Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 16 Researches
8.5
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 49 Reviews
7.8
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 2 Veg Capsules
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Total Carbohydrate
1 g
<1%*
Dietary Fiber
1 g
4%*
Total Sugars
<1 g
†
Apple Pectin Powder
1.4 g (1,400 mg)
†
Top Medical Research Studies
9.5
We explored the impact of amidated pectin on cholesterol levels in rats' diets high in cholesterol. The study showed that when administered at different doses, specifically 20 g/kg, 40 g/kg, and 60 g/kg, pectin reduced serum cholesterol significantly, with the highest dose showing the best results. Notably, the effects of the 20 g/kg dose lasted for three months, indicating its potential as a cholesterol-lowering option. However, higher doses led to increased enzyme levels, hinting at possible side effects. This suggests that amidated pectin could be a valuable addition to traditional cholesterol medications.
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9
Pectin shows promise for cholesterol management
We examined the impact of small-molecule pectin (SMP) derived from Premna ligustroides leaves on high cholesterol in mice. The study involved administering different doses of SMP and analyzing its effects on cholesterol levels, inflammation, and gut health.
Our results revealed that SMP helped lower total cholesterol, inflammatory markers, and oxidative stress, while encouraging healthy gut bacteria growth. This indicates that SMP could serve as a beneficial dietary option for managing high cholesterol and inflammation.
Our results revealed that SMP helped lower total cholesterol, inflammatory markers, and oxidative stress, while encouraging healthy gut bacteria growth. This indicates that SMP could serve as a beneficial dietary option for managing high cholesterol and inflammation.
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9
We examined the effects of pectin fermentation on cholesterol absorption and atherosclerosis in specially bred mice. The mice were divided into groups receiving a high-fat diet, with one group getting pectin added. Those that were given pectin showed lower cholesterol levels and less artery plaque compared to the others. Interestingly, this benefit did not extend when antibiotics were introduced.
Our findings highlight how butyrate, a product from pectin, could offer protective effects against high cholesterol and atherosclerosis.
Our findings highlight how butyrate, a product from pectin, could offer protective effects against high cholesterol and atherosclerosis.
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Most Useful Reviews
9
Supports liver health
37 people found this helpful
Apple pectin is fantastic! I take two capsules before meals with water. It helps detoxify and assists liver function, while simultaneously lowering cholesterol. There have been no side effects. If you take two capsules twice daily, it also promotes regular bowel movements!
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9
Promotes detoxification
28 people found this helpful
APPLE PECTIN - AN EXCELLENT PRODUCT! This soluble fibre does more than regulate digestion; it significantly reduces cholesterol levels, improving gut health. It binds fatty substances, facilitating detoxification, regulating sugars and cholesterol, ensuring enhanced gastrointestinal well-being.
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9
Supports cholesterol reduction
26 people found this helpful
I greatly appreciated this product! As a dietician, I recommend fibre to my clients. I consumed it before indulging during holidays, preventing weight gain. Pectin slows down absorption of sugars and fats, and significantly aids in lowering cholesterol levels in the blood, providing numerous health benefits.
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 16 Researches
8.5
- All Researches
9.5
We explored the impact of amidated pectin on cholesterol levels in rats' diets high in cholesterol. The study showed that when administered at different doses, specifically 20 g/kg, 40 g/kg, and 60 g/kg, pectin reduced serum cholesterol significantly, with the highest dose showing the best results. Notably, the effects of the 20 g/kg dose lasted for three months, indicating its potential as a cholesterol-lowering option. However, higher doses led to increased enzyme levels, hinting at possible side effects. This suggests that amidated pectin could be a valuable addition to traditional cholesterol medications.
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9
We investigated a new pectin-crosslinked β-cyclodextrin complex designed to lower cholesterol in beef tallow, a common ingredient in hotpot dishes. Adding just 3% of this complex led to an impressive 73.43% reduction in cholesterol levels.
Notably, the treatment did not significantly alter the fatty acid composition or color of the beef tallow, while flavor indicators actually improved. Importantly, the complex demonstrated high thermal stability and posed no toxicity, maintaining a 97.97% survival rate in toxicity tests.
