Method for producing water dispersible sterol formulations

摘要

A method for preparing beta -sitosterol, oryzanol, esters of both of these compounds and related compounds are disclosed which provides the sterol in a readily consumable form. The method includes the spray drying of the beta -sitosterol in a mixed micelle formulation. The product is provided in a convenient form that can be provided to food or drinks or incorporated into solid and suspension dosage forms.