What is red yeast rice from China? A Comprehensive Guide to Its Uses, Risks, and Safety
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Red yeast rice, known as 'hongqu' in China, has a history spanning over a thousand years, used both as a food colorant and a traditional medicine. It is produced by fermenting steamed rice with a specific type of yeast, and its complex chemical makeup is at the heart of its widespread, yet controversial, modern use.
