Compound Profile

Resveratrol

Resveratrol carries a Grade B rating — moderate evidence.

Last reviewed: •5 sources citedReport a correctionProfile-wide ·B Moderate

Review needed — GI upset Details

Evidence
Moderate evidence
Typical onset
Varies by prep
Safety rating
Review needed: Safety review pending
Best for
Anti Inflammatory, Antioxidant
Avoid / review if
Anticoagulants
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Safety

Safety & Cautions

GI upset

Standard caution

Caution level: Standard. No specific caution categories were detected in the source record.

Evidence-based safety

Caution when combined

Severity and certainty are shown separately. A high-priority caution can still be theoretical: these pairings are screened from shared contraindication mechanisms and are not automatically documented clinical interactions. Provenance identifies the source fields that produced each flag; it does not upgrade the certainty of the pairwise claim.

Evidence Summary

Profile-wide ·B Moderate

Evidence lens

Useful signal, but study design, dose, and population still matter.

ModerateModerate evidence

Human clinical evidence: Present in source signals

Mechanistic / preclinical: Mechanism mapped — Inflammatory Signaling Modulation · Oxidative Stress Modulation · Mitochondrial Support

Research maturity: Established research — main contexts: Anti Inflammatory · Antioxidant

Safety boundary: Safety note available — GI upset

This profile cites 5 human studies.

Evidence Strength

Confidence estimate based on the design quality and consistency of published clinical trials.

Moderate evidence

Resveratrol has a moderate evidence rating.

AdaptogenStress & MoodLongevity
Citation density
2.0
Sources
4
Effects
2
Research recency
Mixed recency
Evidence Grade

Grade B: Moderate Evidence

Evaluation of methodological rigor, population reach, and evidence alignment.

Design Match
Meta analysis
Risk of Bias
Low
Consistency
Consistent
Strongest recorded design is a meta analysis, drawn from 6 recorded studies, 6 in people. No disagreement is recorded across them.
How evidence grades work

Each grade reflects the strength and consistency of published human evidence — not marketing claims. Grades are based on study count, design quality, effect size, consistency, and recency.

Strong
Multiple RCTs, consistent direction, adequate effect size
Moderate
Some RCTs or consistent observational data in humans
Preliminary / Mixed
Animal or in-vitro only, or conflicting human data
Traditional / Theoretical
Traditional use only; no controlled human trials
Clinical Study Summaries (4)3 human evidence sources · 0 human trials · Participant totals not consistently reported · Consistency not yet classifiable

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What the evidence actually shows

This table contains 4 structured sources, including 3 human evidence sources; 0 are human trials.

StudyDesignNDoseDurationPopulationOutcomeResult & magnitudeSource

A 2026 meta-analysis of 23 randomized trials in 1,005 adults with overweight or obesity found no significant effect of resveratrol on body weight, BMI, fat mass, body-fat percentage, fat-free mass, waist-to-hip ratio, adiponectin, or leptin; waist circumference decreased modestly.

Background
Meta-analysis

Statistically combines results from multiple eligible studies; confidence still depends on the quality, consistency, and directness of those studies.

—————A 2026 meta-analysis of 23 randomized trials in 1,005 adults with overweight or obesity found no significant effect of resveratrol on body weight, BMI, fat mass, body-fat percentage, fat-free mass, waist-to-hip ratio, adiponectin, or leptin; waist circumference decreased modestly.PubMed →

A seven-trial meta-analysis found no significant improvement in ApoB or ApoA-I with resveratrol. This null evidence should remain visible rather than being overshadowed by broader mechanistic or cardiometabolic claims.

Background
Meta-analysis

Statistically combines results from multiple eligible studies; confidence still depends on the quality, consistency, and directness of those studies.

—————A seven-trial meta-analysis found no significant improvement in ApoB or ApoA-I with resveratrol. This null evidence should remain visible rather than being overshadowed by broader mechanistic or cardiometabolic claims.PubMed →

A 2025 meta-analysis found no significant overall effect of resveratrol on SIRT1 gene expression, SIRT1 protein expression, or serum SIRT1 levels. Some duration- or tissue-specific subgroup signals did not alter the null overall findings.

Background
Meta-analysis

Statistically combines results from multiple eligible studies; confidence still depends on the quality, consistency, and directness of those studies.

—————A 2025 meta-analysis found no significant overall effect of resveratrol on SIRT1 gene expression, SIRT1 protein expression, or serum SIRT1 levels. Some duration- or tissue-specific subgroup signals did not alter the null overall findings.PubMed →

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Background
Other / unclear

The study design is not yet classified clearly enough to infer its place in the evidence hierarchy.

—————Synthesis of hyperbranched polyethylene amphiphiles by chain walking polymerization in tandem with RAFT polymerization and supramolecular self-assembly vesiclesPubMed →

How Resveratrol Works

Simplified mechanism pathway based on preclinical and pharmacological evidence. Does not confirm clinical efficacy.

Mechanism Pathway — How Resveratrol Works

How Resveratrol WorksResveratrol acts on biological target pathways via anti inflammatory, leading to anti inflammatory.ResveratrolBiological TargetBiological pathwayAnti InflammatoryAnti InflammatoryObservable outcomeAntioxidantParallel pathway
CompoundTarget / ReceptorMechanismEffect / Outcome

Dosing

Dose guidance
150 500 mg/day
Mechanisms & biological pathways

Preclinical mechanism details from scientific profiles; these represent plausible pathways but do not guarantee clinical efficacy in humans.

  • Inflammatory Signaling Modulation
  • Oxidative Stress Modulation
  • Mitochondrial Support
  • Metabolic Regulation
  • Vascular Function Support
  • SIRT1 Signaling

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Product form & quality guidelines

When sourcing Resveratrol, verify the label for:

  • Standardized Extract: Confirm active content percentages on the supplement facts panel (e.g. standardized to specific marker compounds) rather than simple raw herb weights.
  • Third-Party Testing: Look for independent purity labels (USP, NSF, ConsumerLab, or Eurofins) to ensure the product is free from heavy metals, solvents, and contaminants.
  • Form Bioavailability: Ensure the form matches evidence-supported configurations (e.g. chelated bisglycinate/glycinate for magnesium, micronized monohydrate for creatine) for optimal onset and digestion tolerance.

Safety first · Harm reduction

This information is educational and not medical advice. Start low, avoid risky combinations, and consult a licensed clinician before making health decisions—especially if you use medications, have diagnosed conditions, or are pregnant/breastfeeding.

Learn how we evaluate confidence, safety, and intensity on the methodology page.

By Willie B. Randolph III

Founder & Head Researcher · Oak Ridge, TN · Last reviewed August 2026

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Checked against primary sources, cited evidence, and contraindication language before publication. Evidence claims, safety language, and affiliate modules are reviewed independently. Not personal medical advice.

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