| 摘要 |
PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a method for preparation of Monascus purpreus containing a large amount of monakolin K, which is a substance having hypocholesterolemic effect. SOLUTION: This method for preparation of Monascus purpreus comprises adjusting the water content in >=30-45% at least for 2 days at the beginning of malt production, adjusting the incubation temperature at <=27 deg.C at least for 3 days at the later stage of malt production, and making the whole period of the malt production >=5 days. |