These findings show that this innovative complex could be a valuable tool for reducing cholesterol in various animal fats.
Notably, the treatment did not significantly alter the fatty acid composition or color of the beef tallow, while flavor indicators actually improved. Importantly, the complex demonstrated high thermal stability and posed no toxicity, maintaining a 97.97% survival rate in toxicity tests.
These findings show that this innovative complex could be a valuable tool for reducing cholesterol in various animal fats.
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9
Pectin shows promise for cholesterol management
We examined the impact of small-molecule pectin (SMP) derived from Premna ligustroides leaves on high cholesterol in mice. The study involved administering different doses of SMP and analyzing its effects on cholesterol levels, inflammation, and gut health.
Our results revealed that SMP helped lower total cholesterol, inflammatory markers, and oxidative stress, while encouraging healthy gut bacteria growth. This indicates that SMP could serve as a beneficial dietary option for managing high cholesterol and inflammation.
Our results revealed that SMP helped lower total cholesterol, inflammatory markers, and oxidative stress, while encouraging healthy gut bacteria growth. This indicates that SMP could serve as a beneficial dietary option for managing high cholesterol and inflammation.
Read More
9
We examined the effects of pectin fermentation on cholesterol absorption and atherosclerosis in specially bred mice. The mice were divided into groups receiving a high-fat diet, with one group getting pectin added. Those that were given pectin showed lower cholesterol levels and less artery plaque compared to the others. Interestingly, this benefit did not extend when antibiotics were introduced.
Our findings highlight how butyrate, a product from pectin, could offer protective effects against high cholesterol and atherosclerosis.
Our findings highlight how butyrate, a product from pectin, could offer protective effects against high cholesterol and atherosclerosis.
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9
We examined the role of haw pectin penta-oligogalacturonide (HPPS) in managing cholesterol levels in mice on a high-cholesterol diet. The study found that HPPS significantly boosted bile acid excretion in the feces by about 110%.
Additionally, it lowered the absorption of bile acids in the ileum and reduced overall bile acid pool sizes. The mechanism seemed to involve the suppression of the farnesoid X receptor (FXR) and modifications in the bile acid metabolism pathways.
However, no major differences were noticed between HPPS and a conventional treatment. Overall, while promising, the effectiveness of HPPS in significantly reducing cholesterol remains unclear.
Additionally, it lowered the absorption of bile acids in the ileum and reduced overall bile acid pool sizes. The mechanism seemed to involve the suppression of the farnesoid X receptor (FXR) and modifications in the bile acid metabolism pathways.
However, no major differences were noticed between HPPS and a conventional treatment. Overall, while promising, the effectiveness of HPPS in significantly reducing cholesterol remains unclear.
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User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 49 Reviews
7.8
- All Reviews
- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
9
Supports liver health
37 people found this helpful
Apple pectin is fantastic! I take two capsules before meals with water. It helps detoxify and assists liver function, while simultaneously lowering cholesterol. There have been no side effects. If you take two capsules twice daily, it also promotes regular bowel movements!
Read More
9
Promotes detoxification
28 people found this helpful
APPLE PECTIN - AN EXCELLENT PRODUCT! This soluble fibre does more than regulate digestion; it significantly reduces cholesterol levels, improving gut health. It binds fatty substances, facilitating detoxification, regulating sugars and cholesterol, ensuring enhanced gastrointestinal well-being.
Read More
9
Supports cholesterol reduction
26 people found this helpful
I greatly appreciated this product! As a dietician, I recommend fibre to my clients. I consumed it before indulging during holidays, preventing weight gain. Pectin slows down absorption of sugars and fats, and significantly aids in lowering cholesterol levels in the blood, providing numerous health benefits.
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9
Cholesterol reduction
22 people found this helpful
I always took this in bulk packaging but had to find an alternative. The result is the same. Apple pectin is highly beneficial, and using it in my protocol has effectively lowered my cholesterol from 9.7 to 4.6 in three months! No statins needed, as they can be harmful. If you find this helpful, please indicate "yes".
