Thorne Berberine-HP

Berberine is an alkaloid that is present in a number of plants, including Berberis vulgaris (barberry), Berberis aristata (tree turmeric), Berberis aquifolium (Oregon grape), Hydrastis canadensis (goldenseal), and Coptis chinensis (goldthread). This important plant extract demonstrates important benefits for glucose metabolism, maintenance of healthy lipid levels, insulin sensitivity, cardiac support, weight management, gastrointestinal health, immune modulation, and cognitive support.

Recommended Dose: Take 1 capsule two times daily or as recommended by your health professional. Consult a health professional for use beyond 3 months.

Warnings: Do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. If symptoms persist or worsen, consult a health-care practitioner. May cause gastrointestinal discomfort such as constipation, vomiting, abdominal pain or diarrhea, in which case discontinue use and consult a health-care practitioner. Consult a health-care practitioner prior to use if you have diabetes, cardiovascular disease, liver or kidney disease, or leucopenia, hypoglycemia or hypotension, or if you have gallstones; or if you are taking prescription medications as berberine may alter their effectiveness.  Keep out of reach of children. Do not use if security seal inside the cap is broken. Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place.