[Japan First*] A New Habit to Reduce Small Dense LDL (Super Bad Cholesterol)! New Release of 'Salarichi Alpha', a Food with Function Claims Containing Alpha-Cyclodextrin
Lead Healthcare has launched 'Salarichi Alpha', the first Food with Function Claims in Japan featuring alpha-cyclodextrin, which is reported to reduce small dense LDL.
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Lead Healthcare Co., Ltd. launched a new Food with Function Claims, "Salarichi Alpha," on April 3, containing alpha-cyclodextrin, which is reported to have the function of "reducing small dense LDL."
"Salarichi Alpha" is a granule-type, individually packaged supplement that is easy to incorporate into your daily diet. It is sequentially expanding its sales primarily at drugstores and pharmacies nationwide.
*Launched the first Food with Function Claims in Japan displaying "alpha-cyclodextrin is reported to have the function of reducing small dense LDL." (According to Lead Healthcare research as of April 3, 2026)
## ■ What is Small Dense LDL, Commonly Known as "Super Bad Cholesterol"?
Small dense LDL refers to the smaller-sized particles among what is known as bad cholesterol (LDL). Compared to large LDL, small dense LDL has characteristics such as: (1) staying in the blood vessels longer, (2) easily penetrating the inner walls of blood vessels, and (3) being highly susceptible to oxidation, earning it the nickname "super bad cholesterol." Therefore, even if your LDL (bad cholesterol) level is within the normal range, if the proportion of small dense LDL is high, it is recommended to be conscious of more meticulous lipid management from the perspective of maintaining health.
Small dense LDL increases due to poor lifestyle habits. If any of the following apply to you, daily care is important:
- Prefer greasy meals
- Often consume sweets
- Feel a lack of exercise
- Started worrying about body shape (visceral fat)
## ■ What is Alpha-Cyclodextrin That Reduces Small Dense LDL?
Alpha-cyclodextrin is a fermentable dietary fiber derived from corn. Alpha-cyclodextrin has a structure where six glucose molecules are connected in a ring shape, and when viewed three-dimensionally, it has an interesting shape like a cup without a bottom. Alpha-cyclodextrin exhibits various effects by having a unique action called "inclusion," which captures oil-soluble substances inside this cup.
"Salarichi Alpha" is a granule-type, individually packaged supplement that is easy to incorporate into your daily diet. It is sequentially expanding its sales primarily at drugstores and pharmacies nationwide.
*Launched the first Food with Function Claims in Japan displaying "alpha-cyclodextrin is reported to have the function of reducing small dense LDL." (According to Lead Healthcare research as of April 3, 2026)
## ■ What is Small Dense LDL, Commonly Known as "Super Bad Cholesterol"?
Small dense LDL refers to the smaller-sized particles among what is known as bad cholesterol (LDL). Compared to large LDL, small dense LDL has characteristics such as: (1) staying in the blood vessels longer, (2) easily penetrating the inner walls of blood vessels, and (3) being highly susceptible to oxidation, earning it the nickname "super bad cholesterol." Therefore, even if your LDL (bad cholesterol) level is within the normal range, if the proportion of small dense LDL is high, it is recommended to be conscious of more meticulous lipid management from the perspective of maintaining health.
Small dense LDL increases due to poor lifestyle habits. If any of the following apply to you, daily care is important:
- Prefer greasy meals
- Often consume sweets
- Feel a lack of exercise
- Started worrying about body shape (visceral fat)
## ■ What is Alpha-Cyclodextrin That Reduces Small Dense LDL?
Alpha-cyclodextrin is a fermentable dietary fiber derived from corn. Alpha-cyclodextrin has a structure where six glucose molecules are connected in a ring shape, and when viewed three-dimensionally, it has an interesting shape like a cup without a bottom. Alpha-cyclodextrin exhibits various effects by having a unique action called "inclusion," which captures oil-soluble substances inside this cup.