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Berberine Glucose Support

Berberine has meta-analysis evidence rivaling metformin for blood sugar management. 500mg with MCT oil for absorption at NOW Foods pricing. Just check drug interactions first since berberine affects how your liver processes many medications.

7.8/10
VERY GOOD

Berberine at the studied 500mg dose with MCT oil for absorption. Berberine has meta-analysis level evidence for blood sugar management comparable to metformin in some studies.

2 ingredientsCapsules45 servings
We'd recommend this
Evidence
7.0
Dosing
8.0
Synergy
6.0
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Whenwith meals

Take before meals to reduce post-meal blood sugar spikes. Split into 2-3 doses.

Foodwith food

Reduces GI side effects and targets post-meal glucose.

SafetySome cautions

Interacts with many medications via CYP450 enzymes. Consult pharmacist before combining with any prescription drugs. Can lower blood sugar. Monitor if diabetic.

ResearchStrong evidence

Multiple meta-analyses support berberine for blood sugar and cholesterol. Strong evidence base.

What We Like

  • 500mg berberine is the standard clinical dose.
  • MCT oil carrier improves absorption.
  • Berberine has meta-analyses showing blood sugar reduction.
  • NOW Foods quality at budget pricing.

Watch Out For

  • Berberine can cause GI side effects (start low).
  • Drug interactions with many medications.
  • Need 2-3 doses per day for sustained effect.
  • Single 500mg dose may not be enough for some people.

Ingredient Breakdown

2 underdosed
Clinical Adequate Underdosed Overdosed|Bar = % of clinical dose
IngredientDoseStatusvs. Clinical
Berberine HCl10.0

from Berberis aristata Root

500 mgUNDERDOSED
33%
500 mg

of 1500mg

UNDERDOSED
33%
MCT Oil8.0

from Coconut

200 mgUNDERDOSED
1%
200 mg

of 15000mg

UNDERDOSED
1%
In our database (click to learn more) Not yet reviewed

Our Analysis

Best For

Pre-diabetics wanting natural blood sugar support.People with metabolic syndrome.Those with mildly elevated cholesterol.

Skip This If

Anyone on prescription medications without pharmacist review.Pregnant/breastfeeding women.People on diabetes medication (additive blood sugar lowering).

Time to Feel

2-4 weeks for blood sugar changes. 8-12 weeks for cholesterol.

Value

EXCELLENT

How to take: Some practitioners recommend 8 weeks on, 2-4 weeks off.

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