Pterostilbene and Resveratrol are both ‘stilbene’ polyphenols, naturally derived polyphenol antioxidants found in blueberries, grapes and Japanese Knotweed. However, Pterostilbene shows 80% bioavailability while Resveratrol has only 20% bioavailability. It crosses the blood-brain barrier very quickly, and stays in your body for much longer than Resveratrol (half-life of 105 min. vs. 12 mins.). Although they are chemically quite similar, Pterostilbene should not be seen as a replacement for Resveratrol as they both have unique cognitive health benefits that complement each other when taken together. Among the nootropics community, Pterostilbene is known for controlling brain inflammation, boosting dopamine, helping reverse cognitive decline, and fighting brain cell aging. Pterostilbene increases hippocampus neurogenesis and boosts insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1). As an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, Pterostilbene reduces reactive oxygen species (ROS) and increases the antioxidant glutathione, which is critical for maintaining signaling pathways and improving cognitive function. Our blend of pure Resveratrol and Pterostilbene offers the benefits of both natural polyphenols in a balanced formula. As both these molecules are lipophilic we recommend taking them with fats to improve absorption, such as olive oil, coconut oil or yoghurt. Simply mix one scoop of powder into a tablespoon of oil or yoghurt.