What Is Alpha Sitosterol? A Scientific Exploration
                                
                                
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                                In a recent 2024 study, researchers successfully isolated alpha sitosterol from the soil bacterium *Streptomyces misakiensis*, revealing its potential as a novel antiviral agent. This discovery provides a key distinction from its better-known cousin, beta-sitosterol, which is sourced from plants.