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Pterostilbene
Pterostilbene is a plant compound related to resveratrol, found naturally in blueberries and grapes.
Also listed as trans-3 5-dimethoxy-4-hydroxystilbene 3
How much safety information is available?
The safety report from the same 80-person trial found no significant liver, kidney or glucose toxicity at up to 250 mg/day over six to eight weeks. This cannot establish long-term safety. Pregnancy, breastfeeding and significant liver or kidney disease were excluded. 1
For information, not individual medical advice. Ingredient studies do not establish the effectiveness of these products.
Sources
- Analysis of Safety from a Human Clinical Trial with Pterostilbene Journal of Toxicology, 2013