Fit and Youthful Life

Guest Author: Ric Hawkins


Are you frustrated with the conflicting reports on the best food sources for resveratrol?  And is food the best source? This wonder nutrient is important to include in our diet, so here are some of the best sources.

Primarily the highest concentration in food is to be found in the skin, seeds and pomace of grapes, hence the fact that red wine contains some too, as it is fermented longer with the grape skins.

However, red wine is not recommended as one of the best food sources for resveratrol due to the fact you would need to drink well over a liter a day to start to gain any benefit, and the detrimental effects of the alcohol would wipe out any gains.

Other sources are blueberries and peanuts, although in smaller quantities.

Here are the approximate amounts you will get:

1 cup red grapes – 1.25mg

1 cup peanut butter – 0.15mg

1 cup peanuts – 0.25mg

1 cup boiled peanuts -1.30mg

As you can see, even the best food sources for resveratrol are not enough to gain the maximum benefits, so to take it in supplement form is now the most popular way.

High quality ones come from the Japanese Knotweed plant, the most potent source on earth, and one the Japanese have long used for curing and healing many illnesses.

You should make sure that any resveratrol supplements you take only contain natural ingredients, with at least 20mg of the natural 50% trans type, which is the most active one.

I am sure you are aware of the many benefits of this wonder nutrient including helping to fight cancer, diabetes, heart disease and even increasing our lifespan. It is being hailed as the most effective compound to have ever been found to reverse the aging process.

So it is important to get our intake levels up and when combined in a natural multi supplement its effects are greatly enhanced, unlike the best food sources for resveratrol.

You will notice improved clarity of mind, and feel that you have more energy than before, as well as helping to potentially stave off future degenerative diseases when combined with other natural synergetic ingredients like ginkgo biloba and green tea extract.

I am sure many more wonderful discoveries lie ahead, but the fact that we already know the power of this nutrient, means we can start to harness that power now, even though the best food sources for resveratrol don’t provide enough, a daily supplement can provide all we need.

If you would like to learn more about the synergistic supplements which I personally take, including resveratrol, why not visit my website. 

 



Look Young Again

Guest Author: Ric Hawkins


Resveratrol research is coming on in leaps and bounds these days, as more benefits are discovered from this wonder nutrient, but what are they and what does it mean for you?

The latest news is that it is being hailed as the most promising substance in modern times to prevent cancer and the aging process.

New resveratrol research also suggests it may be effective in the fight against leukemia, by helping to switch off the defective cells, while leaving the healthy ones alone. This would be an excellent alternative in the future to chemotherapy, which kills healthy cells too.

The list really appears to be endless, with the announcement in July that pharmaceutical giant GlaxoSmithKline has now invested nearly a billion dollars into research in order to cash in on the life-extending promise of resveratrol-based compounds.

Cholesterol lowering, heart disease protection, and even diabetes have all now been seen to show significant improvements with the use of this super nutrient.  Alzheimer’s is another disease that can be potentially helped also.

Its main power is its antioxidant properties, helping to mop up free radicals that can damage our cells. It is this process that can stop or reverse the aging process according to resveratrol research.

You are perhaps familiar now that one source is red wine! This is because it is found in nature in grape skins, and red wine is fermented longer with the skins. However, you would need to drink over a liter a day to get any benefit, and of course that would potentially damage your liver.

The most potent source is from the Japanese Knotweed plant and this is where most supplements are derived from.

Research on resveratrol also shows that the best way to benefit from it is by taking it as part of a combined multi supplement, whereby you benefit from the synergy of the many ingredients.

It is shown that it combines well with turmeric and green tea extract, and this greatly enhances its healing powers.

Resveratrol research is both revealing and exciting, and we can only imagine what the future will bring us, but in the meantime, we already have the knowledge of its potential health benefits, especially when combined with other natural nutrients.

If you would like to learn more about the synergistic products which I personally take, including resveratrol, visit my website today.

 

Guest Author: Darrell Miller


Resveratrol is a chemical that is found naturally on the skin of red grapes, of the polyphenol family that includes such other members as the powerful antioxidants anthocyanadin and the flavanoids. They destroy free radicals that are responsible for many ill effects in the body, including cardiovascular disease and aging. Aging occurs through the destruction of body cells that free radicals initiate, and can theoretically be retarded by the destruction of the free radicals.

Free radicals are becoming more common invaders of our bodies due to their increasing concentration in the atmosphere through vehicle and aircraft emissions, and also of our seas and rivers through industrial effluents. Free radicals are also created by excessive radiation, such as the harmful UV content of sunlight that is no longer effectively filtered by an adequate ozone layer.

