It’s seen a lot of news coverage lately, even appearing on 60 minutes. It’s resveratrol, a natural anti-aging compound that’s naturally found in in red wine, and to a lesser extent in blueberries and nuts. Here, we’ll give you an overview of some of the benefits of this wonderful substance.
It is a very potent anti-aging compound, as we previously mentioned. It can mimic the effects of a calorie-restricted diet, which has been shown to reduce the effects of aging on the body. A University of Wisconsin study seems to confirm this. Resveratrol can have the same effect as restricting calories by 20-30%, even if you don’t change a thing about your diet.
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When it comes to Resveratrol, you really couldn’t name a more famous discovery within this modern day and age. Resveratrol has been talked about everywhere, from the newspapers to the internet. Resveratrol has stepped into the door with a reputation that remains very solid.
With that said, there have been many research studies on Resveratrol, and understanding how the dosage works when it comes to Resveratrol will alleviate the concerns of many people who are looking at adding Resveratrol into their lifestyle.
Although, when it comes to Resveratrol dosage, the results can differentiate depending upon the person.
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Antioxidants have been the buzz word in the health industry for quite some time, many can be found in various fruits and vegetables but a new antioxidant compound called resveratrol is making waves in the fight for better health.
Resveratrol is a phytoalexin, produced naturally by several plants and found in certain foods, including wines. This powerful antioxidant is believed to help prevent heart disease and certain cancers, in addition to reducing inflammation and increasing metabolism to aid fat loss.
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The antioxidant resveratrol is only the most recent beneficial discovery, further proving that no man-made drug can beat the disease-fighting and health-enhancing properties of Nature’s bounty. When the body is nourished in the physical sense, it has a better chance of surviving an onslaught from an invading virus or bacteria. Resveratrol is found in the seeds and roots of grapes, but the highest concentration is found in the skin. The resveratrol protects the grapes against fungi and microorganisms, and there is more of this beneficial compound in red grapes.
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Scientific research shows that resveratrol can slow the functional decline and aging of mice that are on a regular diet, but it hasn’t been proven to increase lifespan if started at what’s considered “middle age”. A National Institute on Aging (NIA) study supports a 2006 finding that resveratrol enhances the lifespan and health of older, overweight mice. This research suggests that resveratrol, which can be found in grapes, blueberries, and nuts, mimics the effects of caloric restriction. A calorie-restricted diet is one of the most effective ways to lessen the incidence of age-associated disease and deterioration.
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