(Natural News) Grapes are berries that grow on a vine. Because of their versatility, variety and portability, grapes are popular all over the world. More than 72 million tons of grapes are grown annually around the globe – more than bananas, oranges or apples. Grapes can be crimson, black, dark blue, yellow, green, orange and pink. They […]

(Natural News) Many gardeners are wary of Japanese knotweed (Fallopia japonica), especially since it’s invasive to the United States. But in a paper published in the journal Molecular Nutrition and Food Research, researchers have found that Japanese knotweed extract can help reduce the harmful effects of nitrite in processed foods like bacon. Resveratrol and Japanese knotweed […]

(Natural News) We all know grapes to be sweet and juicy little fruits — the main ingredients for making red wine. We also know that they’re packed with nutrients, and they can be used to make jams, jellies, raisins and many other food products. But grapes can also be used for other purposes, such as […]

(Natural News) Resveratrol is a powerful natural compound that’s known for its heart benefits. Found abundantly in the skins and seeds of grapes, peanuts, cocoa and berries, resveratrol has cardioprotective, antiviral, neuroprotective, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, according to studies. Piceatannol is a natural derivative of resveratrol that’s also found in fruits and vegetables. Reports suggest […]

(Natural News) People battling with Alzheimer’s disease may have heard of resveratrol, a natural compound found in grapes. Resveratrol is a powerful antioxidant that protects cells against oxidative damage caused by free radicals. Free radicals are compounds that can be harmful when there are too much of them in the body. They are linked to a host of […]

(Natural News) A study published in the journal Neuropharmacology found that plant-based compound resveratrol can potentially lower depression and anxiety. This is because resveratrol inhibits enzyme expression of phosphodiesterase 4 or PDE4, which is linked to depression and anxiety. Current antidepressants focus on other components of the brain such as serotonin. But only one-third of patients with depression enter full remission […]

(Natural News) Resveratrol is a compound known to not just alleviate joint pain, but also lower the incidence of heart disease. However, the process by which it does this is still being explored. While the protective properties of resveratrol are commonly attributed to its antioxidant activity, a study funded by the British Heart Foundation shows that this […]

(Natural News) Long spaceflight missions, such as future manned missions to Mars, can result in astronaut “deconditioning,” or a loss in bone density and a decrease of muscle mass. However, many of these negative effects can be alleviated with the help of a key ingredient in red wine: resveratrol. With today’s technology, astronauts will be […]

(Natural News) People suffering from ulcerative colitis can benefit from a plant compound found in red wine and chocolate. A recent study published in the Archives of Medical Research revealed that resveratrol can improve the quality of life of patients with ulcerative colitis. What is ulcerative colitis? Ulcerative colitis is a chronic disease that affects the inner […]

(Natural News) Red wine contains resveratrol, a natural chemical that lowers blood pressure. Researchers from the U.K. reported that the compound might serve as a new treatment for hypertension. Resveratrol appears in the skin of a grape. It possesses many properties that benefit human health. Proponents say the molecule may improve cancer, cardiovascular disease, dementia, […]