Resveratrol is a naturally occurring phytoalexin. Phytoalexins are chemical substances produced by plants as a defense against environmental stresses and infection by pathogenic microorganisms, such as fungi. Studies suggest that resveratrol demonstrates potent antioxidant activity and may be associated with a reduced risk of cancer. Resveratrol may also be cardioprotective due to its ability to inhibit the oxidation of low-density lipoproteins (LDL) and inhibit platelet aggregation.
