Soundness of mind

Does Weider red yeast rice contain Citrinin?

Weider Red Yeast Rice does not contain Citrinin, a mycotoxin that can be found in some red yeast rice supplements. Weider’s Red Yeast Rice is made with a proprietary blend of red yeast, rice flour, and other natural ingredients and does not contain any Citrinin.

Does Thorne red yeast rice contain citrinin?

Thorne Red Yeast Rice does not contain citrinin. Citrinin is a mycotoxin that is sometimes found in red yeast rice products, but Thorne Red Yeast Rice is tested for mycotoxins to ensure it is free of citrinin and other contaminants.

What is the active ingredient in red yeast rice?

The active ingredient in red yeast rice is monacolin K, also known as lovastatin. Monacolin K is a naturally occurring form of the drug lovastatin, which is used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood. Red yeast rice also contains other compounds, such as monounsaturated fatty acids, sterols, isoflavones, and other compounds.