Red yeast rice has hit the scene lately a lot of people are seeing the benefits of using such a supplement to help lower their cholesterol.  It should be noted that this is to be used as a supplement and not by itself.  It is a product come China that has been getting a lot of buzz in the US, but some people are asking if there are any serious side effects that go along with red yeast rice.

Well even if you are not familiar with this rice you may be familiar with the medicine called Cholestin which uses the rice as the main ingredient.  This drug has been shrowded in controversy and legal battles as the FDA and others try to determine if red yeast rice is a drug or just a supplement which needs no doctos approval before taking.  But as always, it is a good idea to check with your doctor before taking anything like this.

There was a recent study done with 62 people, half of which took the red yeast rice and the other took the placebo.  After 16 weeks it was found that those taking the supplement had lowered their cholesterol by 35mg and the others had lowered theirs as well, but only by 15mg.  This study seemed to show that it does work and no one reported any serious side effects to speak of.  This may not mean you will NOT have side effects, but at least you know it is natural and others have taken it without any trouble.

Now there are many different brands that sell the stuff and you are on your own as to which one you should take.  This herbal remedy from China has been used for years  but that does not always mean it is safe so only use as directed by your physician.  If he or she gives the ok and you experience a lower cholesterol because of it, feel free to leave a comment below and let us know.

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