The Secret Behind the French Paradox?

For years scientists have pondered the "French Paradox" – how the French could eat a high fat diet yet have low incidence of heart disease. The answer may, in part, be a newly identified compound, resveratrol. Resveratrol is a naturally occurring substance found in grapes, peanuts, some vines and Japanese knotweed, a popular plant used for years in Asian medicine. The potential benefits of resveratrol for the human population are still being explored.

Resveratrol Study Results Researchers at Harvard Medical School and the National Institute on Aging found that resveratrol in high doses let mice eat a high fat diet yet avoid health problems commonly associated with obesity.

The liver and other systems of these obese mice remained healthy and fat-related deaths dropped 31% for mice fed resveratrol.

Another study showed less weight gain in mice fed resveratrol, greater physical endurance, and better insulin sensitivity.

Resveratrol also demonstrated the ability to increase life span in yeast, mice, and certain fish.

A Powerful Antioxidant with Many Benefits Resveratrol is a powerful antioxidant. One scientist referred to it as "one of the best free radical scavengers." This may account for its beneficial effects. Free radicals are produced naturally by the body and can damage healthy cells.

Resveratrol shows promise for a wide variety of human health problems particularly age-related diseases. Clinical trials are currently underway in areas such as diabetes management and cardiovascular disease. Label Information and Ingredients: Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take one (1) to two (2) capsules daily.

Supplemental Facts Serving Size: 1 Vegetarian Capsule(s) Ingredients Per Serving % DV Resveratrol (from polygonum cuspidatum) 50 mg * * Daily Value Not Established Other Ingredients: Cellulose, magnesium stearate and silicon dioxide.

Caution: Keep out of reach of children. Do not use if outer seal is damaged or missing. Store in a cool, dry place.

Do not exceed recommended dose. Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under 18, and individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement.

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http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/antioxidan...

http://www.cancer.gov/newscenter/pressrelease...