When it comes to keeping our cholesterol in check, many of us look for natural options that are affordable, accessible and still surprisingly effective. And one remedy that’s gaining traction is red ...

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Medically reviewed by Patricia Mikula, PharmD Key Takeaways Plant sterols and stanols can block some cholesterol from being absorbed. Red yeast rice can reduce LDL cholesterol by 15% to 25%. Omega-3 ...

Not everyone knows that rice is a whole world that extends far beyond the white or brown on offer at your Chinese local. But there’s one particularly healthy variety that has managed to largely fly ...

WASHINGTON, Oct 25 (Reuters) - Red yeast rice supplements, sold as a "natural" alternative to cholesterol-lowering statin drugs, vary widely in how much active ingredient they contain and some are ...

A regimen of supplements and lifestyle coaching is just as effective as statin medication for reducing levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) or "bad" cholesterol, and more effective in helping ...

Author describes efficacy and safety information on red yeast rice in the treatment of dyslipidemia. Red yeast rice is a traditional Chinese culinary and medicinal herbal ingredient. The use of red ...

Elevated cholesterol levels can heighten the risk of heart attacks or strokes. It's crucial to monitor your cholesterol and maintain regular check-ups with your GP. While numerous medications are ...