Yes, it's true that red yeast rice may contain properties similar to many cholesterol-lowering statin drugs and may indeed be useful in helping you maintain a strong heart. Early red yeast rice literature predates the ninth century, when it apparently was used as a preservative and a flavoring for food and wine.
Many have turned to red yeast rice supplements as a natural alternative to statin drugs, as oftentimes the impact of natural compounds is more conducive to long-term good health than their chemically synthesized counterparts. Red yeast rice supplements work to suppress the production of cholesterol in the liver and in doing so, stimulate blood circulation and help to balance triglycerides.
The use of red yeast rice to lower cholesterol remains controversial. Although supplements such as NSI Red Yeast Rice and Doctor's Best Best Red Yeast Rice with CoQ10 have been rated high by consumers, most nutritionists suggest consulting a physician before including a red yeast rice supplement in the diet.
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