Policosanol Health Benefits, Properties, and Uses

Policosanol is a dietary supplement made from the alcohols extracted from sugar cane. The alcohol substances extracted from sugar cane to make policosanol are waxy-type substances. Most policosanol supplements contain large amounts of the alcohol, octacosanol.^1,2,3

Policosanol Health Uses and Health Benefits

Policosanol’s primary health benefit is its ability to lower cholesterol. For this reason, policosanol is used as a dietary supplement to help improve cholesterol profile and manage or prevent heart disease. It’s also shown to be effective in managing blood triglyceride levels. Other studies have found that policosanol may also be effective in improving blood circulation, making it a potential natural remedy for muscle cramps and mobility issues.^1,2,3

References

1. https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/456944
2. https://www.livestrong.com/article/242716-what-are-the-health-benefits-of-policosanol/
3. https://www.uofmhealth.org/health-library/hn-3948009