Description
"Resveratrol" is a polyphenol found in grapes, berries, and peanuts, naturally concentrated in plant skins. It interacts with cellular pathways that regulate oxidative defense, lipid metabolism, and vascular integrity. Resveratrol promotes mitochondrial energy production, neuroprotection, and enzymatic processes that modulate inflammatory response. It also contributes to metabolic adaptation and cardiovascular function. Frequently consumed in polyphenol-rich foods, resveratrol is an extensively researched compound associated with anti-aging, heart health, and cellular resilience.
Functions in the Body
Category
Deficiency Symptoms
Since resveratrol is not an essential nutrient, no deficiency symptoms are associated with its absence.
Synergists & Antagonists
Resveratrol works synergistically with other polyphenols like quercetin and curcumin, enhancing its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. No well-documented antagonistic interactions are associated with resveratrol.
Resveratrol
Warnings
Resveratrol should be used with caution in individuals with bleeding disorders or hormone-sensitive conditions. It interacts with anticoagulants (blood thinners) and medications metabolized by the liver, potentially altering the effectiveness of statins, antifungal drugs, and some antivirals.
Food Sources
Resveratrol is found in grape skin, grape seeds, apples, pears, red wine, blueberries, cranberries, bilberries, black currants, strawberries, raspberries, hazelnuts, pecans, and pistachios.
Time Frame
It is best to take resveratrol with a meal containing fat to aid in its absorption.
Depleted By
There are no known factors that specifically deplete resveratrol from the body.