Water dispersible plant sterol formulation shows improved effect on lipid profile compared to plant sterol esters.

Highlights: [•] Plant sterols (PS) have been reported to reduce LDL-cholesterol levels by 7–15%. [•] Reduced bioavailability in some formulation of PS account in part for the variable results. [•] It may be preferred to examine the efficacy of every new formulation of PS. [•] We examined the efficacy and safety of a new water dispersible PS versus PS-esters. [•] The formulation of water dispersible PS showed overall better lipid level management. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]