Resveratrol: a review of plant sources, synthesis, stability, modification and food application

J Sci Food Agric. 2020 Mar 15;100(4):1392-1404. doi: 10.1002/jsfa.10152. Epub 2019 Dec 14.

Abstract

Resveratrol, a stilbene molecule belonging to the polyphenol family, is usually extracted from a great many natural plants. The technologies of preparation and extraction methods are developing rapidly. As resveratrol has many beneficial properties, it has been widely utilized in food and medicine industry. In terms of its structure, it is susceptible to degradation and can undergo chemical changes during food processing. Different studies have therefore given more attention to various aspects of resveratrol, including anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and anti-cancer activity. This review classifies the study of resveratrol, considers plant sources, synthesis, stability, common reactions, and food applications, and provides references to boost its food and medical utilization. © 2019 Society of Chemical Industry.

Keywords: botanical origin; common reaction; resveratrol; stability; synthesis.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Humans
  • Plant Extracts / chemical synthesis
  • Plant Extracts / chemistry*
  • Plant Extracts / pharmacology
  • Plants / chemistry
  • Resveratrol / chemical synthesis
  • Resveratrol / chemistry*
  • Resveratrol / pharmacology
  • Stilbenes / chemical synthesis
  • Stilbenes / chemistry*
  • Stilbenes / pharmacology

Substances

  • Plant Extracts
  • Stilbenes
  • Resveratrol