Noun
resveratrol (countable and uncountable, plural resveratrols)
(organic chemistry, biochemistry) A phenolic substance, 3,5,4'-trihydroxystilbene, a stilbenoid and phytoalexin, that is found in some fruits and nuts, and in red wine, and is reputed to have some beneficial properties for humans.
Resveratrol is fascinating stuff. One of the best sources of information about it is the Immortality Institute. They have a forum where some people are in the 500 Club, as they call it. They've been taking 500 milligrams for years. It's a really great source of data. Timothy Ferriss
Chocolate, and its main ingredient, cocoa, contains resveratrol, which is a molecule that has the ability to protect chromosomes from radiation damage. Source: Internet
A recently completed open-label clinical pilot study investigating resveratrol in Friedrich’s ataxia has presented preliminary data (full publication is awaited) showing improvement in disease severity and oxidative stress markers (). Source: Internet
“Resveratrol is also antimicrobial, demonstrating antiviral, antifungal, antibacterial, and antiprotozoal activity, and has been shown to inhibit keratinocyte proliferation, which contributes to follicular obstruction in the formation of acne lesions.” Source: Internet
Dr Bayele investigated how resveratrol and other sirtuins affected mice liver cells in a lab. Source: Internet
Remember that four ounces of wine are considered as one drink, and not all alcoholic beverages have resveratrol in them. Source: Internet