Abstract
Resveratrol (3,3,4’-trans-trihydroxystilbene) is a polyphenolic phytoalexin that is produced by several plants as response to stress attack like UV exposure or fungus and bacteria infections [1]. It shows a variety of biological activities such as protection against atherosclerosis and against cardiovascular diseases and anticarcinogenic properties [2]. In recent years resveratrol has enjoyed an upswing in its popularity stimulated through investigations concerning the so called “French paradox” [3].
Highlights
Resveratrol (3,3,4’-trans-trihydroxystilbene) is a polyphenolic phytoalexin that is produced by several plants as response to stress attack like UV exposure or fungus and bacteria infections [1]
It shows a variety of biological activities such as protection against atherosclerosis and against cardiovascular diseases and anticarcinogenic properties [2]
In recent years resveratrol has enjoyed an upswing in its popularity stimulated through investigations concerning the so called “French paradox” [3]
Summary
Resveratrol (3,3,4’-trans-trihydroxystilbene) is a polyphenolic phytoalexin that is produced by several plants as response to stress attack like UV exposure or fungus and bacteria infections [1]. 1 Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University Graz, Schubertstraße 1, A-8010 Graz, Austria 2 Institute of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, University Frankfurt, Max-von-Laue-Str. 9, D-60438 Frankfurt, Germany
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