Friday, March 8, 2013

The Secret of Wine's Health Benefits Are Being Unlocked

Scientists Shed Light On How Resveratrol Work by Geoffrey Mohan.  Los Angeles Times.  March 7, 2013.

Red wine and dark chocolate contain resveratrol which has  a chemical link with a group of enzymes, sirtuins, which are thought by some to trigger proteins that rejuvenate cells.  Foods such as grapes, peanuts, cocoa, and berries contain resveratrol.  These foods provoke effects similar to calorie restriction which stimulates cellular damage repair and prevents harmful cellular activity.  Harvard geneticist David Sinclair, the focus of the article, has clarified through his research how resveratrol works.

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