Ann Acad Med Singap
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Ann Acad Med Singap · Mar 1999
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study Clinical TrialA study to assess the effect of dietary supplementation with soluble fibre (Minolest) on lipid levels in normal subjects with hypercholesterolaemia.
Hypercholesterolaemia is one of the major risk factors in the development of coronary artery disease. In recent years, many nonprescription treatments have become available for cholesterol lowering. Minolest is a product that contains guar gum and psyllium as the principal active ingredients. ⋯ The percentage fall in LDL cholesterol increased to 7.16% and 7.37% in subjects who consumed at least 50% and 70% of the treatment respectively. There were few side effects. The authors conclude that this product has a small impact on the lipid profile and may be useful only in subjects with mild hypercholesterolaemia and a low risk of coronary artery disease.