Compound Monograph
Resveratrol
A stilbene polyphenol produced by plants as a defence compound, widely studied as an antioxidant with cardiovascular and anti-aging research interest.
Classification
Resveratrol is one of the stilbenes, part of the phenolics class. Antioxidant compounds built around one or more phenol rings — the flavonoids, tannins, phenolic acids, coumarins, and pigments behind much of a plant's protective chemistry.
Where Does It Come From? (3)
Resveratrol is one of the stilbenes, found in Grapes, Japanese knotweed and Sarsaparilla.