Lose Weight Fast with Berberine (How to use it CORRECTLY)
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- Опубліковано 7 лют 2025
- Berberine is one of the most powerful weight loss supplements out there because it acts on some of the most fundamental issues that precipitate weight gain.
What makes it ideal is that it has a broad range of benefits, is well-tolerated, and can be used in conjunction with other weight loss supplements and medications.
Here's how it can help you lose weight:
1. By improving insulin sensitivity. Berberine has been shown in at least 1 study to have an equal impact on blood sugar as the prescription medication metformin.
2. By increasing the density of mitochondria in your muscle cells. Increasing muscle function is critical to burning more calories.
3. By activating brown fat tissue. Brown fat tissue helps regulate your heat production and metabolism and berberine can help you brown white fat.
4. By reducing inflammation. Reducing inflammation helps balance fat-storing hormones like leptin.
5. By improving gut health. There is a connection between gut health and your ability to stay lean and berberine can help clean up your microbiome from unwanted bacterial overgrowth syndromes.
The ideal dose of berberine is somewhere between 500 mg all the way up to 2,000 mg taken each day. You will want to split the dose taking half in the morning and half in the evening.
Most people are fine taking 1,000 mg per day but you may want to take more if you are trying to treat issues like diabetes or insulin resistance as well.
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Supplements can aid in weight loss. The Fun Fit Book's advice on proper use of supplements was invaluable.
I used it for 6 months before I was finally diagnosed with diabetes so it didn't help me nor did I loose any weight.
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@@deborahanderson4357 berberine on its own is not enough. Most probably, you were still leading an unhealthy lifestyle and eating too many starches.
I’ve lost 102 lbs in the last year and a half after being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Berberine is part of my plan along with low carb, fasting, acv and lifting weights - nir light, vibraplate, hypnosis, etc 😅 but it’s been easy this time! It’s still coming off and I’ve never been on other meds for type 2, plus A1C is coming down.
HOW MUCH do u take please?
Which NIR light & which vibroplate?
I have got rid of Sugar diet soda and all the othe junk started August 28 2022 I don't eat after 6pm - 10 am can't lose any weight in fact i have gained a dress size in last 10 days I have a thyroid problem I don't know what to do i also walk on treadmille daily can someone help
@@patriciasalyers9875 What do you eat for breakfast?
@@patriciasalyers9875 Dear Patricia. Easy to treat Thyroid. Are you hypo? Syntroid and Liothronine T3. HOW MUCH do you eat between 10 am and 6 pm? Are u limiting yiur carbs intake to no more than 25 grams per day?
5 months ago I was 155 and now 122, this supplement works for me!!!!! And my inflammation is under control!!!!
How are you taking it?
that's my average weight I want 120 as an end weight
What else you did and what brand you took? Thanks
Congrats on your weight loss, what's your dose of you don't mind me asking?
It made me sick when I first started it. DId you start off with a small dose?
I have been on Berberine since Jan. Off and on intermittent fasting, watching my carbs, trying not to eat late at night. I am down 12 pounds. Have not lost weight like this since in my 20s. It works slow but it works. When I stick to my IF, low carb, no late night snacking and Berberine that is when the weight drops faster. No side effects for me. Good luck all!
Same. I've had some issues with hormones and I've come the conclusion I'm IR and I have PCOS (but doctors have been failing me with help of hormones and such). I also think my body is just more sensitive to carbs. I have lowered my carbs, take many supplements including berberine since April and I've lost 10-12lbs. I don't fast anymore because it stresses me out more, unfortunatley. I have found over the last few weeks I'm fuller after smaller meals than I use to be.
Consider going on the Keto diet, if you want to lose weight faster. Eliminate sugar, and keep your carb intake at thirty grams a day or lower. I lost forty pounds last year, and at age 65, I am now down to the weight I was at in my 20s. I feel extraordinarily better! I am not doing Keto now, but I'm taking Berberine daily, and maintaining my lower weight with ZERO struggle or deprivation. If I start gaining weight at some point, I'll just go back to full Keto, and keep Berberine in the plan. Be well, and prosper!
Do you have any recommendation on the brand to use? There are so many options out there, I never know which ones are full of fillers and which ones actually work.
