erostilbene's antioxidant strength and anti-inflammatory actions help block the inflammation/cancer connection.
In another study using rat liver cells, university scientists compared the lipid-lowering effects of pterostilbene to that of ciprofibrate, a drug used for controlling lipids. Lipid tests are often part of preventative care that helps determine whether there is significant risk for arteriosclerosis, a hardening of the arteries that interferes with blood flow.
They based their comparison on each compound's ability to activate PPARa, short for peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor alpha. Activation leads to lowering of lipids in the blood. Pterostilbene outperformed resveratrol and was as effective as ciprofibrate in activating PPARa.
It is remarkable what potential health benefits pterostilbene could offer. Increased life span, improvement in age related disorders such as atherosclerosis, chronic inflammatory diseases, cognitive decline, learning and memory, cancer prevention, and enhanced insulin sensitivity all stand as hopeful beneficiaries of this mighty chemical cousin of resveratrol. Be on the watch for this rising star.
Life Extension winter edition 2009-2010/The Other Resveratrol by Tiesha D. Johnson, RN, BSN
About the author
Deanna Dean is the Wellness Director for Your Health Coach, a company dedicated to health and wellness education. website: yourhealthcoachdee.com Dee is a Wellness & Weight Loss Coach, a Certified Natural Health Professional, is pursuing an ND degree-Naturopathic Doctor, is a certified Raw Chef, certified in Dietary Guidelines from the Cooper Institute for Aerobics Research, former Personal Trainer, Yoga and Fitness Studio Owner, TV and Radio Guest, Health Columnist. Deanna develops customized programs to enhance the health of her clients, educates, and coaches dieters for safe weight loss.
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