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Resveratrol, a phytoalexin found in many dark skinned fruits such as raspberries, cranberries, red grapes, blueberries, mulberries, and red wine, has gotten a lot of attention in the media in recent years. Phytolexins help protect plants against fungal and bacterial infections, and the natural anti body is also rich in antioxidants which can benefit humans. Clinical studies have suggested that this natural compound can help to prevent heart disease and cancer, aid in weight loss, slow down the aging process, and offer many other important health benefits.

It has been discovered that Resveratrol is contain in Japanese knotweed as well as red wine. When it was discovered that red wine contained a high amount of Resveratrol, it seemed to help provide an explanation for the French Paradox. The paradox that had puzzled researchers and experts for quite some time is that the French do not have high levels of heart disease despite having diets rich in saturated fats.

Clinical trials have been conducted which indicate that Resveratrol can help to prevent heart disease. The antioxidants help to prevent the formation of blood clots in the arteries and provide protection to the blood vessels in the heart. The fact that red wine contains a high dose of Resveratrol might be one of the main reasons why the French are able to enjoy their rich diets without all of the heart disease.  Read more...