Trans-Resveratrol
Polyphenol found in red wine and grapes, studied for its potential anti-aging and cardiovascular benefits through sirtuin activation.
Resveratrol is a polyphenol compound found in red wine, grapes, and berries. It gained fame for potentially explaining the 'French Paradox' of low heart disease despite high fat intake. Research shows it activates sirtuins (longevity proteins) and has antioxidant effects. Human evidence is still emerging, with most studies in animals showing impressive results.
Activates longevity-associated proteins
Neutralizes harmful free radicals
Reduces inflammatory signaling
How Resveratrol works β from molecular targets to health outcomes. Click an edge to see supporting research.This visualization is in beta β pathways are being refined and expanded.
150-500mg trans-resveratrol
Take with food
| Form | Type |
|---|---|
| πTrans-resveratrol capsules | Recommended |
| πMicronized resveratrol | Alternative |
| πLiposomal | Alternative |
Trans-resveratrol is the active form. Look for products specifying trans-resveratrol content. Micronized forms may have better absorption.
Minimum: 4 weeks
Optimal: 12 weeks
Cycling: Not required
Note: Fat improves absorption. Some evidence suggests taking with quercetin may enhance effects. Bioavailability is generally low.
May support heart and blood vessel health
Lower inflammatory markers
Avoid due to estrogenic activity and insufficient data
Consult doctor due to CYP450 interactions
May increase bleeding risk
May affect metabolism of many drugs
Has mild estrogenic activity
Tip: Take with food
Tip: Reduce dose
Quercetin may inhibit resveratrol metabolism
Improved resveratrol bioavailability and combined antioxidant effects
Both target longevity pathways
Resveratrol activates sirtuins; NMN provides NAD+ fuel
Related polyphenols with overlapping mechanisms
Enhanced sirtuin activation and antioxidant coverage
Both activate longevity pathways
Multiple mechanisms for healthy aging
Resveratrol activates SIRT1 and AMPK pathways; NR provides the NAD+ substrate. Together they support mitochondrial biogenesis and longevity signaling.
Complementary activation of NAD+-SIRT1 axis for mitochondrial health and longevity
Top studies from 39+ peer-reviewed papers
Lahouti M et al. β’ Phytotherapy research : PTR (2025)
βFurther high-quality, long-term studies are necessary to confirm these findings.β
Brown K et al. β’ International journal of molecular sciences (2024)
βIn conclusion, over the last 20 years, the increasing weight of clinical evidence suggests resveratrol can benefit human health, but more large, high-quality clinical trials are required to transition this intriguing compound from health food shops to the clinic.β
Zhou P et al. β’ PloS one (2024)
βThe rankings of safety and efficacy of the 12 antioxidants vary.β
Bertoldo A et al. β’ International journal of molecular sciences (2024)
βFurther studies are now needed to better understand resveratrol's effects and define the optimal dosage and periods of intake to maximize beneficial effects, as well as to prevent adverse outcomes on implantation, subsequent pregnancy and the fetus.β
Long Z et al. β’ Frontiers in immunology (2023)
βDietary polyphenols may improve DAS28, reduce C-reactive protein (CRP) and erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), and improve oxidative stress, etc.β
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