Reviewed by Mark McLaughlin, Assistant Editor
REVATROL, Advanced Red Wine Complex
For years, the media has been telling us that a glass or two of wine each day can be good for you. When I received a press release about the folks behind Revatrol, Advanced Red Wine Complex, I asked if I could try out this dietary supplement, which they say puts all the health benefits of red wine, including longevity, into pill form.
The pills themselves are a rich reddish-maroon color, have a slightly wine-like taste, and go down smoothly. You're supposed to swallow them whole, but in the interest of science, I chewed one. The taste was very bitter and not at all wine-like, but I can't fault them for that, since they don't sell them as Revatrol Chewables.
I can't say if taking the pills has lengthened my life, since I'm nowhere near done living yet! But if you've been reading about the healthy benefits of red wine, you can now enjoy those benefits on a daily basis without the alcohol or calories of actual wine. Plus, if you're always on the go, these pills are a lot more portable than a wine bottle.
The box does list some cautions – for example, people with diabetes or hypoglycemia should consult a physician before taking them – but then, checking with your doctor before taking any health supplement is always good advice. Ask your doctor if Revatrol is right for you!
I have type 2 diabetes and I would like to know, will it be safe to take your product?
Posted by: Darryl Riley | November 11, 2008 at 05:27 PM
Darryl: You will want to check out the Web site for the product: www.revatrol.com. Here is information from the REVATROL Web site that you might find helpful: "Please consult your healthcare provider prior to use. Pregnant or lactating women, diabetics, hypoglycemics, and people with seizure disorders or any known medical conditions and/or taking medication should consult with a licensed physician before using this product. Do not use if you are hypersensitive or allergic to any of the ingredients, if you have a serious medical condition, or if you have a history of cancer, heart, kidney or liver conditions. These statements has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. All products found on our site have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. No claim or opinion on these pages is intended to be, nor should be construed to be, as medical advice."
Posted by: Mark McLaughlin | November 12, 2008 at 11:34 AM