What is Resveratrol?

Resveratrol is a potent  antioxidant found in certain fruits, vegetables, and cocoa that is emerging as a modern-day fountain of youth. The science surrounding this compound is so compelling that it has become one of the most popular antioxidants, and one that shows real promise of health benefits.

Resveratrol is a phenolic compound, a stilbene, created by plants in response to injury, infection, and fungal attack. It exists in two forms, the trans- and cis- molecule forms, with Trans-Resveratrol being the highly absorbable form. This compound is regarded as having powerful antioxidant effects, thereby supporting health at the cellular level. 

There have now been more than 4,400 studies on the benefits of Reveratrol to date, showing that it helps to protect your entire body. Resveratrol is unique among antioxidants because it can cross the blood-brain barrier to help protect your brain and nervous system. Studies shows that its benefits are wide reaching, including: