EXPLORING THE SCIENTIFIC BENEFITS OF PHYTESTEROL ENRICHED SOYA-BUTTER- A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW

Abstract

Phytosterol-enriched soy butter presents a novel culinary option suitable for diverse food preparations. This plant-derived butter originates from soybeans, which furnish imperative amino acids, unsaturated fats, including oleic and linoleic acids, isoflavones, phyto-sterols, lecithins, saponins, and an array of minerals, folic acid, and B vitamins. The soybean-derived butter incorporates phytosterols extracted from vegetable oil. These compounds exhibit a structure akin to cholesterol, yet they function to lower blood cholesterol levels through competitive inhibition. This fortified soy butter holds potential advantages for individuals grappling with metabolic disorders such as cholesterolemia, juvenile diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and chronic ailments like osteoporosis, cancer, menopausal syndrome, and anemia. Consequently, this product stands to offer superior health benefits compared to alternative offerings in the market