels may vary among individuals.
Red Yeast Rice: Red yeast rice contains compounds similar to statin medications and might help lower LDL cholesterol levels. It contains monacolin K, which is similar to the active ingredient in some statin drugs. However, the use of red yeast rice should be monitored closely, as it can have similar side effects to statins.
Probiotics: Some research suggests that certain probiotic strains might have a modest effect on cholesterol levels, particularly in individuals with mild to moderately elevated cholesterol. Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus plantarum, and Bifidobacterium longum are among the strains studied for their potential benefits in managing cholesterol. However, more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
All suggestions from this page should be reviewed by your medical professionals. These are based on modelling and not clinical studies.
Based on family and lower taxonomy ranks (genus,species,strains) reported in studies,
the list is here
Net Impact |
Modifier |
Citations |
7.5
|
vitamin a
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
5
|
vegetarians
|
π
|
4.2
|
fruit/legume fibre
|
π
|
3.9
|
lactobacillus reuteri (probiotics)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
3.8
|
quercetin
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
3.8
|
vitamin d
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
3.8
|
Shen Ling Bai Zhu San
|
π
|
3.4
|
triphala
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
3.4
|
clostridium butyricum (probiotics),Miya,Miyarisan
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
3.1
|
zinc
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
3
|
fat
|
π
|
3
|
low protein diet
|
π
|
2.8
|
carob
|
π
|
2.6
|
Olive Oil
|
π
|
2.4
|
xylan (prebiotic)
|
π
|
2.2
|
naringenin(grapefruit) (Flavonoid)
|
π
|
2.2
|
ketogenic diet
|
π
|
2.2
|
Vitamin E
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
2.2
|
Kale
|
π
|
2.1
|
Burdock Root
|
π
|
2.1
|
vitamin B7, biotin
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
2.1
|
cinnamon (oil. spice)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
2.1
|
refined wheat breads
|
π
|
2
|
Nicotine, Nicotine Patch
|
π
|
2
|
Lithium
|
π
|
1.9
|
Moringa Oleifera
|
π
|
1.9
|
rhubarb
|
π
|
1.9
|
barley,oat
|
π
|
1.9
|
iron
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
1.9
|
chrysanthemum morifolium
|
π
|
1.9
|
propionate
|
π
|
1.9
|
Caffeine
|
π
|
1.9
|
pea (fiber, protein)
|
π
|
1.8
|
high red meat
|
π
|
1.8
|
bifidobacterium infantis,(probiotics)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
1.8
|
tulsi
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
1.7
|
syzygium aromaticum (clove)
|
π
|
1.7
|
lactobacillus salivarius (probiotics)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
1.7
|
arabinogalactan (prebiotic)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
1.6
|
vegetable
|
π
|
1.6
|
walnuts
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
1.5
|
dairy
|
π
|
1.5
|
rare meat
|
π
|
1.5
|
amaranth
|
π
|
1.5
|
Pumpkin
|
π
|
1.4
|
Prescript Assist (2018 Formula)
|
π
|
1.4
|
cruciferous vegetables (broccoli cabbage)
|
π
|
1.4
|
kefir
|
π
|
1.4
|
l-proline
|
π
|
1.4
|
slow digestible carbohydrates
|
π
|
1.4
|
navy bean
|
π
|
1.3
|
white button mushrooms
|
π
|
1.3
|
bacillus coagulans (probiotics)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
1.3
|
rosehip tea
|
π
|
1.3
|
pomegranate blossom tea
|
π
|
1.2
|
Vitamin B9,folic acid
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
1.2
|
annatto
