Resveratrol

Resveratrol has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. Resveratrol acts as a powerful antioxidant that directly reduces oxidative stress damaging motor neurons in ALS. Resveratrol induces autophagy and supports longevity. Resveratrol has broad anti-inflammatory and protective effects at the cellular level. Resveratrol decreases neurotoxic processes active in ALS. Resveratrol acts as a powerful antioxidant that directly reduces the oxidative stress damaging motor neurons in ALS. Resveratrol activates sirtuins, proteins linked to cellular repair and lifespan extension. Resveratrol enhances cells' ability to resist stressors that would otherwise trigger malignant transformation, operating at the prevention stage. Resveratrol's longevity benefits and cancer risk reduction share the same biological pathways. Resveratrol should be taken as a supplement in pill form for practical and effective dosing. Drinking wine is not a viable way to obtain resveratrol because alcohol damages the liver and negates the benefits. Resveratrol is found in grape skins and in particularly high concentrations in Japanese knotweed. Grapes are the primary dietary source of resveratrol.