Has anybody heard about Resveratrol?
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A market america distributor introduced Isotonix Resveratrol to me recently. Anybody knows about this product?
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A market america distributor introduced Isotonix Resveratrol to me recently. Anybody knows about this product?
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January 20th, 2010 at 11:02 pm
I don’t know about that particular brand, but Resveratrol is a very good antioxidant… one of the best, in fact.
However, my brother was in Market America and I know that they usually have much higher prices than comparable brands. You’d probably be just as well off with any other brand that’s got good quality and a cheaper price, assuming it’s got basically the same ingredients.
January 22nd, 2010 at 5:34 pm
Resveratrol and Extended Life Span: What You Need to Know
Resveratrol, a health-promoting compound found in grapes, has been shown to increase life span in several animal species.
In a recent Harvard study, mice that consumed a high-calorie diet known to shorten life lived longer when they also consumed resveratrol. These mice also had better coordination, less heart and liver damage, and better insulin sensitivity than overweight mice that were not fed resveratrol.
Scientists have proposed that resveratrol in red wine may help explain the “French paradox”—the fact that cardiovascular disease rates in France are relatively low, despite a diet traditionally high in fat. Because widespread use of pesticides has diminished the amount of resveratrol contained in grapes and red wine, supplemental resveratrol may the best way to ensure optimal intake.
Laboratory and animal studies suggest that resveratrol may have therapeutic potential for cardiovascular disease, cancer, inflammatory arthritis, Alzheimer’s disease, and other neurodegenerative conditions. Clinical trials studying resveratrol’s effects on cancer and diabetes are also under way.
Resveratrol may enhance health and support longevity via several mechanisms. These include its potent antioxidant effects, ability to enhance cellular energy production, and ability to influence patterns of gene expression in a manner similar to caloric restriction (the best-documented method of extending life span in animals).
Because resveratrol exerts protective effects through a variety of mechanisms, it may be a useful supplement for healthy adults wishing to reduce their risk of chronic disease and live a long and healthy life. Studies to date suggest that resveratrol is safe and nontoxic.
Good article at the link below.