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Meschino Health Comprehensive Guide to Accessory Nutrients and Essential Oils
Accessory Nutrients and Essential Oils
Gamma-Oryzanol
General Features
Gamma-Oryzanol (esters of ferulic acid) is a growth-promoting substance in grains and is isolated from rice bran oil for
use as a supplement. In 1970 Gamma-Oryzanol was approved as a medicinal treatment to lower cholesterol and
triglycerides (Japan).1 As far back as the 1960’s, Gamma-Oryzanol was shown to be ef ective in the treatment of
menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes, and subsequent studies have supported these findings.1
Orally administered Gamma-Oryzanol is converted in the body to free ferulic acid.2
Supplementation Studies and Clinical Applications