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pTeroBlue Pterostilbene Blueberry Complex 350 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Genceutic Naturals

pTeroBlue Pterostilbene Blueberry Complex 350 mg label
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Capsule Category: Other Combinations
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking pTeroBlue Pterostilbene Blueberry Complex 350 mg against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.

Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

pTeroBlue Pterostilbene Blueberry Complex 350 mg is a dietary supplement by Genceutic Naturals with 8 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for eye and vision health, antioxidant support, diarrhea and digestive upset.Based on those ingredients, 907 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Japanese Knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum) (root) extract, Vaccinium uliginosum, Vaccinium myrtilloides. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of pTeroBlue Pterostilbene Blueberry Complex 350 mg by Genceutic Naturals

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 2 of its 8 active ingredients.
  • “AuroraBlue Wild Alaska Blueberry” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (50 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

This product contains 8 ingredients, several of which are active. The core is a wild Alaska blueberry blend — a mix of four Vaccinium (blueberry) species including Vaccinium uliginosum, Vaccinium cespitosum, Vaccinium membranaceum, and Vaccinium myrtilloides — plus Japanese Knotweed root extract (which contains resveratrol, an antioxidant compound) and pTeroPure trans-Pterostilbene, a stilbene compound related to resveratrol.

The inactive ingredients are rice flour, vegetable cellulose, vegetable magnesium stearate, and silicon dioxide, which serve as fillers and capsule material.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Not assessable

The label doesn't state a purpose we can grade — see each ingredient's own graded uses on its monograph instead.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

For the blueberry species in this product, the evidence is limited. Vaccinium uliginosum, Vaccinium cespitosum, and Vaccinium membranaceum all show insufficient reliable evidence for most uses — including age-related cognitive decline, macular degeneration, heart health, and cholesterol — and are rated possibly ineffective for night vision.

Vaccinium myrtilloides fares similarly across most claims (hypertension, cognitive health, anxiety, athletic performance, cholesterol, and heart disease are all either insufficient or possibly ineffective). For Japanese Knotweed, evidence is insufficient for the conditions tracked in our data — hepatitis, rheumatoid arthritis, wound healing, gout, osteoarthritis, and unstable angina.

We hold no effectiveness ratings for the pterostilbene ingredient.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Bilberry Blueberry Hu Zhang

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 2 of the 3 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 3 of 3.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 3 of 3.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

The blueberry ingredients are generally well tolerated when taken as a supplement, though a small number of trial participants reported dark-colored or dark-green stools, flatulence, and mild gastrointestinal discomfort — and in one trial, about 26% of people taking freeze-dried blueberries dropped out in the first week due to stomach complaints. Discoloration of the tongue and even teeth has been observed in some users.

Japanese Knotweed safety data in supplements is limited; it contains emodin, which may cause digestive upset, and the safety notes advise caution because some compounds may affect the uterus or bowel. For pregnancy and breastfeeding, the blueberry components are rated Likely Safe, though concentrated supplements haven't been well studied in pregnancy and high-dose extracts' safety during breastfeeding is unknown.

Japanese Knotweed carries insufficient safety information and is advised against in pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Bilberry Blueberry Hu Zhang

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 3 of the 3 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Bilberry, Blueberry, Hu Zhang.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 908 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Check before starting if you take blood thinners (anticoagulants or antiplatelets like warfarin or aspirin) — blueberry and knotweed both may raise bleeding risk. Also verify if you're on diabetes medications (risk of low blood sugar), drugs metabolized by liver enzyme systems CYP1A2, CYP2C19, CYP3A4, or CYP2E1 (knotweed may increase their levels), estrogen therapy (knotweed may interfere), the pain reliever flurbiprofen, the anti-anxiety drug buspirone, or the seizure medication carbamazepine.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This is a blueberry-and-knotweed blend with limited evidence for most health claims and Moderate interactions to watch — especially if you take blood thinners, diabetes drugs, or medications your liver processes through several enzyme systems. The blueberry parts are generally well tolerated, though they commonly cause dark stools and sometimes stomach upset.

