Resveratrol in peanuts

Year Published: 2014

Journal

Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr

Authors

Sales JM, Resurreccion AV

Methods

This article is a review of resveratrol, a polyphenol that is found in peanuts.

Key Findings

Key Findings: Resveratrol is found in raw and roasted peanuts, as well as peanut butter. It is considered an antioxidant that helps to prevent cellular damage, and also exerts a cardiovascular protective effect. Resveratrol shows evidence for cancer protection as well as promise in the treatment of Alzheimer's and diabetes.