Berberine Supplements: Do They Help Weight Loss?
What is Berberine?
Berberine is a natural supplement found in plants including European barberry, goldenseal, goldthread, Oregon grape, and tree turmeric. As a supplement, there are no official clinical indications as of yet, but is undergoing testing that has found potential benefit in heart conditions, regulating blood sugar and reducing swelling. Due to its effects in improving insulin sensitivity and metabolism, it has been found to potentially help in weight loss and has been coined as “Nature’s Semaglutide.”
What should I look for?
Speak with a provider to determine if this is a good alternative to use to your current medication. And determine if it is safe with other medications currently using. In general, side effects are minimal. Side effects typically include GI symptoms such as stomach upset, constipation, or diarrhea. For dosing, Berberine is typically dosed at 500mg three times daily.
With supplements, it is important to make sure the supplement is in the purest form it could be. Look for the active ingredient “Berberine hydrochloride” to ensure it is listed and is in the product you are receiving. Avoid products with fillers, artificial colors, or unnecessary additives. Ideally the supplement should be third-party tested and non-GMO certified.
Where can I find Berberine?
Berberine can be found widely available online, health food stores, and general stores that sell over-the-counter supplements including Amazon. Some options to look out for include Enzymedica Berberine which is sustainably sourced and at a dose of 510 mg per capsule or Solaray Berberine which is sustainably sourced, vegan, third-party tested, and nonGMO certified at 535 mg per capsule.
Core Aesthetic
For further questions about the Berberine supplement, speak to your medical professional with Core Aesthetic today. They can also speak with you about other available weight loss options including the Core Weight Loss Program that includes the weight loss injectables: Semaglutide and Tirzepatide. Begin a supervised weight loss program that has one-to-one treatment options that take place both in the comfort of your home as well as in a medical facility.
To begin the weight loss membership, you will start out with a weight loss intake where a medical professional will determine with you, which program is right for you. You will then receive a physical, labs, an initial body scan, and your weight loss handbook. Every month, you will receive follow up body scans that track the specifics of your weight loss journey. Every week, you will receive weekly in-person or virtual health counseling sessions, a weight loss injection, either Semaglutide or Tirzepatide, and weight loss enhancing medication called Lipo-Mino injections. After your first three months on the Core Weight Loss Program, we provide three EvolveX Transform sessions that tightens the loose skin that is caused from weight loss. To start this weight loss membership with Core, download the app and sign up for one of our weight loss programs. Our Medical Weight Loss Program is designed to lose weight safely, keeping the weight off and learning to live healthy and lean for a lifetime.
Core Aesthetic provides weight management plans for patients across the DMV areas. We help you lose weight effectively and safety, under the supervision of our variety of experts. These experts include a medical director, weight loss specialist, compounding pharmacist, and registered nurse, all containing a wealth of knowledge and ready to provide you with the best journey possible. For long-term weight management, having a healthcare team that you feel comfortable with and who is trained in medical weight loss is crucial. Here at Core Aesthetic, we take a holistic approach to weight loss, giving you the support you need before, during and after your treatment to help you maintain a healthy weight for life. Schedule your weight loss consultation today to get started.