Before you start, check your medications with a pharmacist or doctor, especially if you're on blood thinners, diabetes control, or any prescription that requires careful dosing.

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Assessment coverage: 5 of 8 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 24, 2016.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about pTeroBlue Pterostilbene Blueberry Complex 350 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Genceutic Naturals
Barcode (UPC) 896245001083
Net contents 60 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 24, 2016
DSLD ID 57499
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for pTeroBlue Pterostilbene Blueberry Complex 350 mg by Genceutic Naturals, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
896245001083
IngredientAmount% DV
AuroraBlue Wild Alaska Blueberry50 mg--
Vaccinium ovalifolium0 NP--
Vaccinium alaskaense0 NP--
Vaccinium uliginosum0 NP--
Vaccinium cespitosum Michx.0 NP--
Vaccinium membranaceum Dougles ex Torr.0 NP--
Vaccinium myrtilloides0 NP--
pTeroPure trans-Pterostilbene50 mg--
Japanese Knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum) (root) extract250 mg--

Other ingredients: Rice Flour, Vegetable Cellulose, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide

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Label statements
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General Statements

Next Generation Nutraceuticals

Next Generation trans-Pterostilbene (methylated Resveratrol) which has been shown in published studies to be more bioavailable and last longer in the body than resveratrol

Strongest when trans-Pterostilbene is combined with Resveratrol.

Seals/Symbols

pTeroPure

GREENER & CLEANER

Formulation

Vegetarian/Vegan

Gluten Free/Non GMO

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement for adults, take two (2) capsules daily with meals.

Brand IP Statement(s)

pTeroPure is a registered trademark of ChromaDex, Inc. AuroraBlue is a registered trademark of Denali BioTechnologies, Inc.

Formula

Advanced Blueberry Complex and Nature-Identical 99% Pure trans-Pterostilbene

Precautions

Warning: Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.

If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications, planning any medical procedure or have a medical condition, consult with your healthcare practitioner before use.

Storage

Store at 15-30(0)C (59-86(0)F). Protect from heat, light and moisture.

General

27855 R1214

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pTeroBlue Pterostilbene Blueberry Complex 350 mg by Genceutic Naturals label

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pTeroBlue Pterostilbene Blueberry Complex 350 mg label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in pTeroBlue Pterostilbene Blueberry Complex 350 mg by Genceutic Naturals

These are the 8 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

AuroraBlue Wild Alaska Blueberry

50 mg per serving

PTeroPure trans-Pterostilbene

50 mg per serving

Japanese Knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum) (root) extract

Interacts with
826 drugs
250 mg per serving Form: Trans-Resveratrol

Hu Zhang (Japanese knotweed root) is a traditional Chinese herb that is one of the richest natural sources of resveratrol and emodin. Some lab and ear...

Japanese Knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum) (root) extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Rice Flour, Vegetable Cellulose, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

pTeroBlue Pterostilbene Blueberry Complex 350 mg by Genceutic Naturals Drug Interactions

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906 Moderate 1 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Japanese Knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum) (root) extract 826
Vaccinium uliginosum 275
Vaccinium myrtilloides 88

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in pTeroBlue Pterostilbene Blueberry Complex 350 mg interact with 907 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

3 of the 8 ingredients in pTeroBlue Pterostilbene Blueberry Complex 350 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Japanese Knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum) (root) extract Vaccinium uliginosum Vaccinium myrtilloides

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in pTeroBlue Pterostilbene Blueberry Complex 350 mg with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Japanese Knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum) (root) extract7 drug types · 826 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, hu zhang might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Hu zhang contains the constituent resveratrol. Resveratrol seems to have antiplatelet effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates

Theoretically, hu zhang might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Hu zhang contains the constituent resveratrol. In vitro research shows that resveratrol might inhibit the CYP1A2 enzyme. This interaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 2C19 (Cyp2C19) Substrates

Theoretically, hu zhang might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2C19.
Hu zhang contains the constituent resveratrol. In vitro research shows that resveratrol might inhibit the CYP2C19 enzyme. This interaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 2E1 (Cyp2E1) Substrates