Resveratrol is known to be effective against cardiovascular diseases due to its anti oxidant properties, and also for other reasons, but it is also believed to be a possible anti-aging supplement, to beat off the effects of old age. There is the obvious reason of it being a very powerful anti-oxidant and so preventing cell damage through the effects of free radicals, but there is more to it than just that.

The French do not seem to possess a longevity beyond that which could be expected from their diet high in saturated fats and alcohol. The fact that most of that alcohol is in the form of wines, especially red wines, is significant, but their high cheese intake with its cholesterol and saturated fat content, and other highly saturated animal fats, would be expected to cause a much lower average life expectancy that that which is actually normal in the area.

Although resveratrol is commonly found on red grape skins, and is a constituent of red wine, the quantities are small and it is the Japanese Knotweed that is the major natural source. Resveratrol is currently manufactured from knotweed, which is the main source of the supplement in health food stores. In fact you can purchase online what is described as ‘>99% pure knotweed Resveratrol that is not contaminated with plant residues.’ A lot depends on your viewpoint I suppose!

Perhaps the biggest contribution to be made to longevity by resveratrol is that it can activate the SIRT1 gene. This is the gene that activates the protein and enzyme sirtuin. Sirtuin is thought to be what is loosely terms a ‘protector of cells’ and helps cells to repair themselves when they are close to destruction. When the cell is not sure whether to carry on with the struggle or just give up and die, sirtuin persuades it to fight on and to repair itself. Without the sirtuin, the cell would have died, and as cells die, one ages.

However, the amount of resveratrol found in red wine is insufficient to activate the SIRT1 gene that has to be active before the sirtuin is activated, and supplementation is generally needed. The SIRT1 gene is also activated by a calorie reduced diet, and this can also help to protect cells from dying under stress. Such diets are useful in some situations, but will not necessarily prolong life for those that adopt it.

The SIRT1 enzyme is also thought by some to increase the activity of the mitochondria, the power packs inside cells that provide them with energy by processing fats. Mice fed with resveratrol appeared full of energy that was consistent with a surge in the number and efficiency of the mitochondria within their body cells. This is supported by an increase in muscle tissue. If this is true, and studies on this are continuing, then resveratrol fed to humans could also increase their energy as they age, since the aging process coincides with a reduction in the number and efficiency of the mitochondria within the cells.

This could also tie up in a way with the calorie controlled diet, since an increase in the metabolism that comes with increased mitochondria activity results in a higher calorie uptake, and so a reduction in the free calories available in the body. However, one of the mysteries of the human body is that what makes logical sense does not necessarily work in fact, and so the jury will remain out until the results of the large number of studies underway have been published.

For example, more evidence is required to prove the mitochondria activity theory unequivocally although all of the evidence so far tends to support it. At the moment resveratrol has restricted known uses, though the evidence is being collected and accumulated to provide support for the theories that exist on its ability to help us live longer and with more energy.

As more studies are carried out over the next few years, it seems highly likely that many more beneficial effects will be discovered, and those we are aware of confirmed by scientific proof. Resveratrol has many medicinal properties in addition to its beneficial effect on aging, such as its antioxidant properties, and ability to destroy free radicals, its anti-inflammatory properties where it is of benefit in the treatment of conditions such as arthritis and other inflammatory conditions, and also its effect as an antiseptic agent.

It is already known to increase the longevity of fruit flies, yeasts and worms and results on mice are just as encouraging. The theory behind its effect on human longevity is valid science, and it is known that if cells have a longer time to repair broken DNA, then they are able to do so. The enzyme sirtuin does this, and that is activated by the SIRT1 gene that is turn is activated by resveratrol. So the theory works, and so far laboratory tests are supporting this theory.

Whether or not resveratrol helps us to live longer or look younger as we age is not yet known, but studies are under way. Since the material is natural and not a prescription drug, there is nothing to prevent you from using it, but you are advised to consult your doctor before trying out medication that you have not taken before.



The French Women’s Beauty Secret

Guest Author: Ric Hawkins


What is resveratrol seems to be a popular question these days since CBS did their 60 minutes program on it, and rightly so. And with the correct resveratrol dosage and combination, this nutrient could literally help to save your life.

Resveratrol is a powerful antioxidant that is produced by certain plants to protect against environmental stresses. Antioxidants help fight against cancer and the aging process among others, by mopping up free radicals.

Free radicals are unstable atoms caused in part by pollution, sunlight, and our bodies natural burning of fat that can lead to cancer, aging, and also brain degeneration.

