Eye Health
Bilberry Extract
Also known as: Vaccinium myrtillus, Bilberry Extract (Vaccinium oligosporium), bilberry fruit extract, vaccinium extract
Bilberry extract is rich in anthocyanins and polyphenolic compounds with antioxidant properties, traditionally used to support eye health and vascular function. Evidence supports benefits for vision and microcirculation, though most studies use standardized extracts with defined anthocyanin content.
Last reviewed June 2026 · Evidence graded from peer-reviewed research, not editorial opinion. Educational only — not medical advice.
Every Bilberry Extract product we have scored
| # | Product | Score | Per serving |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thorne Advanced Nutrients | 88 A | $2.40 |
| 2 | Pure Encapsulations Bilberry 160 mg | 88 A | $1.00 |
| 3 | Nutricost Bilberry Powder | 87 A | $0.02 |
| 4 | Physician's Choice Eye Health Supplement | 87 A | $0.80 |
| 5 | Thorne Diabenil® | 81 A- | $1.56 |
| 6 | NOW Foods Clinical Strength Ocu Support | 81 A- | $0.73 |
| 7 | Bluebonnet Nutrition BILBERRY FRUIT EXTRACT | 81 A- | $0.62 |
| 8 | Pure Encapsulations Macular Support Formula | 78 B+ | $1.78 |
| 9 | Bluebonnet Nutrition EYE CARE MACULAR & BLUE | 77 B+ | $0.96 |
| 10 | Natural Factors Advanced Eye Factors | 75 B+ | $1.17 |
| 11 | Codeage Eyes Vitamins | 74 B+ | $0.67 |
| 12 | NOW Foods Super Antioxidants | 74 B+ | $0.42 |
Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing. Per-serving cost is list price divided by servings per container. No brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Common questions
How much Bilberry Extract should I take?
The typical range is 160-320 mg standardized extract. Safe long-term
When should I take Bilberry Extract?
Any time. Optional.
Which form of Bilberry Extract is best?
Standardized extract — 25% anthocyanosides. Other forms in the catalog: Powder extract (1:1), Capsule, Tablet.
Is Bilberry Extract safe?
Commonly reported: GI upset. Serious warnings: None. Safe
Which Bilberry Extract supplement scores highest?
Thorne Advanced Nutrients, at 88/100. Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing — no brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Primary uses
- Night vision
- Eye fatigue
- Retinal health
- Circulation
- Eye health and vision support
- Antioxidant protection
- Vascular and microcirculation support
- Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) support
How it works
- Supports rhodopsin regeneration
- Capillary strengthening
- Antioxidant
Dosage
- Typical range
- 160-320 mg standardized extract
- Timing
- Any time
- With food
- Optional
- Duration
- Safe long-term
- Special populations
- Night driving, eye strain
Forms
- Standardized extract
- Powder extract (1:1)· 70/100
- Capsule· 70/100
- Tablet· 70/100
Safety
Common side effects
- GI upset
Contraindications
- None
Products containing Bilberry Extract
Top-scoring supplements in our catalog that list Bilberry Extract on the label. Each product is graded on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric — dose accuracy, form, transparency, and third-party testing.
Evidence notes
Anthocyanin-rich eye support
Grade B: Some human trials support key claims; further confirmation needed.
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