Erba Vita Fermented Red Rice 60cps

Fermented red rice can & ograve; constitute a natural alternative to statins in the therapy against high cholesterol. Let's see thus & rsquo; & egrave; and how to take it safely. What is it? fermented red rice Fermented red rice contains monacolin K, a substance with a chemical structure very similar to that of lovastatin, a drug belonging to the category of statins, the drugs of choice for the treatment of high cholesterol. Fermented red rice is nothing else; that common rice (Oryza sativa) fermented from various strains of Monascus purpureus, also called red yeast due to its color. During the activity fermenter, this yeast is enriched with monacolins, a group of substances known for their capacity; lipid-lowering. The mechanism according to which fermented red rice is able to reduce cholesterol levels in the blood is not; still completely clear. The activity lipid-lowering of this natural product seems, however, to be even greater than lovastatin, probably due to an activity; synergistic between the various constituents of fermented red rice. Fermented red rice products are classified as supplements and not drugs. Consequently, unlike synthetic statins, which always require a prescription, they can be purchased without presenting a prescription. Actually, for & ograve ;, & egrave; it is absolutely advisable that the therapy be followed by a doctor anyway. Natural products, in fact, are not without side effects; in addition, high cholesterol & egrave; an important cardiovascular risk factor and should not be underestimated. Fermented red rice-based supplements should never be taken together with statins, but only as an alternative to them, if the doctor deems it appropriate. The joint assumption, in fact, is very dangerous because & eacute; the side effects, in this case, add up, indeed they are strengthened. Attention! The supplements based on fermented red rice are not all the same and not all of them can boast equal effectiveness. Their ability to reduce blood cholesterol levels depends on the quantity; of monacolin K, which varies from product to product, an additional reason; not to rely on DIY, but on the advice of a doctor, also for choosing the right supplement. The supplements based on fermented red rice, so & igrave; like statins, they must be inserted in the context of an active lifestyle and adequate nutrition, two essential measures when there is a need; to lower blood cholesterol levels.