Description
Red Yeast Rice is a natural dietary supplement made by fermenting white rice with the yeast Monascus purpureus. It’s traditionally used in East Asian cuisine and herbal medicine. The supplement is widely taken to support cardiovascular health, especially helping to maintain already-healthy cholesterol levels by lowering LDL (“bad”) cholesterol. However, it contains monacolin K, a compound chemically similar to the prescription statin lovastatin, so it can have similar effects and side effects. Because supplement formulations vary and aren’t strictly regulated, results and safety depend on product quality. Always consult a healthcare provider before use.