 Another good question as well as what is resveratrol, is where does it come from? Good everyday sources, as you may know, are red wines, Spanish in particular.

The other main ones are red grape skins (hence the wine!), blueberries and peanuts. One of the most potent sources is from the Japanese Knotweed bush, and this is what is used in high quality supplements, helping to give you the best resveratrol dosage.

The numbers of health issues that it can help with seem endless, including protecting against heart disease, Alzheimer\’s, and reversing the signs of aging leading to a longer healthier life.

More is being found out all the time about this incredible nutrient, so watch this space! It is already being hailed as one of the most significant substances ever found to reverse the signs of aging.

With regards to resveratrol dosage, a general guide for adults is 20 -40mg per day.  This would be the equivalent of well over a liter of the correct red wine every day! So another answer to the question of what is resveratrol good for maybe is getting a little too tipsy if you get it from red wine!

The best way to avoid this is to take it in a combined health supplement. I say combined because when you have many synergetic nutrients working together, this greatly enhances the overall health benefits compared to if you took them separately.

 What is resveratrol and other synergetic ingredients going to do for your health in the future?

It may take a while to see and feel the health benefits that come from this nutrient as they are very subtle, but you can be secure in the knowledge it is helping to keep you healthy and younger looking as the years go by!

However with a good multi supplement you will see and feel differences very quickly including improved mental clarity and improved vision among others, benefits you could not get solely from a single resveratrol dosage.

So in closing, I hope I have gone a little way in answering your question what is resveratrol and also hope you will take advantage of its amazing powers, especially when combined in synergy with other nutrients. It could very well end up saving your life.

If you would like to learn more about the synergistic products which I personally take, why not visit my website



The French Women’s Beauty Secret

Guest Author: Valerie Rosenbaum


If you are looking for a resveratrol recommended dosage for a specific health problem, you might ask a practitioner of traditional Japanese or Chinese herbal medicine about the appropriate dose of Japanese knotweed. Of course, they would only recommend the plant for use as a laxative, to relieve constipation or promote regularity.

Japanese knotweed is the most concentrated source of resveratrol and is the source for most dietary supplements. It is found in grape skins and peanuts, too. But, the supplement only appeared on shelves after news reports proclaimed that it was “the” compound in red wine that accounted for the health benefits of the beverage.

Later, conflicting research concluded that it could not account for the benefits, because the concentration was too low. That result never made it to the mass media. When the studies about red wine were released, vineyards wanted to have it classified as a “health food”. People, wanting to do everything that they can for their health, are prone to jump on the bandwagon and drive up demand for foods, beverages and supplements. That’s what happened with resveratrol supplements in 2006.

There are dozens of different manufacturers and none of them seem to agree on a daily resveratrol recommended dosage. Generally, if you wanted this kind of dietary supplement, you would be interested in the protective or preventative benefits, such as those that pertain to the heart and to preventing cancer. But, if you greatly exceed the amount that is present in nature, there could be a problem.

A liter of red wine with the highest concentration would only contain 12.59mg of the compound. The dried knotweed root contains as much as 187mg/kg or .187mg/gram. So, if a practitioner suggested 24 grams to relieve severe constipation, the patient would only receive about 4.48mg of resveratrol.

If a supplement company lists a resveratrol recommended dosage at 200mg or higher, you will almost surely experience diarrhea, which could lead to dehydration and is not beneficial for your health. At higher dosages, which are found in some of the supplements on the market, all of the known health benefits of this potent antioxidant are negated, because it becomes a pro-oxidant, meaning that it is something like a free radical, which is what antioxidants normally neutralize.

There is a lot of misinformation on the internet. Let me set the record straight. For the long-term health benefits of decreased cancer risk and cardiovascular health, a 20-50mg daily dose is sufficient. That’s according to a well respected chemist, nutritionist and doctor of naturopathic medicine.

He suggests that this resveratrol recommended dosage be combined with other beneficial extracts and essential nutrients that will allow you to feel better and possibly, live longer. What we want to strive for is the “optimal” nutritional intake. All of the basic vitamins, minerals and amino acids contribute to our long-term health and longevity.

There is no single stand-alone nutrient that is more beneficial to your health than any other. Consider this resveratrol recommended dosage a single part of your complete daily nutritional intake.



Secret of Youth

Guest Author: Ric Hawkins


If you are like me, you\’ve probably read many a resveratrol review, and are perhaps finding it a little perplexing with all the different opinions. I hope to straighten a few things out for you here.

