All Natural Cholesterol ControlRed Rice Yeast is an all-natural whole food powder made from dried fermented rice, with a remarkable ability to lower LDL-cholesterol levels with minimal side effects. But the most important feature of dietary red yeast rice, from the point of view of the present discussion, is the ability of some varieties to decrease elevated serum triglycerides, i.e., fats, as well as LDL (“bad”) cholesterol while leaving unaffected or even increasing HDL (“good”) cholesterol 1, 2, 3, 10.
Red yeast rice is the product of yeast ( Monascus purpureus ) grown on rice, and is served as a dietary staple in some Asian countries. It contains several compounds collectively known as monacolins, substances known to inhibit cholesterol synthesis. The use of red yeast rice in China was first documented in the Tang Dynasty in 800 A.D. A detailed description of its manufacture is found in the ancient Chinese pharmacopoeia, Ben Cao Gang Mu-Dan Shi Bu Yi, published during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). In this text, red yeast rice is proposed to be a mild aid for gastric problems (indigestion, diarrhea), blood circulation, and spleen and stomach health. Red yeast rice in a dried, powdered form is called Zhi Tai.
*Caution: If you are taking cholesterol-lowering medication, consult your physician before using this product.
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