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9
Lowers cholesterol noticeably
9 people found this helpful
Assist in lowering cholesterol. I heard from Dr. Gu Xiaopei in Hong Kong that apple pectin can aid in removing gallstones and sludge, clearing the bile ducts, thus allowing bile to be discharged smoothly and helping to lower cholesterol. After having two bottles, my LDL levels dropped significantly, so I continued using it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
9
Cholesterol reduction
22 people found this helpful
I always took this in bulk packaging but had to find an alternative. The result is the same. Apple pectin is highly beneficial, and using it in my protocol has effectively lowered my cholesterol from 9.7 to 4.6 in three months! No statins needed, as they can be harmful. If you find this helpful, please indicate "yes".
9
Helps lower cholesterol
5 people found this helpful
I bought this for my mother, who suffers from high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Apple pectin has proven effective in lowering these levels. After two months of use, her stomach issues improved, leading to reduced constipation and slight weight loss. I highly recommend it!
9
Supports cholesterol reduction
26 people found this helpful
I greatly appreciated this product! As a dietician, I recommend fibre to my clients. I consumed it before indulging during holidays, preventing weight gain. Pectin slows down absorption of sugars and fats, and significantly aids in lowering cholesterol levels in the blood, providing numerous health benefits.
9
Non-addictive weight loss
8 people found this helpful
Apple pectin works as a fibre and sorbent, aiding weight loss by reducing appetite through slowed digestion. It cleanses the intestines by removing toxins and lowers cholesterol without being addictive. I take 1-2 capsules 30-50 minutes before dinner, along with a glass of water, enabling it to work before I eat less.
7.5
Cholesterol management support
3 people found this helpful
Pectins are natural absorbents that remove toxins from the body while positively impacting metabolism without altering blood composition. They effectively reduce cholesterol, stimulate the gastrointestinal tract, and provide benefits for weight loss by creating a prolonged feeling of fullness.
9
Cholesterol improvement
1 people found this helpful
I learned that apple pectin effectively improves cholesterol levels. I ordered it for my husband, and combined with red yeast rice and krill oil, it significantly enhanced his cholesterol values.
9
Pectin shows promise for cholesterol management
We examined the impact of small-molecule pectin (SMP) derived from Premna ligustroides leaves on high cholesterol in mice. The study involved administering different doses of SMP and analyzing its effects on cholesterol levels, inflammation, and gut health.
Our results revealed that SMP helped lower total cholesterol, inflammatory markers, and oxidative stress, while encouraging healthy gut bacteria growth. This indicates that SMP could serve as a beneficial dietary option for managing high cholesterol and inflammation.
Our results revealed that SMP helped lower total cholesterol, inflammatory markers, and oxidative stress, while encouraging healthy gut bacteria growth. This indicates that SMP could serve as a beneficial dietary option for managing high cholesterol and inflammation.
8
We investigated how pectin penta-oligogalacturonide (HPPS) impacts cholesterol levels in mice with high cholesterol diets. The study revealed that HPPS significantly lowered total cholesterol levels in both blood and liver.
Moreover, it raised levels of beneficial HDL cholesterol. Although the total bile acids decreased overall, HPPS enhanced certain markers involved in cholesterol metabolism and promoted bile acid synthesis.
Ultimately, HPPS appears to help reduce cholesterol accumulation, supporting a healthier cholesterol balance.
Moreover, it raised levels of beneficial HDL cholesterol. Although the total bile acids decreased overall, HPPS enhanced certain markers involved in cholesterol metabolism and promoted bile acid synthesis.
Ultimately, HPPS appears to help reduce cholesterol accumulation, supporting a healthier cholesterol balance.
8
We examined the effects of different types of pectin on cholesterol levels in mildly hyper-cholesterolemic individuals through controlled cross-over studies. Participants consumed either 15 grams of pectin or cellulose daily for four weeks.
Our findings showed that the source and type of pectin significantly influenced cholesterol reduction, particularly in lowering LDL cholesterol. Citrus and apple pectins were notably effective, showing reductions of up to 10%. However, pectin did not affect inflammatory markers or total cholesterol levels.
