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While the research on resveratrol and aging is promising, it is crucial to approach it with a balanced perspective. Ongoing studies and clinical trials are essential to validate its efficacy and understand its role in human health and longevity better. | While the research on resveratrol and aging is promising, it is crucial to approach it with a balanced perspective. Ongoing studies and clinical trials are essential to validate its efficacy and understand its role in human health and longevity better. | ||
== Forms of Resveratrol == | |||
Resveratrol exists in two geometric isomers: cis-resveratrol and trans-resveratrol. | |||
* '''Trans-resveratrol''' is the most abundant and biologically active form of resveratrol in plants. It is the form that has been most studied in scientific research and is thought to be responsible for the majority of the health benefits associated with resveratrol. | |||
* '''Cis-resveratrol''' is less abundant in nature and less biologically active than trans-resveratrol. However, it has still been shown to have some health benefits, such as antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. | |||
In addition to cis- and trans-resveratrol, there are also a number of other forms of resveratrol, including: | |||
* '''Piceatannol:''' Piceatannol is a metabolite of resveratrol that is found in red grape skins and Japanese knotweed. It has been shown to have some similar health benefits to trans-resveratrol, such as antioxidant and anti-cancer effects. | |||
* '''Resveratrol glucosides:''' Resveratrol glucosides are conjugated forms of resveratrol that are linked to glucose molecules. These forms of resveratrol are less bioavailable than trans-resveratrol, but they may be more stable and easier to store. | |||
* '''Resveratrol dimers and oligomers:''' Resveratrol dimers and oligomers are formed when two or more molecules of resveratrol link together. These forms of resveratrol have been shown to have some unique biological activities, such as anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory effects. | |||
The most common form of resveratrol available as a supplement is trans-resveratrol. Trans-resveratrol supplements are typically made from grape seed extract or Japanese knotweed extract. | |||
== Formulations and Bioavailability == | |||
=== Trans-Resveratrol === | |||
=== Micronized Resveratrol === | |||
=== Liposomal Resveratrol === | |||
== Dosage and Administration == | == Dosage and Administration == | ||