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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

phytosterol

/fɪˈtɒstrɒl/ noun · British & US
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What does phytosterol mean?

noun

A type of plant sterol, a naturally occurring compound found in the cell membranes of plants, that can help lower cholesterol levels when consumed as a dietary supplement.

Example

"The doctor recommended that her patient take a daily supplement of phytosterol to help reduce their cholesterol levels."

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