Congratulations! Good job
@@stephen3073congratulations and good job! Keep going
I'm 50 years old at 49 highway 293, I quit sugar, I started cardio and lifting weights every other day. I'm down to around 205 and a 32-inch waist from the 40. All without any drugs just quit eating sugar pasta and all can goods.
Great job losing the weight naturally!! It takes a little longer to see results naturally but it’s worth it. The long term effects of these drugs are unknown.
Can you take Berberine while you're taking Metformin?
Good for you. Sounds like you don't have insulin resistance. Must be nice.
I weighed 380 + lbs.. Started cutting back on carbs 2001 and taking Berberine. Was on Insulin and Metformin. Now 2023 I weigh 220 lbs, Now no need for prescription meds.. I try to exercise (walking) 20 Minutes daily. I also had sleep apnea, uses a cpap machine at night.. No longer have Sleep Apnea..
Did you take the supplement with metformin ?
That’s fantastic! I take 500 metformin per day. I want to switch to Berberine.
Can you please share what brand of Berberine you used.
Awesome! 🎉
Beautiful ! I have started low carb 3 days ..am diabetic...high blood pressure. Hoping to get off metformin and Jardine. Have heard of berberine. Thank you for the inspiration ❤
I take 3 berbetine per day and do intermittent fasting. I cut out 3 diabetic meds ...1 BP med and a stomach pill. Feel great. Jardiance gave me infections . My moods are calm all the time.
How long do u fast
3? You are a liar. Max per day is 1.
If it’s messing your stomach up then it is not for you! Everyone’s body is different and will react differently, so listen to your body!!
Not all brands are the same either. It gives me diarrhea. I would like to know if someone having my issues tried another brand with better luck???
Then, do you boo.
Are you taking it with food? Seemed to help me with that approach.
No that’s not true. It messes with your stomach in the beginning which is why you’re supposed to start at a lower dose like once a day. The first time I took it as prescribed my stomach was messed up. I went to TikTok and everyone said start at a low dose which I did and then increase after 2 weeks. Worked like magic
This was true of me with Biotin. It just made me sick.
I am insulin resistant, with PCOS, and I’m excited to add berberine + chromium to my other supplements, which are an inositol, and NAC. They’ve been game changers! I never thought supplements could help as much as they have! With the two supplements I’m on now alone, I’ve lost a good amount of weight..one pair of my shorts looks like i can almost fit my body in one leg hole of my shorts!! 😂prior I couldn’t lose a pound, and I was 300+ lbs… 😢nothing I tried helped, nothing. And now my body is trying to work with me..not against me anymore! Thank god for bloodwork! ❤❤
You're taking bernerine and chromium? Any dieting? I'm plant based so Im curious. And congrats to you on your weight loss. Sounds like you've gone down quite a bit!!😎😎
Awesome work
@@cherrellsumbler85 the chromium I’ve run past my health provider, she’s looking to add it, but I must be careful because of other meds, and illnesses I have..always consult your doc!
I am NOT allowed to start the berberine, until we get my liver checked a bit better, and since berberine has a poor absorption rate,and it must go through the liver, we’re holding off until I can get confirmation of what’s going on in my liver,which the appt is in a few weeks! I’m glad I just didn’t start taking it! I do take a collagen supplement for joint support/inflammation, and it’s helped tremendously, along with the NAC, which supports a healthy liver. So! Once I get the all clear- I’ll add the berberine! I’m excited, but I guess it’s not the greatest thing for you if you have liver issues,or blood pressure problems..
If I come across any excellent plant based products, I’ll come back here to let you know! But I’ve found, that a high protein, high veggie, low carb diet(I don’t deny myself,I just eat smaller portions of carbs,and a bit more of protein, and fill up on the veggies! I cut out ALOT of sugar, and soda.( I will have a can here n there,but I don’t drink the whole thing and I add lots of ice! It’s funny how we can trick our brains! And here’s a great tip I learned to eat your meal..go around your plate, eat your meat,or veggies- FIRST! Then, leave your carbs on the plate for last. By the time you go to eat your carbs, you’ll already start feeling full! You won’t even finish your rice,or potatoes,or whatever carb might be on your plate! It works!! (I know you don’t eat meat,but maybe that can still help! ) and for exercise, I try to at least get a walk in. I am still trying to get back my energy,but I know I need to get this weight off to really feel better!
