A powerful botanical for heart health, immune support, weight management, and GI support*
Berberine, in Berbercap and Berberine-500, is a natural plant alkaloid offering multiple health benefits*. Key nutritional features include maintaining already healthy cholesterol and blood sugar levels, promoting GI microbial balance, and supporting healthy metabolism*.
Berberine-500
Berberine is an alkaloid found in many plants, including Hydrastis canadensis (goldenseal), Coptis chinensis (Coptis or golden thread), Berberis aquifolium (Oregon grape), Berberis vulgaris (barberry), and Berberis aristata (Indian barberry). The berberine in Berbercap and Berberine-500 is from Indian barberry extract (root) (Berberis aristata).
Thorne's high-quality berberine products provide broad-spectrum immune function and GI support.* Berberine is beneficial for maintaining a healthy balance of normal bacteria in the intestines and promoting healthy respiratory tract mucus membranes.* This botanical extract also demonstrates important benefits for blood sugar metabolism, maintenance of healthy cholesterol levels, and insulin sensitivity.*Ingredient Amounts:
| Name | Amount |
|---|---|
| Berberine HCl | 1g |
| Other Ingredients: Calcium Laurate, Hypromellose Capsule |
This product is contraindicated in an individual with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients.
PREGNANCY WARNING
If pregnant, nursing, or trying to conceive, do not use this product.
INTERACTIONS/CONTRAINDICATIONS
Has been shown to decrease the activity of the cytochrome p450 (CYP) enzymes CYP2D6, CYP2C9, and CYP3A4.
