Chinese red yeast, Monascus purpureus, contains a family of substances that inhibit an enzyme responsible for making cholesterol in the body. In clinical studies, extracts of M. purpureus reduce LDL cholesterol levels by about 31% and triglycerides by 34%. In animal studies, a reduction in atherosclerotic plaques has also been shown.

Synonyms: RRY, Red Yeast Rice Extract, RYR

Beta-glucan is a carbohydrate derived from the cell walls of yeast. Its ability to stimulate immunity, fight all types of infections, lower cholesterol, and inhibit or reverse cancer progression are well established.  In clinical studies, effective doses fell into the following ranges:

• Immune enhancement: 2 mg/kg/day (46 mg for each 50 lbs of bodyweight);
• Anti-cancer: 2–60 mg/kg/day (46–1364 mg for each 50 lbs of bodyweight);
• Lowering cholesterol: 46 mg/kg/day (1045 mg for each 50 lbs of bodyweight).

Beta-glucan’s potency is enhanced by taking it with vitamin C.

Complex K is a combination of potassium and magnesium salts, and of herbs that contain hundreds of nutrients.

A balanced diet usually supplies all the potassium a person needs, but certain illnesses and medicines can deplete potassium reserves. Symptoms of potassium deficiency are muscle weakness, irregular heartbeat, mood changes, or nausea.

Coenzyme Q10 supports neurological, cognitive, immune and cardiac health, including healthy blood pressure levels.  It is also a powerful antioxidant. Coenzyme Q10 is one of the best researched dietary supplements in the world.

Synonyms: Dehydroepiandrosterone, prasterone

EGCG is a polyphenolic substance found in green tea leaves. It, and the other polyphenols in this product, are currently under intensive study as cardiovascular enhancers and cancer preventatives.

Synonyms: epigallocatechin gallate