Saponins
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Saponins are cholesterol-lowering compounds naturally found in several plants, but are especially rich in alfalfa, soybeans, chickpeas and the yucca plant. Saponins are also found in herbs such as garlic, fenugreek, gingseng, red clover and guarana.
Saponins interfere with cholesterol absorption and latch onto cholesterol as they pass it in the intestinal tract.
Warning: People who are allergic to bees and honey, and those who have asthma, can face real dangers if they take royal jelly.
This is truly a plant compound right now and does not technically belong under the vitamin category, but the hope for this compound is high and well worth being aware of. Studies are in the works here in America.
In Europe, studies have shown significant reductions in all the cholesterol clogging fats as well as increase the good HDL's.
Saponins are considered safe and small amounts are already in our soda beverages for that familiar fizz. The two most common sources for saponin supplements are the alfalfa and yucca plants.
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