DESCRIPTION/FUNCTION
Resveratrol is a type of polyphenol called phytoalexin. Phytoalexins are compounds produced by a plant’s defense system against stress caused by environmental conditions, insect infestations, and disease.
RDA (Recommended Dietary Allowance) for Adults
None.
MAJOR SOURCES
Japanese knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum), red wine, red grape skin and seeds, mulberries, peanut skins.
MAINTENANCE/THERAPEUTIC RANGE
10 mg to 400 mg.
POSSIBLE THERAPEUTIC APPLICATIONS
Cancer; coronary heart disease; herpes (types 1 and 2); immune function.
COMMENTS
Resveratrol exists in both the cis and trans stereoisomer forms. Grapes contain mostly the trans form, while Polygonum cuspidatum contains both forms. Resveratrol has slight estrogenic activity. It also has antioxidant properties.
CAUTIONS
Consult with your health practitioner if you are taking a blood thinning drug. Because resveratrol has some estrogenic activity, avoid large amounts if you are pregnant or have a hormone-sensitive cancer (breast, ovarian, uterine).
References
Jellin, JM, editor. Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database, 2007.
John Pillepich. The Nutraceutical Reference Guide, 2005.
FOR RESVERATROL, CONSIDER THESE SUPPLEMENTS*
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Resveratrol is a type of polyphenol called phytoalexin. Phytoalexins are compounds produced by a plant’s defense system against stress caused by environmental conditions, insect infestations, and disease.
RDA (Recommended Dietary Allowance) for Adults
None.
MAJOR SOURCES
Japanese knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum), red wine, red grape skin and seeds, mulberries, peanut skins.
MAINTENANCE/THERAPEUTIC RANGE
10 mg to 400 mg.
POSSIBLE THERAPEUTIC APPLICATIONS
Cancer; coronary heart disease; herpes (types 1 and 2); immune function.
COMMENTS
Resveratrol exists in both the cis and trans stereoisomer forms. Grapes contain mostly the trans form, while Polygonum cuspidatum contains both forms. Resveratrol has slight estrogenic activity. It also has antioxidant properties.
CAUTIONS
Consult with your health practitioner if you are taking a blood thinning drug. Because resveratrol has some estrogenic activity, avoid large amounts if you are pregnant or have a hormone-sensitive cancer (breast, ovarian, uterine).
References
Jellin, JM, editor. Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database, 2007.
John Pillepich. The Nutraceutical Reference Guide, 2005.
FOR RESVERATROL, CONSIDER THESE SUPPLEMENTS*
- Mega Potency Resveratrol
- Resveratrol Complex
The products and the claims made about specific products on or through this site have not been evaluated by the United States Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. The information provided on this site is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other health care professionals or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging. You should not use the information on this site for diagnosis or treatment of any health problem or for prescription of any medication or other treatment. You should consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem. Your health is our major concern.
- See more at: http://totalhealthnutrients.com/?p=269#sthash.Hafc4xnV.dpuf
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