NutraStat vs. Major Psyllium Brands

	NutraStat	Major Psyllium Brands
Active Ingredient	Beta-Glucan Fibre	Psyllium Husk
Source	Barley	Plantago ovata
Extraction Method	Natural air extraction	Water extraction using chemicals
Natural?	Yes	No
Amount required to lower cholesterol	3g per day*	7g per day
Associated Risks	None	Esophageal obstruction, bezoars, adenomas, allergic reaction
Additives	None	Artifical colours, sweeteners, and flavours
Blood Sugar Control	4g per day	No
100% Canadian Made	Yes	No

*one serving of NutraStat provides the required 3g of beta-glucan to naturally lower cholesterol

NutraStat vs. Psyllium Brand Capsules

NutraStat is significantly more cost-effective than Psyllium Brand capsules for both regularity and cholesterol management. Additionally, NutraStat’s recommended daily intake is simpler and more convenient (just 3 tbsp/day), compared to taking 15–20 capsules/day.

NutraStat

• Price: $22.95/container
• Dosage: 3 tbsp/day (13.2 g)
• Duration per container: 14 days
• Cost per day: $1.63

Psyllium Brand Capsules (160 capsules/container)

• Price: $22.95/container
• Dosage for regularity: 15 capsules/day (5 capsules, 3 times daily)
  • Duration per container: approximately 10.6 days
  • Cost per day: approximately $2.16
• Dosage for cholesterol lowering: 20 capsules/day (5 capsules, 4 times daily)
  • Duration per container: 8 days
  • Cost per day: approximately $2.86

Summary of Cost per Day:

• NutraStat: $1.63/day
• Psyllium Brand Capsules (Regularity): $2.16/day
• Psyllium Brand Capsules (Cholesterol lowering): $2.86/day