植物甾醇是一种天然活性物质,有重要的应用价值。该文概述了植物甾醇的生理功能,其中对降低胆固醇这一生理功能的机制进行了论述,本文还概括了近年来我国对植物甾醇在食品方面的应用情况。 Phytosterol is a natural active substance, which has important application value. This paper summarizes the physiological functions of phytosterols, and discusses the mechanism of lowering cholesterol. This article also summarizes the application of phytosterols in food in China in recent years.