|
π
|
1.2
|
animal-based diet
|
π
|
1.2
|
Ursolic acid
|
π
|
1.2
|
Far infrared Sauna
|
π
|
1.1
|
Fisetin
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
1.1
|
Pulses
|
π
|
1.1
|
lupin seeds (anaphylaxis risk, toxic if not prepared properly)
|
π
|
1.1
|
Ferric citrate
|
π
|
1.1
|
Cinnamaldehyde
|
π
|
1.1
|
pectin
|
π
|
1
|
xylaria hypoxylon (fungi)
|
π
|
1
|
laser trilobum l.,kefe cumin
|
π
|
1
|
hydrogenated palm oil
|
π
|
1
|
fenugreek
|
π
|
1
|
partially hydrolysed guar gum,fructo-oligosaccharides (prebiotic)
|
π
|
1
|
bifidobacterium breve (probiotic)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
1
|
bacillus laterosporus (probiotic)
|
π
|
1
|
Vitamin B
|
π
|
1
|
lemon
|
π
|
1
|
nuts
|
π
|
1
|
omega-3 fatty acids
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
1
|
oregano (origanum vulgare, oil) |
|
π
|
1
|
marijuana
|
π
|
1
|
vegetable/fruit juice-based diets
|
π
|
1
|
hypericin, St. John's Wort
|
π
|
1
|
high carbohydrate diet
|
π
|
1
|
Dendrobium officinale
|
π
|
1
|
chestnut tannins
|
π
|
1
|
Peanut
|
π
|
0.9
|
banana
|
π
|
0.9
|
Kimchi
|
π
|
0.9
|
Peptide LL-37
|
π
|
0.9
|
Cistus Incanus
|
π
|
0.9
|
Ginseng
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
0.9
|
coptis chinensis, Chinese goldthread
|
π
|
0.9
|
withania somnifera,ashwagandha
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
0.9
|
barley
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
0.9
|
vitamin k2
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
0.9
|
low carbohydrate diet
|
π
|
0.9
|
Gluco-Oligosaccharides
|
π
|
0.8
|
Sumac(Rhus coriaria)
|
π
|
0.8
|
micromeria fruticosa,White-leaved Savory
|
π
|
0.8
|
helichrysum italicum,Immortelle
|
π
|
0.8
|
lactobacillus sakei (probiotics)
|
π
|
0.8
|
wheat bran
|
π
|
0.8
|
Hesperidin (polyphenol)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
0.8
|
persimmon tannin
|
π
|
0.8
|
selenium
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
0.8
|
ascophyllum nodosum (sea weed)
|
π
|
0.8
|
coriander oil
|
π
|
0.8
|
lactobacillus acidophilus (probiotics)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
0.8
|
Tryptophan
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
0.7
|
camellia
|
π
|
0.7
|
Lemon Balm
|
π
|
0.7
|
Lemongrass
|
π
|
0.7
|
Lime
|
π
|
0.7
|
Grapefruit seed extract
|
π
|
0.7
|
Hibiscus
|
π
|
0.7
|
Honeysuckle
|
π
|
0.7
|
Nutmeg
|
π
|
0.7
|
Onion
|
π
|
0.7
|
Papaya leaf
|
π
|
0.7
|
Papaya seed
|
π
|
0.7
|
Horseradish
|
π
|
0.7
|
Mustard seed extract
|
π
|
0.7
|
Mustard yellow
|
π
|
0.7
|
Tabasco sauce
|
π
|
0.7
|
Tapatio
|
π
|
0.7
|
Trigonelline (found in Coffee)
|
π
|
0.7
|
Umcka
|
π
|
0.7
|
Uva Ursi
|
π
|
0.7
|
Pickle juice
|
π
|
0.7
|
Pumpkin seed
|
π
|
0.7
|
kombucha
|
π
|
0.7
|
chamaemelum nobile,chamomile
|
π
|
0.7
|
safflower oil
|
π
|
0.7
|
propolis(bee's glue)
|
π
|
0.7
|
lactobacillus rhamnosus gg (probiotics)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
0.7
|
wormwood(artemisia)
|
π
|
0.7
|
Exercise
|
π
|
0.7
|
Kiwifruit
|
π
|
0.7
|
Acai
|
π
|
0.7
|
Bay Leaf
|
π
|
0.7
|
Bilberry
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
0.7
|
Boldo
|
π
|
0.7
|
Red Cabbage
|
π
|
0.7
|
Caramel color
|
π
|
0.7
|
Cardamom
|
π
|
0.7
|
catechins (from tea/wine)
|
π
|
0.7
|
Citric acid
|
π
|
0.7
|
Celery Seed
|
π
|
0.7
|
Coffee
|
π
|
0.7
|
Cola (w/ aspartame)
|
π
|
0.7
|
Elderberry
|
π
|
0.7
|
Epazote
|
π
|
0.7
|
Eucalyptus
|
π
|
0.7
|
Fernet
|
π
|
0.7
|
Cumin
|
π
|
0.7
|
Galangal
|
π
|
0.6
|
Clove
|
π
|
0.6
|
Slippery Elm
|
π
|
0.6
|
western diet
|
π
|
0.6
|
polygonatum kingianum(Orange Flower Solomon's Seal.)
