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Red Yeast Rice Helps In Lowering Cholesterol
Red Yeast Rice has been an ancient, Asian dietary staple. It was made by fermenting white rice with the red yeast, Monascus Purpureus. The low cholesterol levels found in the Chinese population, led to discovering the benefits of red yeast rice consumption. Today, this natural cure has made its name as a cholesterol and triglyceride lowering agent, without the problems and side effects of the traditional statin drugs.
It is nature's natural statin that has gained in use all over the world and especially in the United States. It works in the liver by blocking the liver enzyme responsible for producing cholesterol. One of the components found after the fermentation process is Mevilon, which acts like the family of statin drugs, sold under various names. It is known to reduce overall cholesterol, especially the LDL or bad cholesterol and increase the HDL or good cholesterol in addition to lowering the levels of triglycerides.
Patients with moderately elevated levels of cholesterol have definitely been known to have lowered their cholesterol levels using red rice yeast extract as a dietary supplement. Patients with high levels of cholesterol and heart disease must not use red yeast rice supplement without medical supervision as these patients often have underlying related health complications and are on medication which could react adversely with the active components in the red yeast rice.
Red yeast rice is not a replacement for unhealthy eating habits and sedentary lives. A healthy diet plus a normally active life with the use of red yeast rice supplements can be beneficial for cardiovascular well being. Red yeast rice may potentially cause mild adverse effects similar to those manifested by statin based drugs. These adverse reactions could be any one or more of the following: weakness, muscle pain, a feeling of tenderness, mild 'flu-like symptoms, stomach tenderness or upsets, general gastrointestinal discomfort, flatulence, dizziness, headache and heartburn. These adverse reactions are usually mild and disappear quickly after discontinuing the use of red yeast rice.
There are some dos and don'ts to the use of red yeast rice. Remember to consult a physician before you start using it. It must never be combined with prescription statin based drugs. It must not be combined with other prescription drugs without consulting a physician. Alcoholic drinks must never be taken while using red yeast rice. Grapefruit or grapefruit juice must never be taken with it. It must never be given to a person under twenty years of age. Pregnant and breast feeding women must not use red yeast rice. Always consume it with a meal and not on an empty stomach.
Clinical studies show red yeast rice to be beneficial for cardiovascular wellbeing. China is the largest producer of red yeast rice. It is sold as capsules in pharmacies, health stores and on the Internet without a prescription and therefore can be bought off the counter. It is also sold under names like Cholestin, xuezhikang, Monascus and Zhithai.
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (Ibs)-Symptoms And Natural Remedies
Q. I am 22 and have suffered from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) for eight months. I have tried Western treatments, acupuncture, and cut out dairy and wheat from my diet, but nothing helps the severe bloating. What can you suggest?
A. Irritable bowel syndrome is a common name for a conglomerate of bizarre, unlinked symptoms. The word 'syndrome' refers to a collection of symptoms, which, unlike a disease, have no clearly identifiable cause. Since an actual cause for the abdominal symptoms you and countless others suffer is unknown, doctors often treat it in the same way as a stress-related problem, offering antidepressants and drugs for symptomatic relief. My opinion is that there are various possible causes, as listed below, and I often do a tongue diagnosis to find out. Sometimes, however, infections of the gastrointestinal tract or parasites in the gut are the real culprits.
An overgrowth of the fungus candida albicans (a type of yeast, which is fed by sugar) will cause bloating, gas, abdominal cramps and lethargy an hour after eating gluten-containing foods (ie, pasta or piz'a), and fungal infections, such as athlete's foot or mouth ulcers. The signs to look for on the tongue are a heavy, white, furry coating and deep cracks.
Excess stomach acid leads to indigestion, heartburn, acidity in the mouth, a feeling of fullness, bloating (30 to 40 minutes after meals when the stomach acid mixes with bile and other intestinal secretions), irritability when the stomach is empty, and/or unbearable hunger pants. The signs to look for on the edges of the tongue are red markings and/or teeth-like impressions with semicircular ridges and serrations.
Diverticulitis, a condition where a pan or parts of the colon blow up due to repeated and excessive gas formation, causes stool masses to accumulate in these sacs. This results in constipation, and then diarrhoea when they are full. If the two are alternating, the chances are that you have diverticulitis.
Constipation causes flatulence and/or lower abdominal bloating. The tongue will have a thick white coating at the back.
Since you have excessive bloating, it seems likely that you have excess stomach acid, and there is also a possibility of candida or yeast overgrowth in the gut. Although I can’t diagnose the exact cause, I will give you a general treatment plan. Stick to the following regime for three months:
Breakfast Porridge with milk cottage cheese with manuka honey; soft boiled or poached eggs; rice or oat cakes; peeled apples or pears, melon, banana, papaya with live yoghurt and drink mint tea.
Main meal Soft and overcooked foods such as minced meal chicken and turkey (grilled, steamed or poached); fish without skin; mushy white rice; lentils (well soaked first); mashed potatoes and other root vegetables; heads of cauliflower, broccoli and asparagus; plain wheat-free pasta with olive oil, and rice pudding or custard sweetened with manuka honey.
Snacks Oat or rice cakes; pancakes (made with non-wheat flour); fruit (from the breakfast list); hazelnuts and walnuts.
Strictly avoid yeast produces; citrus fruits; hard nuts, including almonds and peanuts; rich curries; chillies; fried and canned foods; white wine; champagne; beer, and excess sugar.
Eat slowly, chewing your food thoroughly. Drink two glasses of water when you wake up, then massage the abdomen clockwise. Drink water 30 to 45 minutes either side of a meal and only take sips during a meal, if you wish.
Rest for ten to l5 minutes after lunch to activate digestion.
Exercise Walk for five to ten minutes after your evening meal. Find out more about controlling various digestive problems through diet in my book Dr Ali's Nutrition Bible.
Supplements Detox Powder: for three months, soak half a teaspoon in a cup of hot water at night and drink first drink in the morning to help candida or yeast overgrowth. Calciprite (Rasastrala): take one tablet twice daily for three months to regulate stomach acid and reduce gas. lf constipated, take Qurs Mullayan : one at bedtime for two months. Avoid over-the-counter painkillers.
Yoga Practise the cleansing breath twice daily. Sand or sit comfortably, arms loose, upper back straight and shoulders back Close your mouth, look straight ahead and inhale deeply through your nose. Then breathe out quickly, pulling in your stomach. Pause, then repeat 25 times. (For more details, see Therapeutic Yoga by Dr Ali and Jiwan Brar.
About the Author
I have obtained MD in General Medicine with Honours in 1980 and joined The Central Institute of Advanced Medical Studies in Moscow for post graduation in Acupuncture. I have completed diploma courses in Acupuncture, Anesthesia, Iridology, Hypnotherapy and Clinical Fasting. Practicing as Integrated Medicine expert.
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