American scientists from Purdue University in the course of research found that drinking red wine supports a healthy weight.

Studies were carried out on laboratory rodents, and in the course of numerous experiments it was found that red wine contains the substance piceatannol, which prevents the growth and formation of new fat cells in the body.

This substance blocks the ability of insulin to activate certain genes that form new fat cells and promote their growth.. The researchers believe that piceatannol protects the body from cancer and diseases of the cardiovascular system.

Additional studies are planned in order to obtain a soluble and stable form of piceatannol and on this basis to develop new drugs for weight loss.. Scientists noted that the substance in its structure resembles resveratrol, which is known for its properties, and is present in large quantities in blueberries and grapes..

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