Resveratrol
Women all over the world seek out natural methods for improving health, including the control of weight and the prevention of aging. Of the natural remedies, some women are turning to a daily consumption of Resveratrol, either by supplement or by red wine consumption. Understanding the origin of Resveratrol and the implications on health will provide for a better decision making process in women's health.
As a derivative of plants, Resveratrol, in preliminary research, has been shown to potentially inhibit the spread and replication of a variety of viral infections from influenza to HIV. Commonly found in red grapes, Resveratrol is being marketed as the next natural health supplement with many consumers turning to red wine as a natural, dietary method for obtaining Resveratrol.
In addition to the viral implications, Resveratrol is being studied in the application as a beauty product in the anti-aging market and may also be used as an anti-fungal agent. With implications within the beauty market, some research has begun into the application of Resveratrol and its success in improving the health of organs even in the face of a high calorie diet. In research conducted thus far, Resveratrol, when used with a high calorie diet, prevents the absorption of fat by the organs thereby improving the life of the organs and improving health and aging factors.
While Resveratrol is not considered a treatment to disease, it is used widely as a nutritional supplement in an effort to control infection. For individuals suffering from influenza, also known as the flu, Resveratrol has been shown to prevent the continued reproduction of the flu virus if taken within six hours of infection.
While still considered an investigational supplement, many women are turning to Resveratrol as a dietary supplement. However, in preliminary studies, the use of Resveratrol may attribute to an increased risk of breast cancer and liver disorders. With these considerations, women would be prudent to avoid the use of Resveratrol supplements until discussion with a healthcare professional has taken place.
As an alternative to using a daily Resveratrol supplement, some women are obtaining Resveratrol through a natural intake of red wine each day. Limiting consumption to one 4 ounce glass claiming to see the improvement in skin and in weight control. While these claims are not substantiated fully, some research has suggested red wine may improve the risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease. However, there is concern, again, that the consumption of alcohol may significantly impair the liver.
What is the most common health recommendation of today is the modification of diet to control aging, improve weight control and prevent or control viral infections. Until full research is complete, the deliberate use of Resveratrol, to improve weight, age and viral infection, is not recommended by the healthcare industry.