The stilbenoids are a group of phytonutrients (plant based chemical compounds that have numerous health benefits in the human body but are not classed as essential nutrients). The 2 main stilbenoids are: - Pterostilbene. - Resveratrol. Blueberries, grapes and wine are the best natural food sources of stilbenoids but they can also be sourced from cocoa powder and peanuts in smaller amounts. Although they are not classed as essential nutrients, the stilbenoids have received a lot of praise in recent years for their ability to prevent ageing, fight disease and more. But are these claims … [Read more...]

WHAT ARE THE STILBENOIDS? The stilbenoids are a group of phytonutrients (plant based chemical compounds that have numerous health benefits in the human body but are not classed as essential nutrients) that can be found in various foods including blueberries, grapes and wine. Whilst the stilbenoids are not classed as essential nutrients, they are powerful antioxidants which can protect your body’s cells from free radicals (harmful substances that are released into your body’s cells during oxygen related reactions). Early evidence suggests that they may also have further health … [Read more...]