It is a fact that it is being hailed as the most promising nutritional discovery in modern times, in part due to the fact it can block cancer at all stages. Most resveratrol reviews you read should have stated this.

It was discovered over 20 years ago, so very new in terms of modern science, being found in the skins of red grapes, blueberries and the highest concentration in the Japanese Knotweed plant. This is the reason red wine is meant to be a good source as it is fermented longer with grape skins.

More research is coming to light all the time including how it can help protect against heart disease, Alzheimer\’s, diabetes and very importantly, extending life.

Many a resveratrol review does state what a powerful antioxidant it is, helping to mop up free radicals that can do so much damage. It is these that are responsible for cancers, loss of brain function and the aging process.

It seems it can turn of damaged cells, preventing them from becoming cancerous, while leaving the healthy cells alone, something that chemotherapy doesn’t do.

One thing that alarms me are the resveratrol reviews that state wild claims about how it can help you lose a ton of weight, seemingly without having to diet  at all! These are unfounded because although it can help as part of a good dieting regime by helping to burn calories and boosting your metabolism, it is no wonder weight loss aid.

These types of resveratrol review just detract from the main incredible powers that this wonder nutrient has.

Now I mentioned wine as a potential source, and while it is good, you would need to drink over a liter a day to start to gain any significant benefit! The obvious health problems that this could lead to counter anything gained.

Most experts agree that it is best taken combined with other synergetic nutrients in a multi supplement.

This is because when combined with green tea and turmeric extract for example, its ability to fight cancer, aging and others is greatly enhanced. You also get the benefits of all the other ingredients which help to promote health and vitality.

I hope this resveratrol review has been helpful to you and that you will make it a point to incorporate this wonder nutrient into your daily routine, and who knows, it could help you live a longer and healthier life!

If you would like to learn more about the synergistic products which I personally take, including resveratrol, why not visit my website.

 

 

Guest Author: JC McDowell


There has been a long standing debate on the health benefits of consuming moderate amounts of alcohol. Specifically in regards to red wine, it may not be the alcohol that is gaining so much attention as the resveratrol that is in the red wine.

While resveratrol can be found in plants such as peanuts, mulberries, eucalyptus, spruce, and lily, resveratrol is most abundant in grapes used to make wine. Vitis vinifera, muscadine, and labrusca grapes have the most abundant natural sources of resveratrol. Resveratrol can be found in the vines, roots, stalks, and seeds of the plants, but the highest concentration is found in the skins.

The amount of resveratrol contained in the wine is related to the length of time the grape skins are present during the fermentation process. That’s why the concentration of reseveratrol is much higher in red wine than in white wine where the juice is pressed from the grapes and the skins are removed early in the wine making process. Since grape juice is not a fermented beverage it is not a significant source of resveratrol.

Resveratrol is produced as part of a plants defense system and is an antibiotic to protect the plant against disease. Interestingly, higher concentrations of resveratrol are found in grapes grown in cooler climates where fungal infections are much more common.

The Japanese and Chinese have been using the active ingredient of resveratrol as a traditional treatment for human fungal, inflammatory, lipid, allergic, and hypertensive diseases for decades, but the health benefits of resveratrol in red wine have only came to the attention to the scientific community in recent years as a possible explanation for the ‘French Paradox’.

You see, the French have a high saturated fat diet, but a very low incidence of heart disease. Red wine, due to the grape skins, is thought to be the answer to this anomaly. Resveratrol is now being researched as a powerful antioxidant and anti-cancer agent. To date, there are no long term clinical studies to determine the health benefits of consuming red wine, but combined with the well documented benefits to moderate continual alcohol intake, there doesn’t appear to be a health risk associated with resveratrol in red wine.

Before you run out and start buying cases of red wine as a cure for heart disease remember that there can be too much of a good thing. The American Heart Association suggests 1-2 glasses of alcohol per day is the optimal amount to reduce the risk of heart disease. More than two glasses of alcohol per day pose long term health risks that far outweigh any potential health benefits that can be obtained with resveratrol as an antioxidant or anti-cancer agent.

A Toast! To the many good things that can be found in a bottle of Red Wine.



Secret of Youth

Guest Author: Robert Steele


The golden rule in weight loss is pretty simple: take in fewer calories than you expend in exercise.  However, as any dieter will tell you, it’s far from easy. Americans spend billions of dollars a year on weight loss supplements, exercise programs and other diet aids-and still we can’t seem to win the battle of the bulge-even when we get desperate enough to try risky surgery or fad diets.

