Red Yeast Rice is a unique natural product native to China that's been used
in Asian traditional medical systems since approximately 800 A.D. Produced by
fermenting red yeast (Monascus purpureus) with white rice, Red Yeast
Rice is commonly used in cooking applications to enhance the color and flavor of
foods. Peking Duck is an example of the coloration and flavor imparted by Red
Yeast Rice. NOW Red Yeast Rice Extract is carefully produced to avoid the
presence of citrinin, a sometimes toxic by-product of the fermentation process.
this product is amazing. I've recommended it to many after it being recommended by my Dr. It lowered my cholesterol from 263 to 199 in one month with no other changes made to my diet.