BENI KOJI
Red Yeast Rice

Red Yeast Rice extract, known as Hong Qu in China, is a traditional food used in Peking duck or spare ribs. It contains small amounts of Monacolin K (also known as mevinolin), identical to the active agent known as lovastatin. This formula is designed to decrease blood cholesterol and reduce side effects commonly found in "statin" drugs. It is meant for less severe levels of cholesterol. Coupled with a proper diet and exercise, a study at UCLA showed a drop in cholesterol of about 40 points in 12 weeks.
Red Yeast Rice also contains at least 11 other substances such as phytosterols which have beneficial effects on cholesterol.

INDICATIONS
Beni Koji (Red Yeast Rice) is used to decrease the endogenous production of cholesterol by the liver. It acts similarly to the agents used to inhibit the enzyme called; HMG-CoA Reductase (the enzyme responsible for cholesterol synthesis by the liver cells).

* Warning: The individuals with the history of liver disease or having elevated liver enzymes must not use this product and should seek the advise of a physician prior to use.

EACH CAPSULE CONTAINS:
Ingredient Dose Units
* Beni Koji Red Yeast Rice (entire Plant)
(Monascus pilosus/anka) 1000 mg
* Daily value not established


OTHER INGREDIENTS
Gelatin (capsule), cellulose, vegetable stearate.

SUGGESTED USE
As a dietary supplement, adults take 2 capsules twice daily or as directed by physician.

SIDE EFFECTS
It may cause gastrointestinal discomfort in sensitive individuals. Prolonged use may increase liver enzymes in certain individuals. No side effects have been noted when used as directed.

HOW SUPPLIED
Supplied in bottles of 60 capsules. Packed 12 bottles per case.

STORAGE
Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct light. Keep out of reach of children. The content of each capsules are stable and maintains potency under normal conditions for at least two years.