Recently a new product has come to light that may help people trying to lose weight stay on the healthy end of the spectrum:  Resveratrol Select, which is unlike many diet supplements in that it uses a combination of natural and herbal ingredients designed to help the body stay healthy while losing weight.How? By mimicking certain aspects of the Mediterranean diet.Studies have shown that part of America’s war with weight lies in the uniquely modern American combination of stressful lifestyle and fast-food consumption, and that the Mediterranean diet and lifestyle seem to be more conducive to healthier weight levels and longevity.

In fact, much as been made on the news in recent months of the purported “French Paradox,” (how the French eat a high-fat diet, enjoy rich desserts, drink wine and still have better cardiovascular health than the rest of us). One of the biggest differences between the American and French diet seems to be the wine consumption, and red wine (a staple on most Mediterranean tables) contains one of nature’s most powerful antioxidants, resveratrol, which is a key ingredient in Resveratrol Select.In addition to wine, resveratrol is also found in grape skins, blueberries, cranberries and other plants, and recent animal and in vitro studies indicate that it can have a positive effect on helping to maintain healthy cholesterol levels, supporting insulin health and optimizing metabolic and immune pathways that protect cells and improve mitochondrial function.

One capsule of Resveratrol Select includes as much resveratrol as 200 glasses of wine-without the added calories that alcohol can add to the waistline.  But consuming resveratrol alone isn’t enough to help with weight loss-so the manufacturers of Resveratrol Select also added a different type of antioxidant, Green Tea Extract (EGCG), which could make a big difference. Over time, green tea consumption helps increase metabolism, burn fat and reduce fat storage due to its caffeine and L-theanin content, which can be pivotal in helping to maintain energy for exercise.

Resveratrol Select combines these two powerful antioxidants with yet another energy boosting ingredient, Chromium, a niacin-based mineral that plays an important role in how the body uses insulin to burn sugars, carbohydrates, fats, and proteins for energy.

Although relatively new to the market, Resveratrol Select seems to be making a big splash, and many people are taking advantage of the free trial offer to see how well the product works for them. The trial offer also includes two bonus tools to help with weight loss: an e-book with over 70 weight loss tips, and a weight loss visualization audio.  Of course, consuming fewer calories while burning more is the most efficient form of weight loss, and it’s always a good idea to inform your doctor before taking a weight loss supplement, but this new combination herbal supplement is worth a look for those concerned about maintaining good health while losing weight.

For more information on Resveratrol Select’s free trial offer and bonus materials, visit  www.Lose-Dress-Sizes.com.

Guest Author: Ric Hawkins


Let’s face it, we have all heard the stories about how red wine is good for you now! But did you know that grapes contain resveratrol, and hence why it exists in wine?

Red wine is fermented for longer with the grape skins and therefore has a higher level, though you would need over a liter a day to see any small benefits, and the alcohol amount consumed will lead to other health issues as you can imagine!

Grapes contain resveratrol primarily in their skins, seeds and the pomace, and it is also found in blueberries and peanuts, though to a lesser extent.

We should all be thinking about how to include this wonder nutrient in our diets, as the list is growing all the time about what it is capable of, including preventing heart disease, lowering cholesterol and even increasing our lifespan.

However, eating handfuls of grapes all day may not appeal to you, and you will not receive enough to get the maximum benefits, even though grapes contain resveratrol.

The most effective method to get the most potent extract is not to get resveratrol from grapes, but from Japanese Knotweed extract. This plant has the highest concentration of it on the planet.

The Japanese have long known about its medicinal and healing properties, it is only now in the West we are starting to wake up to it as a potential cure for many diseases. In fact resveratrol is being hailed as the most significant substance found in modern times to reverse the effects of aging.

This is due to it being such a powerful antioxidant, cleaning up the free radical cells which can harm our healthy cells, without harming the body in any way.

So what is the best way to incorporate it into your daily routine? Most experts agree that taking it as part of a multi supplement is the most effective way, because as I said even though grapes contain resveratrol, it just not practical.

 My advice would be to look for a product that only uses natural synergetic ingredients, with at least 20mg of natural 50% trans-resveratrol, which is the most active type.

You don’t want to receive the benefits of it on its own, but rather in a product that has many nutrients in it that work synergistically with one another.

So in closing, I hope I have answered some of your thoughts and you now know for sure that grapes contain resveratrol!

 I also hope you will make it a point to include this wonder nutrient and others into your life and help to safeguard your health not only for now, but for the future too.

If you would like to learn more about the synergistic products which I personally take, including resveratrol, why not visit my website. 



The French Women’s Beauty Secret