Benecol Buttery Taste Spread

Benecol is a globally recognised brand known for its range of food products containing plant stanols, which are clinically proven to reduce LDL cholesterol. The brand originated in Finland in the early 1990s, following the discovery by Ingmar Wester that plant stanol ester could be integrated into food to lower cholesterol levels.

The brand is owned and managed by the Raisio Group, a Finnish company that pioneered the functional food category. While the brand started with margarines and spreads, it has since expanded into yogurts, drinks, and snacks. Manufacturing occurs in various locations including Finland and other European countries, often through licensing or subsidiary arrangements to meet local market demands across the UK, Ireland, and beyond. In the UK, the brand is a staple in the dairy and spread aisle, marketed for its heart health benefits.