Can I take berberine for weight loss?

Yes, you can take berberine for weight loss, as emerging evidence shows that berberine supplements can be effective in reducing and preventing obesity, lowering BMI and waist circumference, and may help with long-term weight loss [1,2,3].

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.

References:

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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
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