What is red yeast

     Red yeast is a Chinese herbal medicine widely used in traditional Chinese medicine, with many effects. It can nourish the stomach and spleen, promote digestion, reduce hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and hyperglycemia.

     1. Red yeast contains Monascus K, which can prevent the production of cholesterol and have the effect of lowering blood lipids and blood pressure. It can be used appropriately for patients with hypertension and hyperlipidemia, but it should be used under the guidance of a doctor.

     2. Red yeast rice is a type of red yeast rice parasitized by the fungus Monascus on the stem of rice. It can alleviate digestive problems, bloating, insufficient qi and blood, and injuries caused by falls. Especially for people with poor gastrointestinal function, drinking red yeast water can lower cholesterol levels.

     3. Red yeast contains abundant iron elements, and eating red yeast in moderation can also prevent anemia and supplement the body's lack of iron elements.

     4. Red yeast contains vitamins A and B, which have a certain regulating effect on patients with malnutrition, night blindness, and athlete's foot.