Red Yeast Rice (formerly Choleast-900) by Thorne – Cholesterol Support
Red Yeast Rice (formerly Choleast-900) by Thorne is a cardiovascular support supplement formulated to help maintain healthy cholesterol levels already within the normal range. This red yeast rice supplement provides 900 mg of red yeast rice per capsule and is designed for practitioner-guided heart health support.
Key Red Yeast Rice Benefits
- Helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels already within the normal range.
- Supports cardiovascular health as part of a healthy diet and lifestyle routine.
- Provides naturally occurring monacolins, phytosterols, and isoflavones from red yeast rice.
- Promotes healthy lipid particle size and number.
- Delivers 900 mg of Red Yeast Rice in a convenient one-capsule serving.
How Red Yeast Rice Works
Red Yeast Rice (formerly Choleast-900) works by providing naturally occurring compounds from Monascus purpureus, including monacolins, phytosterols, isoflavones, and trace minerals that support normal lipid metabolism. This Thorne Red Yeast Rice formula is intended to complement nutrition, exercise, and practitioner-directed wellness plans for ongoing cholesterol support.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Red Yeast Rice: Provides naturally occurring compounds that help maintain healthy lipid levels already in the normal range.
- Monascus purpureus: The fermented red yeast rice source traditionally used to support heart health and healthy lipid balance.
- Phytosterols: Plant-based compounds that contribute to cardiovascular wellness support.
- Isoflavones: Naturally occurring compounds found in red yeast rice that support healthy lipid metabolism.
This product is gluten free and dairy free. Red Yeast Rice contains an ingredient derived from soy.
Red Yeast Rice Is Formulated For
- Adults seeking practitioner-guided cholesterol support.
- Individuals looking to maintain healthy cholesterol levels already within the normal range.
- Those wanting a cardiovascular support supplement to pair with diet and lifestyle measures.
- Adults interested in a high-potency red yeast rice supplement from Thorne.
Supplements support your health but do not replace a balanced diet. Always check with your healthcare practitioner if you have doubts about a new supplement. Or you may book a FREE product consultation with Holistic Health Partners. You may also want to explore our other Cholesterol collection.
Recommendation: Take as recommended by your health-care practitioner.
Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Servings Per Container: 120
Red Yeast Rice (Monascus purpureus) ... 900 mg
*Daily Value (DV) not established.
Other Ingredients: Hypromellose (derived from cellulose) capsule, Leucine.
Contains: Contains ingredient derived from soy (rice).
Does Not Contain: Gluten, dairy.
Storage: Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place.
Warnings/Cautions: ALLERGY WARNING: This product is contraindicated in an individual with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients. Red Yeast Rice contains an ingredient derived from soy. PREGNANCY WARNING: If pregnant, nursing, or trying to conceive, do not use this product. INTERACTIONS: There are no known adverse interactions or contraindications at publication date. ADDITIONAL WARNINGS: Adverse events of gastritis, abdominal discomfort, elevated liver enzymes, and muscle pain have been reported following the use of red yeast rice-containing products. This product may cause a temporary and harmless red coloring of the stool. Tamper Evident: Use only if bottle is sealed.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Frequently Asked Questions About Red Yeast Rice 900mg
What are the main health benefits of Red Yeast Rice by Thorne?
Red Yeast Rice (formerly Choleast-900) by Thorne is designed to support healthy cholesterol levels that are already within the normal range while promoting overall cardiovascular wellness. The formula contains 900 mg of red yeast rice derived from Monascus purpureus, providing naturally occurring compounds known as monacolins along with phytosterols and other beneficial constituents. Many healthcare practitioners recommend red yeast rice as part of a comprehensive wellness plan that includes a healthy diet, regular exercise, and routine cardiovascular monitoring.
How does Red Yeast Rice work in the body?
Red Yeast Rice (formerly Choleast-900) works by supplying naturally occurring compounds produced during the fermentation of rice with Monascus purpureus yeast. These compounds, including monacolins, phytosterols, and isoflavones, help support normal lipid metabolism and healthy cholesterol balance. The ingredients work alongside healthy lifestyle habits to assist the body's natural processes involved in maintaining cardiovascular health. This practitioner-formulated supplement is intended to complement, not replace, healthy nutrition and exercise habits.
Who should consider taking Red Yeast Rice?
Adults seeking nutritional support for cardiovascular health and healthy cholesterol levels already within the normal range may consider Red Yeast Rice (formerly Choleast-900) by Thorne. It may be particularly beneficial for individuals looking for a practitioner-quality supplement to complement a heart-healthy lifestyle. Because individual needs vary, those considering red yeast rice supplementation should discuss its use with a qualified healthcare practitioner, especially if they have existing health concerns or are taking medications.
Are there any side effects associated with Red Yeast Rice?
Most individuals tolerate Red Yeast Rice (formerly Choleast-900) well when used as directed. However, some people may experience digestive discomfort, abdominal upset, muscle discomfort, or changes in liver enzyme levels. The product is not recommended during pregnancy, while nursing, or when trying to conceive. Because red yeast rice can affect individuals differently, it is important to follow label directions and consult a healthcare professional before use, particularly if you take prescription medications or have underlying health conditions.
