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Luteolin is a phytonutrient found in artichokes. Research shows this compound may help to reduce cholesterol levels by inhibiting the maunufacture of cholesterol in the liver.

References

Kraft K. Artichoke leaf extract—recent findings reflecting effects on lipid metabolism, liver and gastrointestinal tracts. Phytomedicine. 1997;4:369–378.Gebhardt R Inhibition of cholesterol biosynthesis in primary cultured rat hepatocytes by artichoke (Cynara scolymus L.) extracts.J Pharmacol Exp Ther 1998 Sep;286(3):1122-8).

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