Benecol Plant Stanol Ester Instant Coffee Powder 17g X 5 Sachets ✔ Coffee Mix Plant Stanol Ester, Soy milk Powder, Instant Oats ✔ Low Fat. No Cholesterol ✔ No Dairy Cream ✔ Net weight 85 grams ✔ Product of Thailand Benecol Instant Cereal Beverage with Plant Stanol Coffee Mix. Added Hot water 160 ml., or adjust the amount of water you like well and drink immediately. Should be taken with breakfast Lowering cholesterol What causes high cholesterol? The most common cause of high cholesterol in people in the UK is eating too much saturated fat. Being physically inactive, being overweight, excessive alcohol consumption and smoking can also affect cholesterol levels. These are factors which can be changed to help lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. There are some factors affecting cholesterol levels that can't be changed, including a family history of raised cholesterol and increasing age (cholesterol levels increase with age). Also, about 1 in 500 people have high cholesterol levels caused by an inherited genetic condition called Familial Hypercholesterolaemia. What about the cholesterol found in food? The cholesterol that naturally occurs in some foods such as eggs, prawns, liver and kidneys is known as 'dietary cholesterol'. Dietary cholesterol usually has very little influence on blood cholesterol levels, so food like eggs and prawns can be eaten in moderation as part of a healthy and balanced diet. Eating too much saturated fat has a much bigger impact on blood cholesterol, so it's important to lower your intake of this type of fat. Tops tips for a healthier cholesterol level The good news is by taking the simple steps to follow a healthier diet and lifestyle can help you lower your cholesterol. Also including Benecol® as part of your healthy diet is proven to lower cholesterol significantly more than healthy eating alone. What is Benecol? Benecol is a range of foods that contain a unique patented ingredient, Plant Stanol Ester, that is proven to lower cholesterol. Benecol is available in a variety of delicious products including yogurts, yogurt drinks and spreads.