@@AgewolfWorkout Thankyou, I feel a bit stronger and better everyday!! 💯
Which brands of berberine and NAC do you take? I go into analysis paralysis mode when trying to decide which brand to try because there are so many
Hey Guys I just wanted to give an update. I watched this video about 5 weeks ago and have been losing weight ever sense. This is the first time I’ve taken a vitamin and had it work so fast ESPECIALLY with weight lose. I’m never bloated or uncomfortable anymore. I even skipped a couple of days and it still was working. Hope this helps best wishes 👍🏾✨
Did you also implement the intermittent fasting? I am struggling to add that because I don’t have a gallbladder anymore and I Get pretty sick when I re-introduced food after fasting from say 8 PM to 11 AM even.
Which brand? How much?
Which brand did do use?😊🙏
@@lmullens75 No I haven’t done any fasting or working out. They only changes I made were No eating out and No alcohol. But I cook whatever I want and drink lots of water or sparkling water. I get full a lot faster and think about food a lot less ✨
@@TheBosslady0417 I ordered THORNE off Amazon and take two in the morning
Been taking berberine for about three days and today I almost forgot to eat! That’s miraculous for me because all I think about is food, love food, and eat a lot of it. The fact that I had to force myself to eat one cup of soup and some yogurt is pretty remarkable.
Have you lost any weight since you started the berberine 2 months ago?
@ I actually stopped taking it. I found out it lowers cholesterol, and since my cholesterol is already naturally super low, I was afraid it would have bad health ramifications
Taking berberine for 2 weeks now I've lost almost 6 pounds
when and how much do you take?
Which brand do you use?
Which brand are you taking?
Which brand pliz
Which brand do you take?
Wow. An entire video on how to use berberine correctly, and it does not actually mention how to take it. Incredible. Is it lipophilic? Is it to be taken before food, with food, after food or on an empty stomach? Personally, I do know the answers to those questions, but seriously, dude! If you make a video called "How to use it CORRECTLY" that would be the questions I would want answered most of all, because if I am looking for a video on HOW to use it, I probably already know why I want to use it (and its benefits).
So why don't you answer? Looks like you're gatekeeping too
LOL! I just purchased a bottle. Take 1 softgel 3 times daily with food.
@crystaldiaz4764 I don't know what "gatekeeping" is, but I do know that it's entirely reasonable to expect to learn how to take berberine from a video entitled "How to use berberine correctly". Nothing I said is a personal insult, it's the definition of "constructive criticism": you don't just spout why something is crap, you actually show how to correct the problem, which is precisely what I did.
Had the video been called "What is Berberine" my criticism might not necessarily be considered valid. But when a video called "How to..." does not actually tell you "how" - well, you know it fails in a major way.
@@crystaldiaz4764 "in general, gatekeeping is the act of controlling access to or limiting participation in a particular group, community, or culture.
Maybe you need to go back to school. He's not gatekeeping at all. He made some very valid points here. The video mentions dosing, half in the morning, half at night, but not about with or without food. Sadly, most Doctors in the nutrition world have to walk on egg shells due to the fear that youtube will block them if they mention cures, solving diseases, etc.
RIGHT? I JUST WATCHED THE WHOLE THING LIKE A GOOD GIRL AND .... OKAY... ???
I started berberine about 3 weeks ago. Ive lost a few pounds and it has lowered my appetite.
That's great. Was your diet and exercise about same as before? I bought 2 bottles today
@sangkim7504 Yes it worked without changing anything else..
Which brand are you taking and how much?
I'm l9sing weight on berberine and it's helped my bad stomach. It's done WONDERS for my gut issues
I started taking it after losing 20lbs through diet. My doctor put on metformin and it made me say sick. This has no side effects, my bowels are less inflamed, and I lost 3lbs the first week. 😊
Metformin was horrific for my housemate. He lost control of his bowels on day one. 😔
How are you taking berberine? And how many? I’ve been taking it and haven’t lost a thing!
@@DT-su8cq No results for me as well. I actually lost weight eating clean and walking 5 days a week.
Please be very specific that you didn’t have side effects. Berberine definitely has possible side effects (especially in newborns and pregnancy) and multiple drug interactions.
I have PCOS & I noticed immediate results in my mood with taking Berberine. I used to be irritated daily and short tempered. After supplementing, I became calm and felt normal! That tells me it brought my blood sugar/insulin down! 🎉
@TheArielrb That's confusing! Well, the avereage dose (1pill) of Berberine is 500mg and the suggested dose a day is 1500mg (3pills).
