Resveratrol is a plant compound found in red wine, Japanese knotweed and the skin of grapes and peanuts. Scientific research has found correlations between resveratrol and improvements in energy production, blood sugar, menstrual cyclity, arthritis, cognitive function and the appearance of skin.
Human studies have indicated that 500mg of resveratrol is the most effective dose without any adverse side effects.
Benefits of resveratrol
Resveratrol acts as an antioxidant, meaning it can help to minimise the effects of oxidative stress on your body. Oxidative stress accelerates ageing by damaging DNA and cellular function. This can worsen the appearance of wrinkles and lead to a variety of diseases.
A recent placebo-controlled clinical trial found that women who received resveratrol had a higher regular menstruation rate and lower hair loss. Researchers have also observed improvements in hormonal imbalances and blood sugar after administrations of resveratrol.
