CNA Explains: What is red yeast rice, its health benefits and safety concerns?

What are the purported benefits of red yeast rice?  Health supplements containing red yeast rice are often marketed to help with lowering cholesterol. This is because red yeast rice contains a compound called monacolin K, which is chemically identical to lovastatin, said Professor Eric Chan, a pharmaceutical scientist at the National University of Singapore’s (NUS) … Read more

Singapore recalls sake containing ingredient potentially linked to death, hospitalisations in Japan

SINGAPORE: The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) on Tuesday (Mar 26) recalled two products containing red yeast rice, after health supplements with the ingredient were recalled in Japan over suspected health risks. SFA said it was recalling Mio Sparkling Sake Premium (Rose), which comes in 300ml and 750ml bottles, following the voluntary recall of the two … Read more

Beyond Limits: Unleashing Optimal Performance With Huge Supplements’ Fitness Essentials

* This is a contributed article and this content does not necessarily represent the views of IBTimes. As fitness and workout routines continue to evolve, the demand for supplements that can enhance performance and maximize results has grown. For those seeking to take their workout regimens to the next level and unleash their full fitness … Read more