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Can red rice yeast extract reduce cholesterol levels?

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Dr. Dean Ornish answered:

Red rice yeast extract contains the same ingredient found in statin drugs. Some experts believe that red rice yeast extract has fewer side effects than statin drugs due to other substances present in the yeast, but this is controversial. It’s best to take this under a doctor’s supervision, given the potential side effects.

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