Resveratrol

Reservatrol is a compound found primarily in red wine and is naturally occurring antioxidant. It is believed that the polyphenol called reservatrol may prevent damage to blood vessels, reduces "bad" cholesterol and prevents blood clots. 

Five Facts on Resveratol Supplements: 

	Increases testosterone levels, improves erectile dysfunction and increases sperm count and motility
	Assists the body's immune function, metabolism and the scavenging of free radicals
	A naturally occurring antioxidant
	Primarily found in red wine
	Recommend Fertility Dosage:   400 mg

Resveratrol is a naturally occurring antioxidant known for its healthy heart benefits. It may also help fight cancer cells.

The antioxidant properties can be helpful for male and female fertility, assisting the body's immune function, metabolism and scavenging free radicals.

Resveratrol can enhance testosterone levels, trigger penile erection and improve sperm counts and sperm motility.  

Since this is not an essential nutrient, resveratrol deficiency is not a health issue.

About 70% of all resveratrol taken orally is absorbed.

Food Sources of Resveratrol:

The food with the most resveratrol is red wine.  However, it can also be obtained from:

• grapes
• peanuts
• beer
• white wine
• blueberries
• cranberries.

Although, it is not sure if eating foods are as effective as drinking red wine. 

Those that wish to avoid alcohol use, especially those that plan to concieve, can benefit from taking supplements instead.

Supplements:

While the optimal level of resveratrol is unknown, it has been found that an 8 ounce glass of red wine a day or the equivalent of in a supplement is beneficial to heart health. 

Dosage:

Adults recommendation is 200-600 mcg per day or as directed per your healtcare professional.

Cautions:

Resveratrol may be contraindicated with blood thinning medications.