Consequently, it finds widespread use in the clinical treatment of conditions such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and immune diseases.[38,39] Studies have confirmed the efficacy of β-sitosterol in reducing mouse foot swelling and ear edema, as well as reducing the neutrophil count in peripheral blood.[40] Beta-sitosterol has been shown to lower plasma total cholesterol, oxidized low-density lipoprotein, and C-reactive protein. The gene discussed is CRP; the disease is diabetes mellitus.