Certified organic whole herb for healthy cholesterol levels Made by fermenting rice with this yeast. Traditionally used in China for centuries as a heart remedy. Also known as RYE. Studies at University College of Los Angeles have shown that it contains naturally occurring statins which help to reduce cholesterol by inhibiting the liver enzyme which manufactures cholesterol.
Main Constituents: In addition to rice starch, protein, fiber, sterols, and fatty acids, red yeast rice contains numerous active constituents, including monacolin K, dihydromonacolin, and monacolin I to VI.
Actions: Heart tonic, Lowers cholesterol
Indications:
To help prevent atheroma Lowering cholesterol
Directions for use, Contraindications: Keep out of reach of children. Consult a medical herbalist or doctor if symptoms persist. Do not exceed stated dose. Do not give to children under 12 without consulting a practitioner. Consult a practitioner if pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking pharmaceutical medication. Do not combine with cholesterol- or lipid-lowering pharmaceutical drugs. Avoid grapefruit juice and high doses of niacin. Avoid if pregnant, breastfeeding, with liver disease, serious infections, if you have had an organ transplant or recent major surgery
Dosage: 400mg capsules – Take 1 capsule 3 x daily
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