|
π
|
0.6
|
neem
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
0.6
|
sunflower oil
|
π
|
0.6
|
l-sorbose
|
π
|
0.6
|
koji aspergillus oryzae
|
π
|
0.6
|
hypocaloric hyperproteic diet
|
π
|
0.6
|
bifidobacterium pseudocatenulatum li09,bifidobacterium catenulatum li10 (probiotics)
|
π
|
0.6
|
bacillus (probiotics)
|
π
|
0.6
|
acetic acid
|
π
|
0.6
|
glycine
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
0.5
|
garlic (allium sativum)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
0.5
|
bacillus subtilis,lactobacillus acidophilus (probiotics)
|
π
|
0.5
|
melatonin supplement
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
0.5
|
cellulose (prebiotic)
|
π
|
0.5
|
mannooligosaccharide (prebiotic)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-0.5
|
ginko
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-0.5
|
luteolin (flavonoid)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-0.5
|
enterococcus durans (probiotics)
|
π
|
-0.5
|
Theanine
|
π
|
-0.5
|
Oyster Mushroom
|
π
|
-0.5
|
Pistachio
|
π
|
-0.5
|
Goat milk
|
π
|
-0.6
|
chlorine
|
π
|
-0.6
|
Cheese
|
π
|
-0.6
|
Miso
|
π
|
-0.6
|
oats
|
π
|
-0.6
|
red wine polyphenols
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-0.6
|
whole grain diet
|
π
|
-0.6
|
blueberry
|
π
|
-0.6
|
Bacillus clausii (Probiotics)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-0.6
|
mulberry fruit polysaccharide
|
π
|
-0.6
|
Rhubarb Peony Decoction
|
π
|
-0.7
|
high-fat sucrose
|
π
|
-0.7
|
dietary phytoestrogens (isoflavones)
|
π
|
-0.7
|
xylooligosaccharide (prebiotic)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-0.7
|
thyme (thymol, thyme oil)
|
π
|
-0.7
|
pomegranate
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-0.7
|
microcrystalline cellulose (prebiotic)
|
π
|
-0.7
|
high-saturated fat diet
|
π
|
-0.7
|
Lactobacillus Johnsonii (probiotic)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-0.8
|
inulin (prebiotic)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-0.8
|
grapes
|
π
|
-0.8
|
ginger
|
π
|
-0.8
|
nephelium longan,lychee fruit
|
π
|
-0.8
|
carbohydrates
|
π
|
-0.8
|
grape fiber
|
π
|
-0.8
|
bifidobacterium lactis bb12 (probiotics)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-0.8
|
Goji (berry,juice)
|
π
|
-0.9
|
methionine-choline-deficient (MCD) diet
|
π
|
-0.9
|
hou-po-da-huang-tang
|
π
|
-0.9
|
spirulina(cyanobacteria)
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Fiber, total dietary
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Cilantro
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Cottage Cheese
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Goldenseal
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Dandelion
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Echinacea
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Fish Sauce
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Cayenne
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Carrot (juice)
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Caraway
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Aloe
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Vitamin B1,thiamine hydrochloride
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-0.9
|
eugenol (from clove oil, nutmeg, cinnamon, basil,bay leaf.)
|
π
|
-0.9
|
trametes versicolor(Turkey tail mushroom)
|
π
|
-0.9
|
oolong tea polyphenols
|
π
|
-0.9
|
oolong teas
|
π
|
-0.9
|
fish oil
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-0.9
|
anise
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Citrus Fruit Extract
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Piperine
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Reishi Mushroom
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Sauerkraut
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Silver
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Soy sauce
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Sriracha sauce
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Vegemite
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Tea tree
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Manuka Honey
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Parsley
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Hops
|
π
|
-0.9
|
Lemon peel
|
π
|
-1
|
bacillus pumilus
|
π
|
-1
|
gum arabic (prebiotic)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1
|
rye
|
π
|
-1
|
bean
|
π
|
-1
|
sesame
|
π
|
-1
|
Vitamin B-12
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1
|
Pork
|
π
|
-1
|
inula viscosa,false yellowhead
|
π
|
-1.1
|
Spearmint(mentha spicata)
|
π
|
-1.1
|
Sijunzi decoction
|
π
|
-1.1
|
bioflorin,enterococcus faecium sf 68,(probiotics)
|
π
|
-1.1
|
mediterranean diet
|
π
|
-1.1
|
Limosilactobacillus fermentum (probiotic)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1.1
|
Rutin
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1.1
|
Pineapple
|
π
|
-1.2
|
noni
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1.2
|
glycyrrhizic acid (licorice)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1.2
|
chitooligosaccharides (prebiotic)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1.2
|
Hawthorn [Crataegus monogyna Jacq.,Crataegus oxyacantha L]
