Clinical Study With Berberine-based Food Supplement, Artichoke Extract, Phytosterols, Fenugreek and SelectSIEVE® OptiChol

Clinical Study With Berberine-based Food Supplement, Artichoke Extract, Phytosterols, Fenugreek and SelectSIEVE® OptiChol

To evaluate the effects of a nutraceutical containing Berberine-based Food Supplement, Artichoke Extract, Phytosterols, Fenugreek and SelectSIEVE® OptiChol on lipid profile

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.

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