I also wonder if berberine helps to lower your cortisol levels? Because cortisol is also linked to weight gain especially around the stomach perhaps the berberine is lowering your cortisol which is lowering your stress level
@@steph678 For sure! I learned from watching Dr. Bergs vids that I'm an 'Adrenal' body type meaning I store weight around my stomache bc of Cortisol.
@@steph678cortisol is central to insulin insensitivity. The function of cortisol is to increase blood sugar. See how they go hand in hand.
Anything that lowers cortisol will fix sugar issues.
@@briellebee9983lowers cholesterol too
I have been taking berberine for over 4 months. 3 a day with meals. My conclusion it works, but like everything if you are still going to eat horrible you won’t lose weight. But this does help you feel full faster and keeps you feeling full longer. I have not checked my blood sugars so I do not know that aspect. But if you are on a diet and want to speed up your weight loss than this is fantastic. I have lost 75 pounds in 11 months. I have not experienced any bad side effects from taking this.
Did you take it 30 min before a meal?
@@fatimatuzzehra6268 no I take them with meals. I have heard that it can hurt/damage your stomach if you take them on an empty stomach. Not sure if it’s true or not though.
I just wanted to lose 15lbs, my doc prescribed Metformin and also mentioned berberine. I don’t like prescriptions, so I just went with the berberine…love it!! I feel like a new person. 😊
Could you share more about your process? My doctor prescribed metformin so I stopped taking berberine. I’m not really sure what to do though, because I was losing weight on berberine
Do you take meformin & Berberine together?
@@debpoli85so you stopped doing something that was working. And berberine is a natural equivalent to metformin. Is it just because your doctor said so?
I was going to try to get pregnant, and berberine is not considered safe (probably due to lack of research), while metformin is@@mjt1517
@@debpoli85do what works for you 😊
I have been taking berberine since mid June. Ive lost 10lbs. And inches in my waist. I workout. Eat ok about 85% clean. Im also prediabetic, perimenopause, high blood pressure and my dr wanted me on cholesterol. I just got my labs and I blew it out of the water! Cholesterol went from 200 to under 120. Hdl 44 ldl 53. Glucose was 94- non fasting. I'm estatic.
Which brand?
@@immajack9067 how did you take it? Thank you?
What about bp?
Cholesterol that low will cause dementia. I would do a little research on that because it's not healthy to take cholesterol meds when your numbers were fine in the first place.
I have been taking Barbara in for a month now. I have never taken a supplement that has such profound effects on me. I was borderline diabetic and I haven’t gone to the doctor yet but I am so much more emotionally stable feeling that my blood sugar has got to be even. It’s unbelievable really
Hello there, if you don't mind me asking what brand you use and where can I purchase it. I had a total thyroidectomy back in 2011. I would really appreciate it.
Has Barbara been paying any rent, or is she at least doing the dishes..?
@@tobyfitzpatrick3914 😂
Profound is absolutely the proper word to use here. I experienced a 95% reduction in cravings. I can go a full 24H without eating, see food and decide not to eat because I just don't feel like it. Never have I had such control over myself. Also the improvement in cognitive function is amazing. I feel like a different person. This supplement is a life changer for obese people particularly. Be healthy, be happy, take berberine!
Which one you ordered?
Ive been taking berberine 2 months ive lost 10 pounds so far and feel amazing! Not big but wanted to lose vanity pounds. Like i would eat extremely healthy and around 1500 calories but i kept gaining weight?! The science didn't add up. I also eat alot of carbs from being mostly vegetarian. I suffered severe constipation and only pooped once a week if at all. Strong laxatives did not work. I now go 2 to 3 times a day and feel so much better! Also, i have more energy. Suffer from chronic fatigue. I used to always feel like i would pass out not now! Id get shaky between meals not now. I take 500mg every 5 hours. I found after taking it a month it greatly reduced my hunger. Now its difficult to eat 1200-1500 calories a day. It really has changed my life.
Ohmygod this is so relatable. Im so glad it worked out for you. Can i ask which brand of berberine you take?
Me too! I’m not actually overweight but right in the limit, plus I have never been so big, my clothes are tight and I feel bloated, but my health and hormones look perfect for my age… still i don’t feel this is good for me, and even if do keto+ fasting, even OMAD and workout I lose 1 pound! If I eat one fruit I gain 2 😢😢😢 maybe berberine will work for me
@@infinitekaro6946did it work?
