Resveratrol Extract

Resveratrol is part of a group of compounds 

called polyphenols. They’re thought to act 

like antioxidants, protecting the body 

against damage that can put you at higher 

risk for things like cancer and heart disease.

It’s in the skin of red grapes, but you can 

also find it in peanuts and berries.

Manufacturers have tried to capitalize on 

its powers by selling resveratrol supplements. 

Most resveratrol capsules sold in the U.S. 

contain extracts from an Asian plant called 

Polygonum cuspidatum. Other resveratrol 

supplements are made from red wine or red 

grape extracts.It’s thought to help reduce 

inflammation, lower LDL or "bad" cholesterol, 

and make it more difficult for clots to form that 

can lead to a heart attack. It could limit the spread 

of cancer cells and start killing them. It may also 

protect nerve cells from damage and fight the 

plaque buildup that can lead to the disease.