Triglycerides and cholesterol in the bloodstream are important factors in
the development in the development of cardiovascular disease. The present
invention discloses a nutritional supplement comprising a sterol and an
omega-3 fatty acid, or an ester thereof, for lowering cholesterol and
triglyceride levels in the bloodstream of a subject. Preferably, the
sterol and omega-3 fatty acid are together in the form of an ester.