"Great product! Easy to take, has had a positive impact on my symptoms, and affordable!"
Allegra S, Verified buyerBerberine
Berberine may help improve insulin resistance and, with its anti-inflammatory properties, counteract chronic low-grade inflammation - two key factors often seen in PCOS*.
An easy to swallow, once-a-day capsule that may assist with managing weight and metabolic health, including maintaining healthy cholesterol, triglyceride (fat), and insulin levels in PCOS.
- Each capsule provides 500mg (from 50mg 10:1 extract) of berberine
- We've added black pepper & ginger for their additional health benefits
- Non-GMO & sugar free
Berberine is a natural nutrient that may assist with insulin sensitivity and support overall metabolic health. Quite a few studies have shown this, and we’ve added a couple below. But what does this actually mean for you?
Think sugar cravings, low energy, slow (or rapid!) but stubborn weight gain that won’t budge no matter what you do.. Well, when combined with a balanced lifestyle (super important), Berberine may support your efforts in managing these hormone-related challenges.
Ingredients per serving: Berberine 500mg (from 50mg 10:1 extract), Black Pepper 125mg (from 12.5mg 10:1 extract), Ginger 25.3mg (from 1.1mg 23:1 extract), 5% Gingerols.
- May Support Metabolic Health
- May Assist With Healthy Weight & Lipid Metabolism
- May Assist In Promoting Healthy Blood Sugar Levels
- May Assist With Healthy Insulin Levels
- Safe whilst TTC
- NOT Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
- Vegetarian & Vegan Friendly
Disclaimer
*FDA regulations strictly prohibit the use of therapeutic or medical claims in conjunction with the sale of any product not approved by the FDA. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
*The information and products presented on this website are not intended as a substitute for the advice or medical care of a qualified physician. No action should be taken solely on its content. You should not use the information on this web site for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing any medication or other treatment.
*Dietary supplements supplied by Health & Balance Vitamins Pty Ltd should always be consumed as part of a holistic plan that incorporates nutrition, exercise, stress management and quality sleep. We do not recommend using this product in the absence of the aforementioned lifestyle factors.
*This product is a dietary supplement.
References
Ionescu, O. M., Frincu, F., Mehedintu, A., Plotogea, M., Cirstoiu, M., Petca, A., ... & Mehedintu, C. (2023). Berberine—A Promising Therapeutic Approach to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Infertile/Pregnant Women. Life, 13(1), 125.
Xia, Q., Wang, W., Liu, Z., Xiao, J., Qiao, C., Zhao, Y., ... & Wang, D. (2022). New insights into mechanisms of berberine in alleviating reproductive disorders of polycystic ovary syndrome: Anti-inflammatory properties. European Journal of Pharmacology, 175433.
Mishra, N., Verma, R., & Jadaun, P. (2022). Study on the effect of berberine, myoinositol, and metformin in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a prospective randomised study. Cureus, 14(1).
Wei, W., Zhao, H., Wang, A., Sui, M., Liang, K., Deng, H., ... & Guan, Y. (2012). A clinical study on the short-term effect of berberine in comparison to metformin on the metabolic characteristics of women with polycystic ovary syndrome. European journal of endocrinology, 166(1), 99-105.
Kesarwani, K., & Gupta, R. (2013). Bioavailability enhancers of herbal origin: An overview. Asian Pacific journal of tropical biomedicine, 3(4), 253-266.
Habtemariam, S. (2020). Berberine pharmacology and the gut microbiota: A hidden therapeutic link. Pharmacological research, 155, 104722.
Can Berberine be taken with birth control?
Yes
Can it be combined with Inositol or Balance?
Yes
Can Berberine be taken long-term?
There is information out there that Berberine should be taken for no more than six months however there are no studies confirming this is the case. To be safe, we do recommend taking a month break about every 6 months still.