Abstract: This invention is related to the obtention of a new natural mixture composed of long chain fatty alcohols and long chain fatty acids. This mixture has a relative composition of long chain fatty alcohols and long chain fatty acids that is highly reproducible batch to batch and it is extracted from animal or vegetable wax. This mixture has specific therapeutic properties that support its use as an active component of dietary supplement formulations for reducing serum cholesterol levels (while not decreasing HDL-cholesterol levels) and therefore is effective treating Hypercholesterolemia and reducing the risk of coronary heart disease. This mixture also has been shown to improve male sexual activity. When used in conjunction with salicylic acid the mixture has other therapeutic effects such as inhibiting the atherosclerotic process, platelet hyperaggregability, inhibiting thrombosis and inhibiting inflammation.