Try taking “laxaday” every day with water. This will help bowel
Movements become regular and effort-free
I’ve been taking Berberine for a month 1/2.. I did initially drop 5 pounds but since then I’ve lost inches 👏🏼 which I prefer! I’ve also focused on a calorie deficit & weight training
Yay for you!!
It’s happening to me with T2 from Child’s, im loosing inches.
Awesome! Do you mind telling the brand you use?
Calorie deficit and weights …if you lose weight DO NOT credit anything except YOURSELF and YOUR OWN determination. Quit the berberin, you don’t need it!
I think Thorne is a good brand.
Berberine for 2 weeks status update:
- 500mcg before lunch (I fast). If I take a 2nd 500mcg, ive had mild headache or dizziness.. this stuff is strong.
- lost 5lbs and not counting calories
- chronic knee pain GONE. Like.. gone!
- muscle recovery and gains, increased energy when weight training (wasnt expecting this)
- sleeping better
- bowel movements are excellent
I have had classic insulin resistance symptoms, on and off for years. This supplement is giving me an edge. Going to cycle 2 months on 1 month off.
500 micrograms isn't very much at all That's-0005mg
For the past week, I’ve been taking it. I’m down almost 2lbs.
I also have PCOS, so it’s been difficult to lose weight for a long time. Let’s see how much more it benefits me I’ll give it 3-4 months.
Pcos is a direct result of METABOLIC SYNDROM. Insist on checking your A1c to determine if you gave pre-diabetes or full blown
How much do you take?
@@cammiemorgan4108 I’m taking 500mg a day. So, one pill. I’m starting off slow.
I have PCOS as well... now I'm REALLY curious if you can lose weight on this. Keep us updated, please!
@@GIGGLEBOX3O3 are u overweight? Do you have type 2 diabetes?
I started taking Berberine this past week. I did miss a couple days here and there and managed to lose 5lbs without trying. I've noticed I'm not getting that after meal bloat that I always get after eating literally anything.
Do you take it with food ?
@Sandy Seale I've been taking it after a big meal. I've been doing 1,500mg. I think I'm going to split it up 1,000mg after 2 meals to bump it up to 2,000mg daily.
@@amandak6986 Thank you .
Where do you but it from?
@Keep it real I was inpatient and went to my local health food and supplement store. They only had one brand that was 1,000mg servings( 500mg each pill). The rest were only 500mg servings so less pills in bottle. The one I got is Life Seasons Essential
I just started a bottle of berberine this week. Taking notes on how I am feeling. Carnivore is one of the best things I have ever done!
Please say one day of how you eat
Okay, I subscribed, finally. Yes, my experience is that Berberine and Apple cider vinegar seem almost magical. My blood sugar is much lower nowadays, and I don't need to take metformin anymore. My blood sugar has come down a lot, in a very short time. I just checked it and it is 116. That is good.
When, how much vinegar do you take?
@@GygaxGirl 1tbsp of Bragg's Apple Cider Vinegar with every meal and 1tbsp before bed is a great routine.
@@alexxxO_O thank you 😊
@@GygaxGirl you're welcome!! Best of luck on your health journey!
How do you take the apple cider vinegar? Do you mix it with anything?
I was on it for months and actually gained weight.
I just started using this! For me, after I eat, I get the feeling that my food is not being digested properly. But I take some apple cider vinegar, and all is good! If this happens to anyone else, I'd recommend trying that.
Ask doctor about using dihydroberberine , it's a variant that doesn't cause as much stomach upset apparently... also is more bioavailable/ potent so you take less mg...
@@Horace1993 Thank you! I did not know about dihyroberberine!
@@Horace1993 what brand do you suggest? Thank you!!
Lotta good questions here with NO ANSWERS
Read the thread. The answers from him are there, but not on the same question repeated over and over.
Took 500 mg tab….was so nauseous and light-headed that it took me a full day to get over the effect. I don’t think I will be taking a second pill.
That’s too much to start with. Consider starting with 100 mg and work up slowly
Hoping you're eating and not taking it on a empty stomach.
I take mines at night 1- pill after I've eaten
I had gut upset from berberine, too!
