A study that has appeared in the publication known as the Journal of Biological Chemistry ha stated that a compound, which is found in grapes, can help in improving the health of people. Apparently, the compound that has been found to have these benefits is known as resveratrol.

The conclusion was reached because of the concerted efforts pitched in by researchers at the Barshop Institute of Longevity and Aging Studies, University of Texas, San Antonio and the Second Xiangya Hospital at the Central South University, Hunan in China. It was found in the study that the compound helped in the promotion of a fat known as adiponectin.

According to experts involved in the study, both resveratrol and adiponectin carried anti-obesity and anti-aging properties.

Talking about the research, one of the Authors, Feng Liu stated that the conclusion of this study should particularly intrigue people who are suffering from conditions like obesity, diabetes and were old. The findings could play a vital role in the development of treatments for these diseases.

Resveratrol is known to be a powerful polyphenol and is also an anti-fungal chemical, which is also found in grapes and red wine. The study was proved by scientists as the compound was found to have beneficial effects on animal models.