These insights suggest that clearer labeling on pectin types might be beneficial for consumers seeking cholesterol management options.
Our findings showed that the source and type of pectin significantly influenced cholesterol reduction, particularly in lowering LDL cholesterol. Citrus and apple pectins were notably effective, showing reductions of up to 10%. However, pectin did not affect inflammatory markers or total cholesterol levels.
These insights suggest that clearer labeling on pectin types might be beneficial for consumers seeking cholesterol management options.
9.5
We explored the impact of amidated pectin on cholesterol levels in rats' diets high in cholesterol. The study showed that when administered at different doses, specifically 20 g/kg, 40 g/kg, and 60 g/kg, pectin reduced serum cholesterol significantly, with the highest dose showing the best results. Notably, the effects of the 20 g/kg dose lasted for three months, indicating its potential as a cholesterol-lowering option. However, higher doses led to increased enzyme levels, hinting at possible side effects. This suggests that amidated pectin could be a valuable addition to traditional cholesterol medications.
9
We examined the effects of pectin fermentation on cholesterol absorption and atherosclerosis in specially bred mice. The mice were divided into groups receiving a high-fat diet, with one group getting pectin added. Those that were given pectin showed lower cholesterol levels and less artery plaque compared to the others. Interestingly, this benefit did not extend when antibiotics were introduced.
Our findings highlight how butyrate, a product from pectin, could offer protective effects against high cholesterol and atherosclerosis.
Our findings highlight how butyrate, a product from pectin, could offer protective effects against high cholesterol and atherosclerosis.
References
- Wang Y, Wang K, Xiang X, Zhang S, Huang J, et al. A novel complex of pectin-crosslinked β-cyclodextrin: Effectively reducing cholesterol content in hotpot beef tallow. J Food Sci. 2025;90:e70056. doi:10.1111/1750-3841.70056
- Deng L, Zhong G, Yang H, Zhang B. Anti-hypercholesterolemic effects of small-molecule pectin from Premna ligustroides Hemsl leaves: Modulation of inflammatory markers and gut microbiota in mice. Int J Biol Macromol. 2025;301:140381. doi:10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2025.140381
- Massa M, Compari C, Fisicaro E. On the mechanism of the cholesterol lowering ability of soluble dietary fibers: Interaction of some bile salts with pectin, alginate, and chitosan studied by isothermal titration calorimetry. Front Nutr. 2022;9:968847. doi:10.3389/fnut.2022.968847
- Hu H, Zhang S, Liu F, Zhang P, Muhammad Z, et al. Role of the Gut Microbiota and Their Metabolites in Modulating the Cholesterol-Lowering Effects of Citrus Pectin Oligosaccharides in C57BL/6 Mice. J Agric Food Chem. 2019;67:11922. doi:10.1021/acs.jafc.9b03731
- Chen Y, Xu C, Huang R, Song J, Li D, et al. Butyrate from pectin fermentation inhibits intestinal cholesterol absorption and attenuates atherosclerosis in apolipoprotein E-deficient mice. J Nutr Biochem. 2018;56:175. doi:10.1016/j.jnutbio.2018.02.011
- Zhu RG, Sun YD, Hou YT, Fan JG, Chen G, et al. Pectin penta-oligogalacturonide reduces cholesterol accumulation by promoting bile acid biosynthesis and excretion in high-cholesterol-fed mice. Chem Biol Interact. 2017;272:153. doi:10.1016/j.cbi.2017.05.018
- Zhu R, Hou Y, Sun Y, Li T, Fan J, et al. Pectin Penta-Oligogalacturonide Suppresses Intestinal Bile Acids Absorption and Downregulates the FXR-FGF15 Axis in High-Cholesterol Fed Mice. Lipids. 2017;52:489. doi:10.1007/s11745-017-4258-x
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- Zhu RG, Sun YD, Li TP, Chen G, Peng X, et al. Comparative effects of hawthorn (Crataegus pinnatifida Bunge) pectin and pectin hydrolyzates on the cholesterol homeostasis of hamsters fed high-cholesterol diets. Chem Biol Interact. 2015;238:42. doi:10.1016/j.cbi.2015.06.006
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