Resveratrol is a plant compound
found in red grapes, peanuts, berries, and the Japanese knotweed plant. A
number of plants produce resveratrol in response to stress, injury,
infection or UV radiation. In 1992, researchers speculated that
resveratrol may explain the "French Paradox" - the observation that
(generally speaking) despite smoking plus a diet high in fat, the French
have lower mortality from heart disease - which may be explained by
their frequent wine consumption.
In vitro, resveratrol has been shown to neutralize free radicals,
inhibit LDL ("bad" cholesterol) oxidation, platelet aggregation (blood
clotting) and inflammatory enzymes, and stimulate eNOS (an enzyme that
catalyzes nitric oxide formation). Nitric oxide is important for
maintaining a healthy relaxation of the arteries (vasodilation).
Caloric restriction has been shown to extend the lifespan of many
species, including mammals. Studies have demonstrated that resveratrol
extended the lifespan of yeast, worms, mice, fish, and fruit flies by
stimulating the sirtuin - a protein that mimics the effects of caloric
restriction. One study found resveratrol increased the activity of the
human enzyme Sirt1 in vitro. A low dose of resveratrol in the diet of
mice was found to slow the age-related decline in cardiac function and
alter gene expression in the heart, brain, and muscle similar to the way
caloric restriction would.
Provides antioxidant support
100% plant-sourced resveratrol from Polygonum cuspidatum
Standardized to 50% trans-resveratrol, the predominant form of
resveratrol found in grapes
Contains added Red Wine Extract from Gamay grapes grown in
France, standardized to 30% polyphenols and 4% anthocyanins
Suggested use: Take one capsule daily
100% vegan / vegetarian
Gluten free
Count Size: 60 ct
Bottle Size: 120 cc
Specification: Vegetarian capsule
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