Origin: May be derived from the skin of grapes, blueberries, raspberries, mulberries, and peanuts.
Also Known As:
trans-3,5,4′-Trihydroxystilbene
3,4′,5-Stilbenetriol
trans-Resveratrol
(E)-5-(p-Hydroxystyryl)resorcinol
(E)-5-(4-hydroxystyryl)benzene-1,3-diol
Overview: Resveratrol is a is a stilbenoid, a type of natural phenol, and a phytoalexin produced by several plants in response to injury or, when the plant is under attack by pathogens such as bacteria or fungi. It is commonly used as a dietary supplement due to its antioxidant-like behavior when ingested.
Common Dosage: At the moment, there is no standard dosage for resveratrol. However, supplements on the market today contain 250 to 500 mg.
