Overview
To evaluate the effects of a nutraceutical containing Berberine-based Food Supplement, Artichoke Extract, Phytosterols, Fenugreek and SelectSIEVE® OptiChol on lipid profile
Description
To evaluate the effects of a nutraceutical containing Berberine-based Food Supplement, Artichoke Extract, Phytosterols, Fenugreek and SelectSIEVE® OptiChol compared to placebo on lipid profile in patients with LDL cholesterol > 115 and < 190 mg/dl.Patients were allocated to receive 1 or 2 tablets of the nutraceutical for 12 weeks.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- LDL Cholesterol > 115 mg/dl and < 190 mg/dl
- primary prevention
Exclusion Criteria:
- patients with neoplastic and liver diseases, renal failure and diabetes mellitus
- pregnant or breastfeeding women
- hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients
- therapy with lipid-lowering drugs