Theoretically, hu zhang might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2E1.
Hu zhang contains the constituent resveratrol. In vitro research shows that resveratrol might inhibit the CYP2E1 enzyme. Also, a pharmacokinetic study shows that taking resveratrol 500 mg daily for 10 days prior to taking a single dose of chlorzoxazone 250 mg increases the maximum concentration of chlorzoxazone by about 54%, the area under the curve of chlorzoxazone by about 72%, and the half-life of chlorzoxazone by about 35%. Chlorzoxazone is used as a probe drug for CYP2E1.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Theoretically, hu zhang might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Hu zhang contains the constituent resveratrol. In vitro research shows that resveratrol might inhibit the CYP3A4 enzyme. However, a clinical study in adults with NAFLD found that adding resveratrol 3000 mg daily for 8 weeks did not necessitate dose adjustments to any established medications metabolized by CYP3A4.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Estrogens

Theoretically, hu zhang might competitively inhibit the effects of estrogen replacement therapy.
In vitro research shows that hu zhang might have estrogenic activity.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Carbamazepine (Tegretol)

Theoretically, hu zhang might increase the effects and adverse effects of carbamazepine.
In animals, blood and tissue levels of carbamazepine were increased when given in combination with hu zhang. It is thought that increased levels of carbamazepine are due to cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) inhibition. This interaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Japanese Knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum) (root) extract full monograph & interactions

Vaccinium uliginosum4 drug types · 275 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, bilberry fruit extract might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro, animal, and clinical research suggest that anthocyanidin extracts from bilberry can inhibit platelet aggregation.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, bilberry leaf or fruit extract may increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Animal research suggests that bilberry leaf extract might have blood glucose-lowering activity. Also, one small clinical trial in patients with type 2 diabetes shows that taking bilberry fruit extract 470 mg as a single dose prior to an oral glucose tolerance test lowers plasma glucose levels when compared with placebo.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 2E1 (Cyp2E1) Substrates

Theoretically, bilberry fruit extract might decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2E1.
Animal research shows that exposure to small concentrations of bilberry extract in drinking water for around one month increased CYP2E1 activity by 31%. However, exposure over a 2-month period did not increase CYP2E1 activity. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Erlotinib (Tarceva)

Theoretically, bilberry fruit extract might reduce the efficacy of erlotinib.
In vitro research suggests that bilberry fruit extract and its constituents, delphinidin and delphinidin-3-O-glucoside, inhibit the activity of erlotinib. This interaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Vaccinium uliginosum full monograph & interactions

Vaccinium myrtilloides3 drug types · 88 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, blueberries or blueberry leaf extracts might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Animal and in vitro research suggests that blueberry and/or blueberry leaf extracts can lower blood glucose levels.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence D
Buspirone (Buspar)

Theoretically, blueberry juice might increase blood levels of buspirone.
In vitro research shows that blueberry juice can inhibit the metabolism of buspirone, possibly by inhibiting cytochrome P450 3A (CYP3A) enzymes. However, pharmacokinetic research in humans shows that drinking 300 mL of blueberry juice 30 minutes before taking buspirone hydrochloride 10 mg does not significantly affect the concentration or clearance of buspirone.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence B
Flurbiprofen (Ansaid, Others)

Theoretically, blueberry juice might increase blood levels of flurbiprofen.
In vitro research shows that blueberry juice can inhibit the metabolism of flurbiprofen, possibly by inhibiting cytochrome P450 2C9 (CYP2C9) enzymes. However, pharmacokinetic research in humans shows that drinking 300 mL of blueberry juice 30 minutes before taking flurbiprofen 100 mg does not significantly affect the concentration or clearance of flurbiprofen.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence B
Vaccinium myrtilloides full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for pTeroBlue Pterostilbene Blueberry Complex 350 mg, from the product label.

