Definition

A type of sterol, which is a substance similar to cholesterol, found in plants like soybeans and Calabar beans.

Example

Stigmasterol is often used in dietary supplements for its potential health benefits.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of stigmasterol?

Yeah, I read that it's found in soybeans and can be beneficial for health.

That's interesting! I wonder how much of it we actually consume in our diet.

Probably more than we think, especially if we eat a lot of soy products.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stigmasterol is derived from 'stigmaster' (from Greek 'stigma', meaning a mark or puncture, and 'master', a variant of 'sterol', which refers to a type of organic compound) and the suffix '-ol' (indicating an alcohol or hydroxyl group). The term refers to a specific type of sterol compound that is marked by its structure and properties, particularly found in plants.

Memory Tip

Think of 'stigma' as a mark and 'sterol' as a type of organic compound, which helps you remember that stigmasterol is a plant-derived sterol with a unique structure.

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