What is Berberine?
Berberine is a naturally occurring compound found in several plants, including barberry and goldenseal, with a long history of traditional use and a growing body of modern clinical research.
Why is it associated with blood sugar support?
Berberine has been the subject of numerous randomized controlled trials examining its relationship with fasting blood glucose, insulin resistance, and overall glycemic control, making it one of the more clinically studied plant compounds in this category.
What does the research say?
Systematic reviews and meta-analyses have examined berberine's efficacy in patients with type 2 diabetes, its effects on glycemic control and lipid profile, and its safety and tolerability in adults with metabolic disorders. General background is available via the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements.
Berberine's role in GlycoWise
As one of four named ingredients, Berberine forms a central part of the GlycoWise formula's blood-sugar-support positioning. See the full ingredients breakdown.
Safety considerations
Berberine is generally well tolerated but can interact with diabetes medications and certain other drugs. Consult a doctor before combining berberine with prescribed blood sugar medication.