Cho-Less-Trol is for those whose diets tend to include a high fat intake. This in turn may result in higher levels of LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol or total cholesterol in their bodies. 

There are two main types of cholesterol - HDL (high-density lipoprotein) and LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol.  High blood cholesterol is undesirable for the body.  Cho-Less-Trol has been shown to be effective in improving the total cholesterol to HDL cholesterol ratio.  This ratio is a useful predictor of heart disease risk.  A higher ratio indicates an increased risk of heart disease and a low ratio indicates a lower risk.  Thus by taking Cho-Less-Trol, the risks of developing unhealthy cholesterol levels may be reduced.

Chitosan and chitosan oligosaccharides are the main constituents of Cho-Less-Trol.  Chitosan has hypocholesterolemic activity and may be beneficial in renal disease due to its bile acid sequestration activity.  It inhibits LDL cholesterol and boosts HDL cholesterol.  Hence, chitosan may be helpful in the prevention of atherosclerosis, wound healing, diabetes, and liver disease.

Chitosan oligosaccharides derived from chitosan have also exhibited many health benefits.  They are not only advantageous to the increment of friendly bifidobacteria and lactobacillus in the intestine, but may also suppress the growth of toxic fungus and putridity.  Chitosan oligosaccharides can activate the achroacyte in the human body and may control the generation and expansion of cancer cells.  Moreover, they are thought to have a possible anti-diabetic effect as well as the ability to prevent diabetic alterations of heart tissues.

LDL cholesterol is called the "bad" cholesterol because elevated levels of LDL cholesterol are associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease. LDL cholesterol deposits on the artery walls, causing the formation of a hard, thick substance called cholesterol plaque.  Over time, this cholesterol plaque causes a thickening of the artery walls and narrowing of the arteries, a process called atherosclerosis.

HDL cholesterol is called "good” cholesterol because HDL cholesterol particles prevent atherosclerosis by extracting cholesterol from the artery walls and disposing of them through the liver.  High levels of LDL cholesterol and low levels of HDL cholesterol (high LDL (low-density lipoprotein)/HDL ratios) are risk factors for atherosclerosis, while low levels of LDL cholesterol and high level of HDL cholesterol (low LDL/HDL ratios) are desirable.

Total cholesterol is the sum of LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol, HDL (high-density lipoprotein) cholesterol, VLDL (very low density) cholesterol, and IDL (intermediate density) cholesterol.

Cho-Less-Trol is safe for child consumption.  It is especially useful for those who are overweight and obese in helping to maintain a balanced ratio of total cholesterol to HDL (high-density lipoprotein) cholesterol.

Cho-Less-Trol is a combination of the natural sources of chitosan and chitosan oligosaccharide derived from the exoskeletons of crustaceans (shrimp, crab and shellfish).  It is not suitable for vegetarians.

Yes, Cho-Less-Trol does not contain any added chemicals, preservatives, binders, flavors, salts or sugars.

Since chitosan and chitosan oligosaccharides are both derived from the exoskeletons of crustaceans, those with shellfish allergies should use with caution.  Pregnant women and nursing mothers should avoid its use.  Gastrointestinal side effects, such as nausea and diarrhea have occasionally been reported.

Those taking Cho-Less-Trol should take fish oil supplements (eg. Brain & Heart, Smart DHA) at a different time of day.  This is so that the lipid-binding effect of Cho-Less-Trol would not affect the fish oil absorption.

Chitosan's effectiveness as an aid to weight loss may be greatly boosted with the intake of vitamin C.  Vitamin C is believed to enhance the binding of lipids.  It is recommended that those taking chitosan supplements on a regular basis should also take a multi-vitamin and mineral supplement.  However, this supplement should be taken at a different time to chitosan supplements (e.g. after meals).  Generally, chitosan supplements should not be taken within two hours of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K, carotenoids (e.g. lycopene, lutein), flavonoids (e.g. genistein, quercetin, ipriflavone) or prescription medication intake.