Octacosanol - Maximum Strength

One of the primary active nutrients behind the longstanding use of wheat germ oil supplements, octacosanol is a compound found in several types of plants that influences enzymatic actions, cellular metabolism and more. Swanson Maximum Strength Octacosanol is a formulation of pure octacosanol for those who want to maximize their nutritional support.

When combined with diet and exercise, research indicates that policosancol—from which our octacosanol is derived—supports healthier lipid profiles.1 As such, it has traditionally been used in support of cardiovascular health and has been scientifically studied for its influence on cholesterol, helping to maintain healthy LDL and HDL levels and support lipid metabolism—the processes by which your body digests, stores, and burns fats.

This has led to interest in the potential for octacosanol to boost energy. One way your body uses fats is as an energy supply as the mitochondria burn fat to produce ATP, the main source of cellular energy. This may benefit athletic performance by providing for greater stamina and post-exercise recovery.2 Octacosanol may also help activate AMPk, a metabolic “switch” that tells your cells to make more energy.

If you’re looking for plant-based support for a healthy heart and help maintaining your active lifestyle, give octacosanol a try! Swanson Maximum Strength Octacosanol delivers a potent 20 mg in each single-capsule serving, the most commonly used dosage in research studies.3 

Sources: 1) Lee, S., Scott, S. D., Pekas, E. J., Lee, J., & Park, S. (2019). Improvement of Lipids and Reduction of Oxidative Stress With Octacosanol After Taekwondo Training. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance. 14(9), 1297-1303. Retrieved May 29, 2026. doi: 10.1123/ijspp.2018-0704. Read source. 2) Yaping Z, Fuliang C, Feijun L, Qinlu L. Octacosanol and health benefits: Biological functions and mechanisms of action. Food Bioscience. Volume 47, 2022, 101632, ISSN 2212-4292, doi: 10.1016/j.fbio.2022.101632. Read source. 3) Ciric MZ, et al. Supplementation with Octacosanol Affects the Level of PCSK9 and Restore Its Physiologic Relation with LDL-C in Patients on Chronic Statin Therapy. Nutrients. 2021 Mar 10;13(3):903. doi: 10.3390/nu13030903. Read source.