The Solgar Resveratrol 250mg is a dietary supplement in soft capsules, with 250mg of resveratrol per capsule, from 500mg of Polygonum cuspidatum root, the plant known as Japanese bamboo. The formula is complemented with 10mg of grape seed extract from red vine (Vitis vinifera). The package contains 30 soft capsules, equivalent to one month at the recommended dose of one capsule per day.
It is addressed to adults who have heard about resveratrol in discussions around the Mediterranean diet and red wine and want to consume it in a concentrated form, without alcohol, with a declared amount per capsule.
Resveratrol is a polyphenol, meaning it belongs to the large family of plant compounds found in fruits, vegetables, olive oil, tea, and cocoa. Plants synthesize it as part of their defense against fungal infection and environmental stress. In foods, it is mainly found in the skin of red grapes, berries, and pistachios, but in very small amounts.
Research interest in the molecule began with an epidemiological question known as the French Paradox. Since then, resveratrol has been extensively studied in cellular and animal models, with a focus on cellular metabolism pathways. These findings have not yet been translated into an approved health claim in the European Union: resveratrol remains a subject of research, and what is written about it here is information about what the substance is, not promises of results. The main practical difficulty that such a formulation solves is quantity: to consume nutritionally comparable amounts, one would have to consume unrealistic volumes of food.
According to the presentation of the product by Solgar itself, resveratrol is described as follows:
The above formulations are attributed to the manufacturer. Resveratrol does not have an approved health claim by the EFSA and remains a subject of research. The same applies to the herbal extracts in the composition, whose health claims are under evaluation.**
The choice of Polygonum cuspidatum root as the raw material is not accidental: it is one of the richest natural sources of resveratrol and allows the concentration of 250mg of active substance from 500mg of extract, i.e., standardization of approximately 50%. The grape seed extract from Vitis vinifera is added in a quantity of 10mg and brings the polyphenolic profile of the grape alongside the resveratrol.
The form is a soft capsule with an oily content, based on soybean oil. This choice is related to the fact that polyphenols are better delivered in a fatty carrier. Pay attention to two points on the label: the composition contains soybeans, both as oil and as lecithin, so it is not suitable for people with a soybean allergy. Furthermore, the capsule shell is declared by the manufacturer as bovine gelatin with vegetable glycerin, so anyone following a strict vegetarian diet should check the label of the packaging they receive before use.
It is suitable for adults interested in plant polyphenols and wanting concentrated resveratrol with a declared amount. It is suitable for those who do not consume alcohol and do not want to seek polyphenols through wine. It is suitable for individuals who already follow a diet rich in plant foods and want to add a single-ingredient preparation. It is not recommended for those with a soybean allergy.
The product is a dietary supplement and does not replace medical diagnosis, monitoring, or treatment. Cardiovascular and liver issues always require evaluation by a doctor.
Main ingredients per 1 capsule: Resveratrol 250mg (from 500mg Polygonum cuspidatum, root), Grape seed extract (Vitis vinifera, grape skin) 10mg.
Other ingredients: soybean oil, soft capsule shell (bovine gelatin, vegetable glycerin from palm kernel oil and coconut oil), water, antioxidant (soy lecithin), color (curcumin), yellow beeswax, anti-caking agent (silicon dioxide).
Without: sugar, yeast, wheat, gluten, dairy, sweeteners, and artificial flavors. Contains soybeans.
Form: soft capsules
Recommended dosage: for adults, one soft capsule per day, preferably with a meal.
The 30-capsule package is sufficient for 30 days, i.e., one month of use. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet. Because the content is oily, taking it with a meal aids tolerance.
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, under medication, or have health problems. Special attention is needed for anyone taking anticoagulant or antiplatelet medication, as well as anyone about to undergo surgery. The product contains soybeans and is not suitable for people with a soybean allergy. Store the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
You receive 250mg of resveratrol, derived from 500mg of Polygonum cuspidatum root extract.
It is the common name for the plant Polygonum cuspidatum, one of the richest natural sources of resveratrol, which is why it is preferred as a raw material.
No. The formulation delivers resveratrol without alcohol. The manufacturer's reference to glasses of wine is a quantity comparison, not a consumption recommendation.
No. It does not have an approved claim by the EFSA and remains a subject of research.
Yes, it contains soybeans, both as soybean oil and soy lecithin. Not recommended for those with a soybean allergy.
The manufacturer declares the soft capsule shell as bovine gelatin, so check the label of your packaging if you follow a vegetarian diet.
Curcumin here is used as a natural colorant of the formulation and not as an active ingredient.
Exactly 30 days, as one capsule is taken per day.
* Resveratrol does not have an approved health claim by the EFSA under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006. References to benefits are attributed to the manufacturer. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment, or cure of human disease.
** Information on the herbal ingredients. Health claims for botanicals are under evaluation by the EFSA.
Main ingredients per 1 capsule: Resveratrol 250mg (from 500mg Polygonum cuspidatum, root), Red wine extract (Vitis vinifera, grape skin) 10mg.
Other ingredients: soybean oil, soft capsule shell (bovine gelatin, vegetable glycerin from palm kernel oil and coconut oil), water, antioxidant (soy lecithin), color (curcumin), yellow beeswax, anti-caking agent (silicon dioxide).
Free of: sugar, yeast, wheat, gluten, dairy, sweeteners and artificial fragrances. Contains soy.
Form: soft capsules
Recommended dosage: for adults, one soft capsule daily, preferably with a meal.
The 30-capsule package is sufficient for 30 days, i.e. one month of use. Do not exceed the recommended daily dosage. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet. Because the content is oily, taking it with a meal helps with tolerance.
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, on medication, or have health issues. Special care is needed for those on anticoagulant or antiplatelet therapy, and for those about to undergo surgery. The product contains soy and is not suitable for those allergic to it. Keep the product in a cool, dry place, away from children.