Genceutic Naturals

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Name
Genceutic Naturals
City
Hauppauge
State
NY
ZipCode
11788
Phone Number
1-800-872-0370
Web Address
www.Genceutic.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

pTeroBlue Pterostilbene Blueberry Complex 350 mg by Genceutic Naturals: Common Questions

Does pTeroBlue Pterostilbene Blueberry Complex 350 mg by Genceutic Naturals interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, pTeroBlue Pterostilbene Blueberry Complex 350 mg has a known interaction with 907 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
pTeroBlue Pterostilbene Blueberry Complex 350 mg contains 8 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Can I take this if I'm on blood thinners?
The blueberry and Japanese Knotweed in this product may theoretically increase bleeding risk. This is a Moderate concern — you need to talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it alongside blood thinners.
Will this help my memory or prevent age-related decline?
The evidence doesn't support that claim. All the blueberry species in this product have insufficient reliable evidence for age-related cognitive decline, and the same goes for Japanese Knotweed.
What are the side effects I should expect?
Most people tolerate the blueberry parts well, but you may see dark-colored or even black stools, flatulence, and mild stomach discomfort. In one small trial, about a quarter of participants had enough GI upset to drop out in the first week.
Is it safe to take while pregnant or breastfeeding?
The blueberry ingredients are rated Likely Safe in pregnancy, but concentrated supplements haven't been studied much. The Japanese Knotweed carries insufficient safety information and is advised against in both pregnancy and breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product is right for you.
Will this lower my blood sugar if I'm diabetic?
The blueberry species may theoretically lower blood sugar — one small trial suggests it can happen — which could be risky when paired with diabetes medications. Check with your pharmacist or doctor before taking it.
Does this product contain any fillers or inactive ingredients?
Yes. The inactive ingredients are rice flour, vegetable cellulose, vegetable magnesium stearate, and silicon dioxide — standard binders and capsule materials.

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The Full Monographs Behind pTeroBlue Pterostilbene Blueberry Complex 350 mg’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Herb & supplement monograph

Bilberry

Interacts with 275 drugs

Bilberry is a blueberry-like fruit rich in antioxidant plant compounds called anthocyanins, and it has a long history of traditional use for eye health, circulation, and mild diarrhea. While...

Read the full Bilberry monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Blueberry

Interacts with 88 drugs

Blueberries are a nutritious fruit rich in antioxidants called anthocyanins, and eating them as part of a balanced diet is healthy and safe for most people. Concentrated supplements are mark...

Read the full Blueberry monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Hu Zhang

Interacts with 826 drugs

Hu Zhang (Japanese knotweed root) is a traditional Chinese herb that is one of the richest natural sources of resveratrol and emodin. Some lab and early human research looks interesting for...

