New Look At Resveratrol Benefits

By Thomas Sinclair

Most people know Resveratrol as the compound found in wine that helps to prevent heart attacks. But, there is more to this compound than that. The compound is found in many plants. And, science is finding that Resveratrol benefits reach far beyond just helping to prevent heart attacks.

Although majority of people connect Resveratrol with red wine, there's actually more to it than just that. The compound is found in the skins and seeds of grapes. It's also commonly found in peanut butter and peanuts. And, it's found in large quantities in Yucca plants.

Extensive studies are being done on the effects of Resvertrol in humans. Studies that have been done on mice have shown that the benefits of using the compound are very significant. Current research is being done to see how beneficial Resveratrol will be on colon cancer and melanoma in humans because the studies in the lab have proven so dramatic in mice and rats.

When used in a cream form, Resveratrol benefits are found on many types of skin cancer. The affects resulting when the cream is used on any kind of virus or bacterial skin condition are very significant.

The ingredient has been found to reduce plaque formations in the brain and helps people such as Alzheimer's. As a health supplement it minimizes blood sugar, helps the skin, assists with weight loss, and boosts the metabolism. Resveratrol also works as an anti-inflammatory and assist in anti-coagulation.

Many researchers have found that the doses required to get specific results from supplements can vary, and they have proven that the amount of Resveratrol found in red wine isn't enough to provide the kind of benefits that result from taking more of the supplement.

As research and study continues there will be more Resveratrol benefits found for humans. Over the next few years the research and studies will have solid data that will show the benefits that can be attained by including Resveratrol as a supplement in one's diet. - 31875

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