Red Yeast Rice contains naturally occurring compounds, like phytosterols and isoflavones, produced on fermented rice to help maintain healthy lipid particle size and number.*
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Red Yeast Rice contains naturally occurring compounds, including phytosterols, isoflavones, and monacolins, which contribute to its beneficial effects on lipid metabolism.
The active monacolins in Red Yeast Rice, particularly monacolin K, inhibit HMG-CoA reductase, an enzyme crucial in cholesterol synthesis, thereby supporting healthy cholesterol levels already within the normal range.
Thorne's Red Yeast Rice provides a concentrated 900 mg dose of Monascus purpureus per capsule, offering a convenient way to supplement dietary and lifestyle modifications for cardiovascular wellness.
The fermentation process used to produce Thorne's Red Yeast Rice is carefully controlled to minimize the presence of citrinin, a mycotoxin, ensuring product safety and quality.
Supports healthy cholesterol levels already within normal range*
Helps maintain healthy lipid particle size and number*
Promotes overall cardiovascular health and wellness*
Provides naturally occurring phytosterols and isoflavones*
Supports healthy blood flow*
Red Yeast Rice (Monascus purpureus), Hypromellose (derived from cellulose) capsule, Leucine. Contains an ingredient derived from soy (rice).
Take as recommended by your health-care practitioner.
Meta-analysis of Red Yeast Rice on Lipid Levels
Meta-analyses have shown that red yeast rice supplementation can significantly reduce LDL cholesterol and total cholesterol levels in individuals with hyperlipidemia.
Monacolin K and HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibition
Research indicates that monacolin K, a key component of red yeast rice, functions similarly to statin medications by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase, a critical enzyme in cholesterol synthesis.