Berberine

Plant alkaloid with clinical evidence rivalling metformin for blood glucose control and lipid management.

Dosage

Recommended

500 mg 2–3× daily with meals

Upper limit

2000 mg daily

Key Benefits

  • 01Lowers fasting blood glucose by 15–25%
  • 02Reduces HbA1c comparably to metformin
  • 03Decreases LDL cholesterol ~20%
  • 04Supports weight management
  • 05Activates AMPK pathway

Available Forms

Berberine HClDihydroberberine (DHB, more bioavailable)

Safety Notes

  • Metformin (additive)
  • CYP3A4 substrates
  • Blood pressure medications
  • Anticoagulants

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