Below are a list and description of Current Popular Resveratrol Sources:
Red Wine - For years, we’ve heard about all the wonderful health benefits of drinking wine, specifically red wine, but only recently have we been able to attribute these benefits to Resveratrol. The average glass of red wine contains between 750 micrograms and 1 milligram of active Resveratrol. Red Wine is a great source for Resveratrol since it is the most abundant liquid source currently available. When a person drinks a glass of red wine, they usually consume it over many smaller sips. Since Resveratrol is best absorbed through the lining of the mouth, these smaller sips allow for faster absorption into the bloodstrea. Studies suggest consuming two 4-6oz glasses of Red Wine per day to support healthy cholesterol levels, decrease the risk of heart attacks, lower the risk of heart disease and even possibly protect the body from certain forms of cancer.
Japanese Knotweed - This is the most popular source used in Resveratrol supplements and the best source for standardized Trans-Resveratrol. The Japanese Knotweed is actually an invasive weed that is practically impossible to kill. It is native to China, Japan and Korea, and has now made its way to the United States. It is considered an invasive plant species and can be found in over 39 states and in 6 provinces in Canada. Researchers are currently trying to the determine the relation between Resveratrol and the Japanese Knotweeds. invincible nature. Known as Fallopia japonica, Polygonum cuspidatum, and Reynoutria japonica, the Japanese Knotweed can be made into a tea, or even chewed on (tastes like rhubarb) and is available in powder form with Trans-Resveratrol standardizations of 10%, 25%, 50%, 98, 99%.
Peanuts - Since many people suffer from Peanut allergies, this is a source that is rarely discussed. Resveratrol can be found in Peanuts, and products that use Peanuts (Peanut Butter, Boiled Peanuts, Peanut Spreads). One cup of Peanuts contains a fraction of Resveratrol compared to Red Wine (approximately 25 micrograms - 50 micrograms) and Peanut Butter contains approximately half the Resveratrol of Peanuts alone. While they are not the best source of Resveratrol, Peanuts are a great source of health fatty acids (Omega-3s), and recent research has shown that consuming one and a half ounces of Peanuts (approximately 45 peanuts) fives days per week can even help to lower the risk of heart disease as much as 50%.
Chocolate - This is one that 99% of people will be glad to see on this list. Researchers Read the rest of this entry »