Antioxidant
Pterostilbene
Also known as: Dimethyl resveratrol, Dimethylated resveratrol, Trans-pterostilbene
Methylated resveratrol with 4x better bioavailability. Similar longevity pathway activation.
Last reviewed June 2026 · Evidence graded from peer-reviewed research, not editorial opinion. Educational only — not medical advice.
Every Pterostilbene product we have scored
| # | Product | Score | Per serving |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nutricost Pterostilbene Capsules | 90 A | $0.21 |
| 2 | Double Wood Pterostilbene Supplement | 90 A | $0.33 |
| 3 | Thorne Memoractiv™ | 89 A | $2.33 |
| 4 | Thorne PolyResveratrol-SR® | 87 A | $1.97 |
| 5 | Seed PM-02™ Sleep + Restore Supplement | 86 A- | $1.17 |
| 6 | Pure Encapsulations RevitalAge Ultra | 81 A- | $2.60 |
| 7 | Jarrow Formulas trans-Pterostilbene | 80 A- | $0.50 |
| 8 | Codeage Liposomal Nicotinamide Riboside+ Large | 78 B+ | $1.00 |
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 Pterostilbene should I take?
The typical range is 50-150 mg daily. Safe long-term
When should I take Pterostilbene?
With food. Yes.
Which form of Pterostilbene is best?
Capsules — Often with resveratrol.
Is Pterostilbene safe?
Commonly reported: May raise LDL slightly. Serious warnings: LDL increase in some. Safe
Which Pterostilbene supplement scores highest?
Nutricost Pterostilbene Capsules, at 90/100. Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing — no brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Primary uses
- Longevity
- Cognitive function
- Cardiovascular health
- Blood sugar
How it works
- 4x better bioavailability than resveratrol
- Activates SIRT1
- Longer half-life
Dosage
- Typical range
- 50-150 mg daily
- Timing
- With food
- With food
- Yes
- Duration
- Safe long-term
- Special populations
- Longevity, cognitive focus
Forms
- Capsules
Safety
Common side effects
- May raise LDL slightly
Contraindications
- High LDL (monitor)
Products containing Pterostilbene
Top-scoring supplements in our catalog that list Pterostilbene on the label. Each product is graded on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric — dose accuracy, form, transparency, and third-party testing.
Evidence notes
Better absorbed resveratrol analog
Grade B: Some human trials support key claims; further confirmation needed.
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