Dietary supplement. Herbal extract. 100% vegetarian. A valuable addition to a healthy diet. Red Yeast Rice (Monascus Purpureus) has been use for centuries in the Chinese diet as a staple food and for its health benefits. (These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease). 21st Century's Red Yeast Rice Extract has been quality tested to assure maximum benefit. Unconditionally guaranteed for purity freshness and label potency. No sugar, salt, preservatives or artificial flavors.