Resveratrol, found in red wine, worsens MS-like symptoms

Wednesday, October 2, 2013 - 11:31 in Health & Medicine

Resveratrol, a naturally occurring polyphenol compound produced by the skin of red grapes and peanuts, and found in red wine, has been touted as a beneficial supplement due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. This has been supported by some experimental studies, whereas others suggest a lack of benefit. A new study using two multiple sclerosis models has found that resveratrol actually worsened MS-like neuropathology and inflammation and had no neuroprotective effects.

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