Red Ear Fungi (Auricularia Auricula) Infusion Reduce Blood Triglyceride Level in Dyslipidemic Rats

Abstract

Background: Dyslipidemia is a risk factor in atherosclerosis. In the long run, it can cause complications such as coronary artery disease and stroke. Dyslipidemia can be halted by beta glucan, a soluble fiber found in some species of fungi. This study was conducted to find the effect of red ear fungi infusion in reducing blood triglyceride level and the concentration that would give optimal reduction of blood triglyceride level.