Red Yeast Rice
A Chestnut Hill Hospital, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine study to determine if red yeast rice will reduce bad cholesterol is reviewed in an article titled, “High Cholesterol Reduced by Red Yeast Rice,” by Bernard P. Nelson. The article was published by Suite 101 Magazine.
Lower Cholesterol Naturally
The University study studied 62 volunteer patients, 32 were given pills with no medication without their knowledge. 32 patients were given red yeast rice pills not knowing whether of not they were receiving a placebo or the real thing. Then they were tested for cholesterol levels for 24 weeks. The results of the test are discussed in the article.
Food to Eat to Lower Cholesterol
The article provides information, from the American Heart Association, about foods that may reduce bad cholesterol. Also, AHA provides a list of foods that may increase bad cholesterol. Links to this information can be found in Nelson’s article.
Low Cholesterol Diet
In addition to a link to a low cholesterol diet, the article points out that any diet to reduce bad cholesterol should include an exercise program.
To learn about how effective red yeast rice is in reducing bad cholesterol, and to know which foods may reduce bad cholesterol, enter the link below to read the article:
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