Choleast™ (Red Yeast Rice) - 120 Vegi Capsules - Thorne Research

Choleast contains the naturally occurring monacolins found in red yeast rice (no relation to Candida).  It also contains a number of beneficial phytosterols, isoflavones and trace minerals. The EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) has allowed the following health claim for Red Rice Yeast and the monacolin K “these contribute to the normal maintenance of blood LDL cholesterol levels, if at least 10mg of monacolin K from the red yeast rice is consumed daily”.

In easy to take vegetarian capsules this product is suitable for vegetarians, vegans and for people with Candida and yeast sensitivities.

Citrinin is a toxic by product of the fermentation process and Thorne’s Choleast  contains an undetectable level of citrinin

Choleast contains an ingredient derived from Soy.

Ingredients per 4 capsules:

2.4g Red Yeast Rice

60mg Coenzyme Q10

Other Ingredients:

Dosage: Take 2-4 capsules two times per day or as directed by your heathcare practitioner

Warnings:

Red yeast rice can cause gastritis, abdominal discomfort, and elevated liver enzymes. It is possible that reactions similar to those caused by HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor drugs (statins) can be caused by red yeast; however, those adverse reactions have not been reported for red yeast rice extracts. People already taking cholesterol lowering medication should consult their doctor before taking this supplement.

This product may cause a temporary and harmless red colouring of the stool

If pregnant, nursing or trying to conceive, do not use this product.