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Does berberine help you lose weight?

This question is about GLP-1 & Weight Loss

Sarah Achleithner

Yes,

berberine

can help you lose weight. Because berberine has been found to affect metabolism and fat storage, emerging evidence shows that berberine can be effective in reducing and preventing obesity, lowering BMI and waist circumference, and may help with long-term weight loss [

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Studies have also found that berberine may promote modest weight loss in individuals with certain metabolic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease, PCOS, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease [

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While berberine might lead to slight weight loss in some, a healthy diet and lifestyle changes would be essential to maintain for continued weight loss. Check out this article to learn more about

5 science-backed strategies for sustainable weight loss

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Even though berberine supplements may be helpful in your weight loss journey, supplementation is not right for everyone. Talk to your doctor to see if berberine is right for you and your weight loss needs.

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References:

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    https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules27041351

     

  2. Asbaghi, O., Ghanbari, N., Shekari, M., Reiner, Ž., Amirani, E., Hallajzadeh, J., Mirsafaei, L., & Asemi, Z. (2020). The effect of berberine supplementation on obesity parameters, inflammation and liver function enzymes: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Clinical nutrition ESPEN, 38, 43–49.

    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clnesp.2020.04.010

     

  3. Luo, Y., Zeng, Y., Peng, J., Zhang, K., Wang, L., Feng, T., Nhamdriel, T., & Fan, G. (2023). Phytochemicals for the treatment of metabolic diseases: Evidence from clinical studies. Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy, 165, 115274.

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  4. Examine.com. (2023, August 7). Berberine benefits, dosage, and side effects. Examine.

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  5. WebMD. (n.d.). Berberine: Overview, uses, side effects, precautions, interactions, dosing and reviews. WebMD.

    https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-1126/berberine

While berberine might lead to slight weight loss in some, a healthy diet and lifestyle changes would be essential to maintain for continued weight loss. Check out this article to learn more about

5 science-backed strategies for sustainable weight loss

.

Even though berberine supplements may be helpful in your weight loss journey, supplementation is not right for everyone. Talk to your doctor to see if berberine is right for you and your weight loss needs.

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