Other compounds

Pterostilbene

Also called: pterostilbene

A compound related to resveratrol, from blueberries.

Why people take it
Ageing, cholesterol.
What the evidence says
Very limited evidence.
How it is usually taken
Usually 50 to 250 mg a day.
Be careful
May raise LDL cholesterol.
Medicines it can interact with
May raise LDL cholesterol at higher doses.

Other other compounds

Alpha-lipoic acidResveratrolQuercetinNMNSpermidineFisetinPQQSulforaphaneDIMDHEAMelatoninCaffeine and L-theanineCannabidiol (CBD)Hemp seedBee pollenRoyal jellyPropolisManuka honeyChlorophyllWheatgrass

Common questions

What is Pterostilbene?

A compound related to resveratrol, from blueberries.

Why do people take Pterostilbene?

Ageing, cholesterol.

Does Pterostilbene work?

Very limited evidence.

How much Pterostilbene do people take?

Usually 50 to 250 mg a day.

Is Pterostilbene safe?

May raise LDL cholesterol.

Does Pterostilbene interact with medicines?

May raise LDL cholesterol at higher doses.

Sources and further reading

Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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