|
π
|
-1.2
|
red chiles (Capsicum)
|
π
|
-1.2
|
quercetin,resveratrol
|
π
|
-1.2
|
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1.3
|
blackcurrant
|
π
|
-1.3
|
galla rhois
|
π
|
-1.3
|
PreforPro
|
π
|
-1.3
|
purple sweet potatoes
|
π
|
-1.3
|
lactobacillus casei shirota (probiotics)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1.3
|
bacillus licheniformis,(probiotics)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1.3
|
palm kernel meal
|
π
|
-1.3
|
sesame cake/meal
|
π
|
-1.4
|
bifidobacterium pseudocatenulatum,(probiotics)
|
π
|
-1.4
|
enriched butter diet
|
π
|
-1.4
|
extra virgin olive oil
|
π
|
-1.4
|
Psyllium (Plantago Ovata Husk)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1.4
|
chondrus crispus,red sea weed
|
π
|
-1.4
|
sarcodiotheca gaudichaudii (red sea weed)
|
π
|
-1.4
|
GABA
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1.4
|
partially hydrolyzed guar gum
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1.5
|
lactobacillus rhamnosus gg,lactobacillus,rhamnosus,propionibacterium freudenreichii,bifidobacterium breve (probiotics)
|
π
|
-1.5
|
Cranberry
|
π
|
-1.5
|
cannabinoids
|
π
|
-1.5
|
red alga Laurencia tristicha
|
π
|
-1.5
|
polyphenols
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1.5
|
lactobacillus gasseri (probiotics)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1.6
|
vitamin B3,niacin
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1.6
|
paenibacillus polymyxa (prescript assist) (probiotics)
|
π
|
-1.6
|
mutaflor escherichia coli nissle 1917 (probiotics)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1.6
|
satureia montana(Winter savory)
|
π
|
-1.6
|
tannic acid
|
π
|
-1.6
|
fibre-rich macrobiotic ma-pi 2 diet
|
π
|
-1.6
|
candida albicans (prescription)
|
π
|
-1.6
|
carum carvi, Caraway
|
π
|
-1.6
|
abies alba mill, silver fir
|
π
|
-1.6
|
almonds/ almond skins
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1.6
|
Glucomannan
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1.6
|
lactobacillus paracasei,lactobacillus acidophilus,bifidobacterium animalis (probiotics)
|
π
|
-1.6
|
tomato powder
|
π
|
-1.6
|
fluorine
|
π
|
-1.7
|
Mangosteen
|
π
|
-1.7
|
lactobacillus brevis (probiotics)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1.8
|
bifidobacterium catenulatum,(probiotics)
|
π
|
-1.8
|
whey
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1.8
|
lactobacillus kefiri (NOT KEFIR)
|
π
|
-1.8
|
Akkermansia muciniphila (probiotic)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1.9
|
brassica juncea
|
π
|
-1.9
|
brown algae
|
π
|
-1.9
|
marjoram
|
π
|
-1.9
|
resistant maltodextrin
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1.9
|
black raspberries
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-1.9
|
basil
|
π
|
-1.9
|
alcoholic beverages
|
π
|
-2
|
Tudca
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-2
|
high fiber diet
|
π
|
-2
|
mastic gum (prebiotic)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-2
|
lauric acid(fatty acid in coconut oil,in palm kernel oil,)
|
π
|
-2.1
|
lactobacillus paracasei (probiotics)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-2.1
|
jerusalem artichoke (prebiotic)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-2.1
|
bacillus subtilis (probiotics)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-2.1
|
capsaicin (hot pepper)
|
π
|
-2.1
|
Conjugated Linoleic Acid
|
π
|
-2.1
|
bifidobacterium bifidum (probiotics)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-2.1
|
pediococcus acidilactic (probiotic)
|
π
|
-2.2
|
tabebuia impetiginosa (taheebo) bark
|
π
|
-2.2
|
bifidobacterium lactis,streptococcus thermophilus probiotic
|
π
|
-2.2
|
galacto-oligosaccharides (prebiotic)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-2.2
|
buckwheat
|
π
|
-2.3
|
sodium butyrate
|
π
|
-2.3
|
Astragalus
|
π
|
-2.4
|
Human milk oligosaccharides (prebiotic, Holigos, Stachyose)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-2.4
|
green-lipped mussel
|
π
|
-2.4
|
sesuvium portulacastrum herb
|
π
|
-2.4
|
whole-grain wheat
|
π
|
-2.4
|
grape polyphenols
|
π
|
-2.5
|
sorghum
|
π
|
-2.5
|
bacillus subtilis natto (probiotics)
|
π
|
-2.5
|
high resistant starch
|
π
|
-2.6
|
low-fat diets
|
π
|
-2.8
|
schinus molle (herb)
|
π
|
-3
|
bifidobacterium (probiotics)
|
π
|
-3
|
brown rice
|
π
|
-3.1
|
high-fat diets
|
π
|
-3.1
|
Curcumin
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-3.3
|
gluten-free diet
|
π
|
-3.3
|
saccharomyces boulardii (probiotics)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-3.4
|
enterococcus faecium (probiotic)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-3.6
|
rosmarinus officinalis,rosemary
|
π
|
-3.6
|
tea
|
π
|
-3.8
|
Cacao
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-3.9
|
apple
|
π
|
-4
|
cranberry bean flour
|
π
|
-4.4
|
green tea
|
π
|
-4.6
|
resistant starch
|
π
|
-5.5
|
lactobacillus casei (probiotics)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-7.1
|
resveratrol (grape seed/polyphenols/red wine)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-8.3
|
soy
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|
-8.7
|
fructo-oligosaccharides (prebiotic)
ππ½οΈ Dosages
|
π
|