sterol
[/ˈstɛrɔl/ or /ˈstɪrɔl/]
nounmasculinepl: sterols
esterol
1. A type of organic compound belonging to the lipid family, characterized by a four-ring carbon structure with a hydroxyl group, found in plants, animals, and fungi
Cholesterol is the most common sterol found in animal cells.
O colesterol é o esterol mais comum encontrado em células animais.
2. Any of various steroid alcohols that occur naturally in living organisms and are important for cell membrane structure
Plant sterols are known to help reduce cholesterol levels in humans.
Os esteróis vegetais são conhecidos por ajudar a reduzir os níveis de colesterol em humanos.
The term 'sterol' is primarily used in scientific, medical, and nutritional contexts in both English and Portuguese-speaking countries. It has gained prominence in popular health discourse, particularly in discussions about dietary supplements and cholesterol management. Phytosterols (plant sterols) have become common ingredients in functional foods marketed in Brazil, the USA, and Portugal as health-promoting additives.
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