What does red yeast rice powder do

When talking about Red Yeast Rice Powder, people usually refer to a product obtained by fermenting rice with Monascus purpureus. Monascus purpureus is a fungus that ferments rice to make the rice become red. Red yeast rice powder has attracted attention for its cholesterol-regulating and other health benefits.

 

 

Red yeast rice powder is thought to have some effect on cholesterol levels, primarily through the presence of a class of substances called HMG-CoA reductase Inhibitors. These compounds may help reduce cholesterol synthesis in the body. One of the main active ingredients is a substance called Monacolin K, which has a similar structure and effects to the drug Lovastatin, a common cholesterol-lowering drug.Red yeast rice powder is naturally fermented and safer than drug Lovastatin.

 

Red yeast rice powder can inhibit cholesterol synthesis and increases levels of HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol) while lowering levels of LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol). In addition to cholesterol regulation, red yeast rice powder is also believed to be beneficial to blood sugar and immune system, but research in these areas is still ongoing and no final conclusions have been reached.

 

Red yeast rice powder is not suitable for simultaneous use with statin drugs, you should consult your doctor before considering using red yeast rice powder, especially if you are already taking other cholesterol-lowering medications. Proper dosing and monitoring are key to ensuring safe use.

 

Overall, red yeast rice powder have some cholesterol-regulating effects, but its use requires careful consideration, especially when combined with other medications or health concerns.