Read the full Hu Zhang monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

pTeroBlue Pterostilbene Blueberry Complex 350 mg's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 40 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Bilberry 14 references
  1. Cignarella A, Nastasi M, Cavalli E, Puglisi L. Novel lipid-lowering properties of Vaccinium myrtillus L. leaves, a traditional antidiabetic treatment, in several models of rat dyslipidaemia: a comparison with ciprofibrate. Thromb Res 1996;84:311-22. PubMed
  2. Morazzoni P, Magistretti MJ. Activity of Myrtocyan, an anthosyanoside complex from Vaccinium myrtillus (VMA), on platelet aggregation and adhesiveness. Fitoterapia 1990;61:13-21.
  3. Erlund, I., Koli, R., Alfthan, G., Marniemi, J., Puukka, P., Mustonen, P., Mattila, P., and Jula, A. Favorable effects of berry consumption on platelet function, blood pressure, and HDL cholesterol. Am J Clin Nutr 2008;87(2):323-331. PubMed
  4. Hawrelak, J. A. and Myers, S. P. Effects of two natural medicine formulations on irritable bowel syndrome symptoms: a pilot study. J Altern Complement Med 2010;16(10):1065-1071. PubMed
  5. Morazzoni P and Magistretti MJ. Effects of Vaccinium myrtillus anthocyanosides on prostacyclin-like activity in rat arterial issue. Fitoterapia 1986;57:11-14.
  6. Pulliero G, Montin S, Bettini V, and et al. Ex vivo study of the inhibitory effects of Vaccinium myrtillus anthocyanosides on human platelet aggregation. Fitoterapia 1989;60:69-75.
  7. Bottecchia D. Preliminary report on the inhibitory effect of vaccinium myrtillus anthocyanosides on platelet aggregation and clot retraction. Fitoterapia 1987;48:3-8.
  8. Fdez, M., Zaragoza, F., and Alvarez, P. In vitro platelet aggregation effects of anthocyanosides of vaccinium myrtilus L. Anales de la Real Academia de Farmacia 1983;49:79-90.
  9. Biedermann L, Mwinyi J, Scharl M, Frei P, Zeitz J, Kullak-Ublick GA, et al. Bilberry ingestion improves disease activity in mild to moderate ulcerative colitis-an open pilot study. 2013 May;7(4):271-9. PubMed
  10. Hoggard N, Cruickshank M, Moar KM, Bestwick C, Holst J, Russell W, et al. A single supplement of a standardized bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus L.) extract (36% wet weight anthocyanins) modifies glycaemic response in individuals with type 2 diabetes control
  11. Aichinger G, Pahlke G, Nagel LJ, Berger W, Marko D. Bilberry extract, its major phenolic compounds, and soy isoflavone genistein antagonize the cytostatic drug erlotinib in human epithelial cells. Food Funct 2016;7(8):3628-36.
  12. Prokop J, Lněničková K, Cibicek N, et al. Effect of bilberry extract (Vaccinium myrtillus L.) on drug-metabolizing enzymes in rats. Food Chem Toxicol 2019;129:382-90. PubMed
  13. Chan SW, Chu TTW, Choi SW, Benzie IFF, Tomlinson B. Impact of short-term bilberry supplementation on glycemic control, cardiovascular disease risk factors, and antioxidant status in Chinese patients with type 2 diabetes. Phytother Res 2021. Online ahead o PubMed
  14. Bøhn SK, Myhrstad MCW, Thoresen M, et al. Bilberry/red grape juice decreases plasma biomarkers of inflammation and tissue damage in aged men with subjective memory impairment -a randomized clinical trial. BMC Nutr 2021;7(1):75. PubMed

See these in context on the Bilberry monograph →

Blueberry 7 references
  1. Cignarella A, Nastasi M, Cavalli E, Puglisi L. Novel lipid-lowering properties of Vaccinium myrtillus L. leaves, a traditional antidiabetic treatment, in several models of rat dyslipidaemia: a comparison with ciprofibrate. Thromb Res 1996;84:311-22. PubMed
  2. Wang SY, Lin HS. Antioxidant activity in fruits and leaves of blackberry, raspberry, and strawberry varies with cultivar and developmental stage. J Agric Food Chem 2000;48:140-6.. PubMed
  3. Martineau, L. C., Couture, A., Spoor, D., Benhaddou-Andaloussi, A., Harris, C., Meddah, B., Leduc, C., Burt, A., Vuong, T., Mai, Le P., Prentki, M., Bennett, S. A., Arnason, J. T., and Haddad, P. S. Anti-diabetic properties of the Canadian lowbush bluebe
  4. Vuong, T., Martineau, L. C., Ramassamy, C., Matar, C., and Haddad, P. S. Fermented Canadian lowbush blueberry juice stimulates glucose uptake and AMP-activated protein kinase in insulin-sensitive cultured muscle cells and adipocytes. Can J Physiol Pharma
  5. Hanley MJ, Masse G, Harmatz JS, Cancalon PF, Dolnikowski GG, Court MH, Greenblatt DJ. Effect of blueberry juice on clearance of buspirone and flurbiprofen in human volunteers. Br J Clin Pharmacol. 2013 Apr;75(4):1041-52. PubMed
  6. Basu A, Du M, Leyva MJ, et al. Blueberries decrease cardiovascular risk factors in obese men and women with metabolic syndrome. J Nutr 2010;140(9):1582-7. PubMed
  7. Basu A, Feng D, Planinic P, Ebersole JL, Lyons TJ, Alexander JM. Dietary blueberry and soluble fiber supplementation reduces risk of gestational diabetes in women with obesity in a randomized controlled trial. J Nutr 2021;151(5):1128-38. PubMed

See these in context on the Blueberry monograph →

Hu Zhang 19 references
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