Iron supplements or foods that are very rich in iron can also cause green bowel movements, as well as some medications such as laxatives and antibiotics. One of the physical causes of green bowel movements is a condition called ârapid transitâ. When food is digested properly, it goes through the small intestine first.
Skip to the navigation. Beta-sitosterol is one of many sterols that come from plants (phytosterols) and have a structure like the cholesterol produced in the body. You can find phytosterols in many plants and thus in foods such as rice bran, wheat germ, corn oils, soybeans, and peanuts.
In clinical studies, beta-sitosterol has been shown to improve urinary symptoms and flow. It has been suggested that beta-sitosterol may be useful for men with mild to moderate BPH, particularly those who would like to avoid the adverse effects of prescription medication.