AOR Red Yeast Rice

Red Yeast Rice (RYR) has been used in food and traditional medicine for thousands of years in China for cardiovascular support. An extract from RYR has been fermented with the yeast Monascus purpureus, which creates compounds that have health benefits.

Unlike many other red yeast rice supplements on the market, AOR’s Red Yeast Rice with Ankascin 568-R is subjected to a patented extraction process that removes citrinin, a mould and toxic by-product that can form during the fermentation process.

In Canada, red yeast rice products must ensure they are free of monacolin K, a compound that is associated with side effects similar to statin drugs. These side effects can include myopathy, muscle pain and weakness, and rhabdomyolysis, a condition in which muscle fibres break down, releasing harmful substances into the bloodstream which can affect the liver and kidneys.

AOR Advantage
AOR’s Red Yeast Rice does not contain any monacolin K or citrinin. Additionally, AOR has standardized the amount of biologically active antioxidant pigments monascin and ankaflavin.

Serving Size One Capsule

Red Yeast Rice extract (1.0 % Ankaflavin; 3.0% Monascin)110 mg
Non-medicinal Ingredients*: Microcrystalline cellulose, corn starch. Capsule: Hypromellose, sodium copper chlorophyllin.

*NMIs are subject to change. Always read and follow the label for accurate ingredient and allergen information.

Adult Dosage
Adults (19 years and over) – Take one capsule one to two times per day with food, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner. Do not crush, mix or blend capsules. Swallow capsules whole, as the medicinal ingredient is light sensitive.

Cautions
Do not use if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Consult a qualified health care practitioner prior to use if you are breastfeeding, suffering from liver or kidney disease, have received an organ transplant, if you are taking other medication; particularly cyclosporine, blood thinners, blood lipid lowering medications, blood pressure medications or antidiabetic drugs, or for use beyond eight weeks. If you experience muscle pain, tenderness and/or weakness, discontinue use and consult a health care practitioner.

Main Applications
Antioxidant
Disclaimer
The information and product descriptions appearing on this website are for information purposes only, and are not intended to provide or replace medical advice to individuals from a qualified health care professional. Consult with your physician if you have any health concerns, and before initiating any new diet, exercise, supplement, or other lifestyle changes.