Red yeast rice prevents atherosclerosis through regulating inflammatory signaling pathways
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DOI: 10.1007/s11655-017-2416-x
Abstract: ObjectiveTo observe the effects of red yeast rice (RYR) on blood lipid levels, aortic atherosclerosis (AS), and plaque stability in apolipoprotein E gene knockout (ApoE-/-) mice.MethodsTwenty-four ApoE-/- mice were fed with a high-fat diet starting… read more here.
Keywords: signaling pathways; red yeast; group; yeast rice ... See more keywords
Effect of red yeast rice on the growth of male SD rats: a 90-day feeding study
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DOI: 10.1007/s43188-025-00297-w
Abstract: Red yeast rice (RYR) is commonly used as colouring and flavouring agent in foods throughout East Asia. RYR contains monacolin K, a compound known to lower blood lipids level, which has led to its use… read more here.
Keywords: red yeast; rice; day feeding; yeast rice ... See more keywords
Metabolic outcomes of Red yeast rice administration in patients treated with second-generation antipsychotics
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DOI: 10.1016/j.eurpsy.2017.02.385
Abstract: Rationale Second-generation antipsychotics (SGAs) are notoriously associated with a wide range of metabolic adverse effects, and their chronic use is related with an increased risk for the development of metabolic syndrome (MS). The nutraceutical approach… read more here.
Keywords: second generation; red yeast; generation antipsychotics; yeast rice ... See more keywords
Analysis of Fermented Red-Yeast Rice Products Using Femtosecond Laser Ionization Mass Spectrometry.
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DOI: 10.1021/jasms.5c00029
Abstract: People currently use a wide variety of dietary supplements to promote human health. However, serious health hazards occurred when people ingested a dietary supplement manufactured from a fermented red-yeast rice product. In this study, we… read more here.
Keywords: fermented red; red yeast; mass spectrometry; yeast rice ... See more keywords
Impact of red yeast rice supplementation on lipid profile: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized-controlled trials
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DOI: 10.1080/17512433.2023.2138342
Abstract: ABSTRACT Background Dyslipidemia/hyperlipidemia are among the risk factors for chronic diseases, especially cardiovascular diseases. Red Yeast Rice (RYR) herbal supplement may be helpful in improving serum fat levels due to some mechanisms. Therefore, the aim… read more here.
Keywords: supplementation; meta analysis; yeast rice; red yeast ... See more keywords
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial investigating cholesterol-lowering effects and safety of yellow yeast rice in adults with mild to moderate hypercholesterolemia
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DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000011634
Abstract: Background: Elevated levels of blood lipids are well-documented risk factors for cardiovascular disease. For cardiovascular risk reduction, preventive strategies to lower blood cholesterol levels are essential, and these strategies include lifestyle modification and cholesterol-lowering agents.… read more here.
Keywords: yellow yeast; cholesterol lowering; cholesterol; yeast rice ... See more keywords
Successful Resolution of Suspected Red Yeast Rice-induced Nephropathy
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DOI: 10.2169/internalmedicine.4908-24
Abstract: Recently, several Japanese patients have developed interstitial nephritis or acute tubular injury/necrosis, both accompanied by Fanconi syndrome, after consuming a specific red yeast rice supplement. In most cases, the renal function did not fully recover… read more here.
Keywords: successful resolution; interstitial nephritis; yeast rice; red yeast ... See more keywords
Study on the effect of ascorbic acid on the biosynthesis of pigment and citrinin in red yeast rice based on comparative transcriptomics
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DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2024.1460690
Abstract: Pigment is one of the most important metabolites in red yeast rice. However, citrinin may accumulate and cause quality security issues. In the present study, the effect of ascorbic acid (EAA) on the pigment and… read more here.
Keywords: citrinin; red yeast; pigment; yeast rice ... See more keywords
Effectiveness of red yeast rice on carotid atherosclerosis: A systematic review and meta-analysis
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DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2022.937809
Abstract: While several studies have demonstrated the preventive and therapeutic effects of red yeast rice (RYR), a traditional Chinese medicine, on carotid atherosclerosis through the reduction of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) level and other risk factors,… read more here.
Keywords: carotid atherosclerosis; yeast rice; red yeast; analysis ... See more keywords
Effects of the combination of red yeast rice-containing commercial Chinese polyherbal preparation with statins for dyslipidemia: a systematic review and meta-analysis
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DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2024.1398934
Abstract: Background Significant challenges are associated with the pharmacological management of dyslipidemia, an important risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Limited reliable evidence exists regarding the efficacy of red yeast rice (RYR)-containing commercial Chinese polyherbal preparation (CCPP),… read more here.
Keywords: red yeast; yeast rice; efficacy; containing commercial ... See more keywords
The Questionable Quality Profile of Food Supplements: The Case of Red Yeast Rice Marketed Products
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DOI: 10.3390/foods12112142
Abstract: Food supplements (FS) containing red yeast rice (RYR) are largely employed to reduce lipid levels in the blood. The main ingredient responsible for biological activity is monacolin K (MoK), a natural compound with the same… read more here.
Keywords: quality profile; quality; yeast rice; red yeast ... See more keywords