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Healthy heart hints Use 25 grams of Flora pro-activ spread every day Enjoy plenty of vegetables, fruits, nuts and wholegrain cereals and breads Try to eat at least two fish meals each week

REAL PEOPLE REAL RESULTS Frank Lourigan, Brisbane Aust. "I was amazed with the results I achieved by simply using Flora pro-activ."

Judy Rose, Sydney Aust. “All I’ve done that’s different is use the pro-activ and I’m thrilled with the results”.

Tony Barr, Auckland New Zealand. “I am really happy with the results. I have been trying to manage my cholesterol for years”.

CHOLESTEROL Take charge of your

HEART HEALTH Today

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Use vegetables oils for cooking

Flora pro-activ should be used as part of a healthy balanced diet which is low in saturated fat and high in fruit and vegetables.

Healthy heart hints Use 25 grams of Flora pro-activ spread every day Enjoy plenty of vegetables, fruits, nuts and wholegrain cereals and breads Try to eat at least two fish meals each week

Plant sterol spreads are enriched with natural plant sterols which reduce cholesterol absorption.Plant sterols are found naturally in small amounts in plant foods including vegetable oils, margarines, nuts, seeds, legumes, vegetables and fruits. At the levels found in Flora pro-activ, plant sterols partially block the absorption of cholesterol from the intestine reducing the amount that reaches the bloodstream. Many studies using plant sterol enriched spreads conducted in Australia, New Zealand, Europe and the United States show plant sterol spreads lower 'bad' LDL cholesterol by an average of 10% in 3 weeks. There is no effect on the 'good' HDL cholesterol. For more information about plant sterols visit the Heart Foundation’s website at www.heartfoundation.com.au

Cholesterol is a natural substance that we all have floating around in our bodies. Every single cell in the body needs and contains cholesterol. Although a low level of cholesterol in the blood is natural and healthy, a high level can cause problems. When the level of cholesterol in the blood is high, the cholesterol can ‘stick to’ the insides of the blood vessels. Thus, the risk of cholesterol clogging up the coronary arteries is increased which could lead to heart attack or stroke. Lowering the blood cholesterol levels by diet or medication reduces the risk.

HOW IT WORKS

Most people find it difficult to make dietary changes to manage cholesterol but now there is a simple and effective dietary solution.

Flora pro-activ spread is enriched with plant sterols, substances that actively block the absorption of cholesterol from the intestine. It’s proven, effective and natural. Flora pro-activ is a simple and easy means to help you manage your cholesterol with diet.

Lower cholesterol intake e.g. eggs and offal meats For further information call free on 1 800 628 400 (Aust) 0 800 835 672 (NZ) or visit www.florapro-activ.com.au www.florapro-activ.co.nz

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Actively Reduces Cholesterol Absorption

REAL PEOPLE REAL RESULTS Frank Lourigan, Brisbane Aust. "I was amazed with the results I achieved by simply using Flora pro-activ."

Judy Rose, Sydney Aust. “All I’ve done that’s different is use the pro-activ and I’m thrilled with the results”.

Tony Barr, Auckland New Zealand. “I am really happy with the results. I have been trying to manage my cholesterol for years”.

Incorporate Flora pro-activ plant sterol spread into your diet.

CHOLESTEROL Take charge of your

HEART HEALTH Today

Use vegetables oils for cooking

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Incorporate Flora pro-activ plant sterol spread into your diet.

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Plant sterols block the absorption of the body's own cholesterol which is made in the liver and emptied in the intestine plus any cholesterol consumed in food.

cholesterol is absorbed from the gut into the bloodstream

MORE cholesterol passes out of the body

LDL CHOLESTEROL

Scientific studies consistently show: Total and ‘bad’ LDL cholesterol are lowered The ‘good’ HDL cholesterol is unchanged It takes about 3 weeks. References Law M. BMJ 2000;320:861-4. Noakes M et al. Am J Clin Nutr 2002;75:79-86. Cleghorn CL et al. Eur J Clin Nutr 2003;57:170-6.

How much Flora pro-activ spread do I need to use? Research shows that about 25 grams of Flora pro-activ spread should be used each day to gain the maximum benefit. You might use this amount on four slices of bread. Flora pro-activ regular may also be used in cooking and baking your favourite healthy foods. Because of its reducedfat content, Flora pro-activ is not suitable for frying.

Scientifically proven Many scientific studies of the effects of plant sterol spreads on cholesterol have now been conducted (1), including studies at CSIRO in Adelaide (2) and the University of Otago in Dunedin (3) using Flora pro-activ.

Replacing normal margarine with plant sterol spread - 10% fall in LDL cholesterol in 3 weeks

HOW IT WORKS

Most people find it difficult to make dietary changes to manage cholesterol but now there is a simple and effective dietary solution.

Lower cholesterol intake e.g. eggs and offal meats For further information call free on 1 800 628 400 (Aust) 0 800 835 672 (NZ) or visit www.florapro-activ.com.au www.florapro-activ.co.nz

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How can diet changes affect cholesterol?

