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Is Beta-sitosterol An Estrogen Inducing Steroid?

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Posted on Wed, 16 Aug 2017
Question: Does Beta Sitosterol act as an estrogen? When I take Antiva tablets I find that my libido tanks seriously. I feel like I cannot continue using Antiva for that reason.
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Answered by Dr. salah saad shoman (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Side effect of beta sitosterol

Detailed Answer:
Dear sir, I have gone through your question and I understand your concerns but unfourtanetly beta sitosterol has been linked to erectile dysfunction and loss of interest in sex. however , beta sitosterol does not act like estrogen , it is a plant from of cholesterol that acts to decrease inflammation. The decreased lipids is a side effect. I hope I answered your question
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Is Beta-sitosterol An Estrogen Inducing Steroid?

Brief Answer: Side effect of beta sitosterol Detailed Answer: Dear sir, I have gone through your question and I understand your concerns but unfourtanetly beta sitosterol has been linked to erectile dysfunction and loss of interest in sex. however , beta sitosterol does not act like estrogen , it is a plant from of cholesterol that acts to decrease inflammation. The decreased lipids is a side effect. I hope I answered your question