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Hypocholesterolemic mechanisms of action of probiotics. It has been observed that some probiotics could reduce cholesterol and ultimately atherosclerosis. Some of the major strains used as probiotics are indicated. The mechanisms are still speculative and could be associated with an increase (green arrows) or a decrease (red arrows) of the expression or activities.