Increase polyunsaturated fat intake e.g. margarine, nuts and vegetable oils

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About half of the cholesterol passes out of the body

Plant sterol spreads are enriched with natural plant sterols which reduce cholesterol absorption.Plant sterols are found naturally in small amounts in plant foods including vegetable oils, margarines, nuts, seeds, legumes, vegetables and fruits. At the levels found in Flora pro-activ, plant sterols partially block the absorption of cholesterol from the intestine reducing the amount that reaches the bloodstream. Many studies using plant sterol enriched spreads conducted in Australia, New Zealand, Europe and the United States show plant sterol spreads lower 'bad' LDL cholesterol by an average of 10% in 3 weeks. There is no effect on the 'good' HDL cholesterol. For more information about plant sterols visit the Heart Foundation’s website at www.heartfoundation.com.au

Lower saturated fat intake e.g. dairy fat, meat fat, commercial cakes and biscuits

For more information on diet: www.heartfoundation.com.au

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About half of the cholesterol is absorbed from the gut into the bloodstream

Without Flora pro-activ

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Cholesterol enters the gut from food and bile

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About half of the cholesterol is absorbed from the gut into the bloodstream

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About half of the cholesterol passes out of the body

4 easy steps to help manage your cholesterol through diet:

Choose lean meats and low-fat dairy foods

Many scientific studies of the effects of plant sterol spreads on cholesterol have now been conducted (1), including studies at CSIRO in Adelaide (2) and the University of Otago in Dunedin (3) using Flora pro-activ.

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What are plant sterol spreads?

Flora pro-activ spread is enriched with plant sterols, substances that actively block the absorption of cholesterol from the intestine. It’s proven, effective and natural. Flora pro-activ is a simple and easy means to help you manage your cholesterol with diet.

Scientifically proven

Cholesterol enters the gut from food and bile

Cholesterol and heart health

When the level of cholesterol in the blood is high, the cholesterol can ‘stick to’ the insides of the blood vessels. Thus, the risk of cholesterol clogging up the coronary arteries is increased which could lead to heart attack or stroke. Lowering the blood cholesterol levels by diet or medication reduces the risk.

Research shows that about 25 grams of Flora pro-activ spread should be used each day to gain the maximum benefit. You might use this amount on four slices of bread. Flora pro-activ regular may also be used in cooking and baking your favourite healthy foods. Because of its reducedfat content, Flora pro-activ is not suitable for frying.

Without Flora pro-activ

High cholesterol is one risk factor for heart disease. Cholesterol is a natural substance that we all have floating around in our bodies. Every single cell in the body needs and contains cholesterol. Although a low level of cholesterol in the blood is natural and healthy, a high level can cause problems.

How much Flora pro-activ spread do I need to use?

Replacing normal margarine with plant sterol spread - 10% fall in LDL cholesterol in 3 weeks

How can diet changes affect cholesterol?

Increase polyunsaturated fat intake e.g. margarine, nuts and vegetable oils

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Please remember, if you are already on cholesterol lowering medication you should continue to take it while using Flora pro-activ. Since young children and pregnant and lactating women have special dietary requirements, it may not be suitable for this group to actively manage their cholesterol. In this instance please consult your doctor.

High cholesterol is one risk factor for heart disease.

Lower saturated fat intake e.g. dairy fat, meat fat, commercial cakes and biscuits

For more information on diet: www.heartfoundation.com.au

Part of your healthy diet You may be already eating a healthy diet that is low in saturated fat to manage your cholesterol. Flora pro-activ is not a substitute for a healthy diet - it actually provides an additional benefit. Use a healthy diet and Flora pro-activ spread together for maximum effect.

What are plant sterol spreads?

4 easy steps to help manage your cholesterol through diet:

Choose lean meats and low-fat dairy foods

Please remember, if you are already on cholesterol lowering medication you should continue to take it while using Flora pro-activ. Since young children and pregnant and lactating women have special dietary requirements, it may not be suitable for this group to actively manage their cholesterol. In this instance please consult your doctor.

Cholesterol and heart health

% cholesterol lowering

Flora pro-activ should be used as part of a healthy balanced diet which is low in saturated fat and high in fruit and vegetables.

™

Actively Reduces Cholesterol Absorption

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With Flora pro-activ 2

Plant sterols block the absorption of the body's own cholesterol which is made in the liver and emptied in the intestine plus any cholesterol consumed in food.

LESS cholesterol is absorbed from the gut into the bloodstream

MORE cholesterol passes out of the body

% cholesterol lowering

Part of your healthy diet You may be already eating a healthy diet that is low in saturated fat to manage your cholesterol. Flora pro-activ is not a substitute for a healthy diet - it actually provides an additional benefit. Use a healthy diet and Flora pro-activ spread together for maximum effect.

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Scientific studies consistently show: Total and ‘bad’ LDL cholesterol are lowered The ‘good’ HDL cholesterol is unchanged It takes about 3 weeks. References Law M. BMJ 2000;320:861-4. Noakes M et al. Am J Clin Nutr 2002;75:79-86. Cleghorn CL et al. Eur J Clin Nutr 2003;57:170-6.