Can You Take Plant Sterol Esters and Vitamin A Together?

May affect absorption

The short answer

Plant Sterol Esters reduce intestinal lipid absorption including carotenoids and fat-soluble vitamins. Vitamin A absorption may be reduced when taken alongside plant sterol supplements.

How to arrange timing

Separate Plant Sterol Esters and Vitamin A supplements by at least 2 hours.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Richelle M et al., Lipids, 2004; Plant sterol esters and fat-soluble nutrient absorption

Important context

Whether supplements suit you together also depends on dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.