All About Resveratrol: Who Should Take It, Why, and How?

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In this lesson, we'll look at the basics of resveratrol , why resveratrol is recommended for women , and why you should check whether resveratrol is " trans . "

• Resveratrol

Resveratrol is a polyphenol phytochemical found mainly in berries such as grapes , red wine , blueberries , and cranberries, and is a substance that converts active oxygen in our body into harmless .

Interest in the efficacy of resveratrol grew in the early 1990s when researchers noticed that French people who ate a high-fat diet had a lower incidence of cardiovascular disease than other people , and inferred that the resveratrol contained in red wine was responsible .

Then, in 2006 , a paper on “ The effect of resveratrol, found in large quantities in red wine, on aging ” was published in the prestigious scientific journal Nature, which led to a rapid increase in interest in substances that delay aging worldwide .

In particular, it became known in Korea through Dr. David Sinclair's book " The End of Aging " published in July 2020 , and in particular, it has shown various research results in various preclinical experiments, such as lowering blood pressure, reducing blood fat , and extending the lifespan of certain animals .

However , resveratrol has a characteristic in that its absorption rate in the body varies depending on its form .

Therefore , when consuming resveratrol, it is important to consume it in a form that can increase absorption and bioavailability rather than consuming high amounts of the raw material itself .

• Why Resveratrol is Recommended for Women

Resveratrol is a good nutrient for both men and women , but based on an American study , we will tell you why resveratrol is recommended for women .

In the study, Professor Eleanor G. Logan and her team at the University of Nebraska School of Medicine in the United States announced the results of a study titled “Resveratrol Prevents Estrogen -DNA Adducts and Tumor Formation in MCF-F Cell Lines . ”

Representative examples include CYP1B1 and 2,3,7,8-Tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin, which are known as estrogen -DNA adducts with a high potential for metastasis to breast cancer and are known as substances that promote breast cancer cell proliferation .

According to this study , resveratrol prevents breast cancer tumor formation by interfering with the formation of estrogen -DNA adducts, which is the first step in the development of breast cancer .

In addition, in August 2022 , a research team at Ajou University in Korea developed a hydrogel formulation system for breast cancer treatment using resveratrol, an antioxidant found in natural products including grapes.

Therefore, it is recommended that women consume foods rich in resveratrol, such as grapes, berries, raspberries, cranberries, wine, peanuts, and almonds.

• Why You Should Check Your Resveratrol's " Trans " Status

Resveratrol exists in two main forms, “ cis ” and “ trans ” , as follows :

Which resveratrol should we take to have higher absorption and bioavailability ?

It is called “ trans ” resveratrol .

Biologically active resveratrol can be identified by its “ trans ” nature .

“Cis ” resveratrol is an unstable molecular structure in the body , whereas “ trans ” resveratrol is a stable molecular structure in the body, resulting in higher absorption and bioavailability .

Therefore, when taking resveratrol , we recommend that you check the label to see if it contains trans-flavors before purchasing .

ROKIT America 40+women uses trans-resveratrol, a form of resveratrol, to enhance absorption and bioavailability .

Rokit America for 40+ women

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We will come back with more useful health information next time .

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[References ]

[1] Yakup Newspaper , “ Resveratrol in wine and grapes prevents breast cancer ,” https://www.yakup.com/news/index.html?nid=109116&mode=view

[2] Medical Today , “ Ajou University research team develops new technology to increase the effectiveness of intractable breast cancer treatment using the antioxidant substance ‘ resveratrol ’. ”

https://mdtoday.co.kr/news/view/1065575823182039