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resveratrol

resveratrol

4 8.4
A natural substance found in plants like grapes and red wine that may help health
  • noun
  • /ˌrɛzˈvɛrəˌtrɔl/
  • Specialized
: resveratrol
  • According to the Linus Pauling Institute at OSU, red wine contains resveratrol and even higher levels of flavonoids.
  • concentration of resveratrol
  • amount of resveratrol
  • effect of resveratrol

I take vitamin D, I do not take resveratrol, although a lot of people do.

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Examples

  • Clinical studies being done on resveratrol and the positive effects it has on aging are showing great results.

    Blog text (22)
  • Many studies suggest that resveratrol, found in red wine, may have health benefits for the heart.

  • Researchers say that resveratrol in red wine probably accounts for this.

    Academic text (1997)
  • Eating foods made with muscadine products is a good way to get a significant amount of resveratrol in the average diet.

    Academic text (1997)
  • And FYI, red wine has a chemical called resveratrol in it, which has been proven to significantly extend human lifespan.

  • Resveratrol is a naturally occurring polyphenol that is synthesized by a variety of plant species.

    Academic text (2008)
  • Kurzweil also consumes red wine because it contains the compound resveratrol, which extends human lifespan according to some evidence.

    Blog text (10)
  • Later the same year, Sinclair reported that resveratrol counteracted the detrimental effects of a high-fat diet.

    Blog text (22)
  • Resveratrol is a polyphenol that occurs in abundance in grapes and grape products (e.g., red wine).

    Academic text (2008)
  • Nutritionists often recommend resveratrol as an antioxidant to support overall wellness.

Synonyms

phytochemical
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  • Specialized
2 7.5

A chemical in plants that can affect health

is a specific plant compound rather than a general biologically active chemical
polyphenol
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  • Specialized
1 6.7

A natural chemical in plants that helps protect cells from damage

is a single plant compound studied for possible health benefits not a broad class
phytonutrient
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1 6.8

Natural substances in plants that help protect your health when you eat them

is a single plant compound studied scientifically rather than a broadly believed nutrient
flavonol
vsresveratrol
  • Specialized
1 7.6

A natural substance in plants that protects cells and makes some fruits yellow

is a single plant compound rather than a subgroup linked to pale plant colors

Surface Forms

resveratrol singular
resveratrols plural

Etymology

Resveratrol was created by scientists and gives a small hint about the molecule: the ending -ol means 'alcohol', and the first part resverat- points to plant sources such as grapes and peanuts where it was found. So, the name reminds you that resveratrol is a natural plant chemical found in grapes and red wine that scientists study for possible health benefits.