Resveratrol falls into a broader class of
phytochemicals called
polyphenols which have strong
antioxidant
and anti-inflammatory properties. Resveratrol, which is most abundant in red wine, is thought
to be one of the compounds responsible for the health benefits of a Mediterranean-style
diet. Resveratrol may help lower the risk of heart disease and cancer. Additionally, the
anti-inflammatory effects of resveratrol were recently demonstrated in lung cells, which may have
implications for lower risk of lung disease and asthma.(refs. 108-110)
Resveratrol is found in:
grape skin
grape juice
red wine
peanuts
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