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Red Yeast Rice

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  • No ingredients exceed tolerable upper intake levels
  • 100% of ingredients have research evidence
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What the Evidence Says

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Organic red yeast rice contains monacolin K, which research indicates can help lower LDL cholesterol levels. There is strong evidence supporting its efficacy in lipid management, though evidence coverage for this specific formulation is limited. The ingredient is generally well-tolerated when used as directed.

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Label Data

2 Capsule(s)
Serving Size
60
Servings
Non-Nutrient/Non-Botanical
Product Type
100%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

Market median: 1000.0mg (223 products) 11 studies (A:0, B:5)

Other Ingredients

organic Soy Gelatin plus one or more of the following excipients:
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Product Information

Warnings & Precautions

Do not use if freshness seals are damaged or missing.

Formulation Notes

Certified organic by

MADE WITH ORGANIC

Additional Information

600 MG EACH

Helps maintain healthy LDL cholesterol levels*

Produced and Bottled in the USA

QUALITY ASSURANCE INTERNATIONAL CERTIFIED ORGANIC

Metadata

Product Details

DSLD Entry Date2011-12-23
Product TypeNon-Nutrient/Non-Botanical
FormCapsule
BrandTraditional Supplements
DSLD ID2803
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

13
Research Sources
53
Avg Quality
5
Rct
5
Meta Analysis
2
Clinical Trial
1
Regulatory Source
B Impact of red yeast rice supplementation on lipid profile: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized-controlled trials
Meta Analysis Expert review of clinical pharmacology 2023 PubMed DOI
B Low Dose Monacolin K Combined with Coenzyme Q10, Grape Seed, and Olive Leaf Extracts Lowers LDL Cholesterol in Patients with Mild Dyslipidemia: A Multicenter, Randomized Controlled Trial
Rct Nutrients 2023 PubMed DOI
B Original Research: The Effects of Red Yeast Rice Supplementation on Cholesterol Levels in Adults
Meta Analysis The American journal of nursing 2017 PubMed DOI
B Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial to Test the Effects of a Nutraceutical Combination Monacolin K-Free on the Lipid and Inflammatory Profile of Subjects with Hypercholesterolemia
Rct Nutrients 2022 PubMed DOI
B Low dose red yeast rice with monacolin K lowers LDL cholesterol and blood pressure in Japanese with mild dyslipidemia: A multicenter, randomized trial
Rct Asia Pacific journal of clinical nutrition 2021 PubMed DOI
C Impact of Monacolin K-Containing Supplements on Lipid Profile: A Meta-Analysis of Randomised Controlled Trials
Meta Analysis Endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism 2026 PubMed DOI
C Traditional Chinese lipid-lowering agent red yeast rice results in significant LDL reduction but safety is uncertain - a systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Atherosclerosis 2015 PubMed DOI
C Effects of a nutraceutical combination containing berberine (BRB), policosanol, and red yeast rice (RYR), on lipid profile in hypercholesterolemic patients: A meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials
Meta Analysis Clinica e investigacion en arteriosclerosis : publicacion oficial de la Sociedad Espanola de Arteriosclerosis 2016 PubMed DOI
C Can red yeast rice and olive extract improve lipid profile and cardiovascular risk in metabolic syndrome?: A double blind, placebo controlled randomized trial
Rct BMC complementary and alternative medicine 2015 PubMed DOI
C No additional cholesterol-lowering effect observed in the combined treatment of red yeast rice and Lactobacillus casei in hyperlipidemic patients: A double-blind randomized controlled clinical trial
Rct Chinese journal of integrative medicine 2017 PubMed DOI
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