Policosanol by Olympian Labs

Policosanol by Olympian Labs is a combination of long-chain fatty alcohols (no biological similarity to ethanol) that are extracted from sugar cane wax. Octacosanol is the most important of these alcohols, followed by seven other prominent high aliphatic alcohols. This unique extract was originally studied in Cuba as a cholesterol-lowering agent and is an approved treatment for high cholesterol in almost two-dozen countries.

One of Policosanol’s actions is to reduce the abundance of cells in the arteries by inhibiting the oxidation of LDL ("bad" cholesterol). Oxidized LDL is dangerous. It promotes the destruction of blood vessels by creating a chronic inflammatory response. Oxidized LDL can also provoke metalloproteinase enzymes. These enzymes promote blood vessel destruction by interfering with HDL’s protective effect. Healthy arteries are lined with a smooth layer of cells that permit the blood to pass with no resistance. Unhealthy arteries become overwhelmed with cells, causing the blood passage to narrow and eventually be blocked which can lead to heart attack.

Supplement Facts
Serving Size: Two Capsules

Amount Per Serving %DV

Policosanol: 10mg*

(Sugar Cane Wax - Saccharum officinarum)

Tetracosanol: 1-10%

Hexacosanol: 3-15%

Heptacosanol: 0-0.5%

Octacosanol: 55-70%

Nonacosanol: 0-10%

Triacontanol: 10-20%

Dotriacontanol: 3-10%

Tetratriacontanol: 2-10%

Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
*Daily Value (DV) not established.

Other Ingredients:
Microcrystalline Cellulose (Plant Fiber), Rice Flour, Magnesium Stearate, and Silica

Vegan
Wheat-Free
Yeast-Free
Organic
Gluten-Free