The Vitamin Shoppe reported an increase in sugar control categories of supplements, particularly berberinesales were up nearly 40 percent in 2023 across the whole category, and berberine sales jumped 50 percent
However, the drug is newer and more research is needed
Helping people understand what to expect will be key to building confidence and long-term use
After all, Ozempic can cause nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting, constipation, thyroid tumours, pancreatitis, and kidney and gallbladder problems
Berberine Berberine, a natural compound found in plants like European barberry, Phellodendron, tree turmeric, and Oregon grape, is known to improve insulin sensitivity and lower blood sugar