Gamma Oryzanol

Gamma oryzanol, also known as rice bran oil, is a compound made up of a plant sterol (a fat-like substance) and ferulic acid. Gamma oryzanol may help to ease heartburn and other digestive-system discomforts. Gamma oryzanol supplements have also relieved pain, nausea, vomiting, and other post-meal gastrointestinal symptoms in study participants suffering from gastritis (stomach inflammation). It has also been found to ease hot flashes and other symptoms of menopause, and may even help to lower cholesterol. In addition, antioxidant properties in the extract may protect heart vessels from free-radical damage.