TRY Gymnema Sylvestre 25:1 extract (I have Zazee brand). It regulates blood sugar like berberine , but BETTER & w/out the adverse reactions. 👍 Hope this helps.
On it... berberine, vegan/vegetarian diet focusing on whole foods plant based, resistance training, & intermittent fasting 12 to 8 feeding window. I stay between 155 and 165 lbs at 5'9". I think this strategy is a good one. It has worked for me.
Very good.. this is a great plan....congrats..
🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗😍
Which brand of berberine please?
2 - Active-PK w/ 2 - Blade from Blue Star morning and afternoon. I also take 4 Aphro-D. Very easy maintenance of weight and muscle tone. @@Fluentinsupply
It actually helped my gut health and stopped the crashing from eating carbs. I usually to get extremely gassy or bloated after eating and this has really helped me not feel like that especially during long haul flights. I'm not sure how it will help me weight loss
So true! I’ve been consistently taking berberine to lower my cholesterol for the last 2 months and I’m also losing weight! I was trying to figure out why, I’m 57 I’ve been working hard on the ranch, my wife and I do OMAD/low carb and the weight is flying off! I take 2400mg per day after upping it from 1200mg once a day. Among other vitamins I also started taking methylene blue and I’ve notice increased oxygen absorption, I do not get winded easily and I have crazy energy.
What time of day do you take your berberine? I just bought it and I feel like it made me tired. I eat OMAD (mostly in the evenings)...
I have not heard of ethylene blue. Very interesting.
@@rtucker6707 I’m OMAD too and take 2400 mg berberine after dinner, can’t wait to test my blood.
@@marym4569 methylene blue, also I take NAC with glycine and have finally got rid of my constant mucus dripping in the back of my throat causing me to constantly clear my throat.
@@andrewrivera4029 what is your berberine brand?
🙏🏽🙏🏽 Thanks! I’m going to take more. I’ve had severe pcos-estrogen dominance for 30 years, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, MCAS, etc. I’ve been paleo-keto for 20+ years and have done lots of IF, but I still have insulin resistance and very reactive blood sugar, and I’ve gained 35 lbs or more since I’ve been laid up with injuries for 5.5 years. It’s so frustrating. I’m going to increase my dose and see if it helps.
I use Berberine and it has helped me lose 45 lbs along with other supplements. Love it!!
Wow! What other supplements? Do you fast as well?
@@mzzzdcollins9820 intermittent fasting and NoMorbidity and Alkemi
What brand Bernerine did you take?
Omgoshhh please write down the other supplements 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 I beggg
@@themindhelp9584 NoMorbidity and Alkemi.
I’ve been taking berberine for about 3 weeks now along with a high veggie, high protein diet. Haven’t lost any weight yet but my stomach issues are so much better. Way less bloat.
It takes 3-4 weeks for weight loss to start. Also cut out junk food, sugary drinks & reduce carbs. Do walking as exercise
Get rid of the veggies. You’ll see a weight loss. No sugar. Go carnivore
Sugar and bad carbs make me bloat. Did the de-bloating coincide with sugar reduction?
you may need to cut the veggies for the bloating.
You could do the same thing by just drinking carrot juice, it's one of the most potent anti inflammation veg,it gets rid of free radicals in your system, cleans your liver,it gives you a glow on your skin, it's known to help you with your mitochondria which is the power house of your cells juicing help s you from aging and many other things do your research people stay healthy 😊
So glad I listened to this one. Got my bottle and ready to start my berberine! Thanks to all the docs educating us.
bottle? what about in it's natural form. anybody use it as a food? put on salad or in a smoothie?
Any luck with it??
Thanks!
Last fall I started taking chia seeds, berberine and astragalus. I lost 75 pounds in less than 6 months. Waist size did not change but I do feel much better. Plus the double chin did disappear!
congrats! but what's astralagus?
I don't comprehend how a person can lose 75lbs and their waist size stay the same?
Yikes!!! You lost too much muscle then😢
@@republicanruleI was thinking the same thing
@@republicanruleI was like wait what lol..thinking the same damn thing
What's interesting about berberine is while only 1% is absorbed by the body it still has a powerful affect. It's hypothesized that berberine is processed by bacteria in the gut and the derivatives of berberine are what are absorbed in the body and helps weight loss.
Is there a way to inchrease absorption?
@@OleDiaBole Find one with CEYLON Cinnamon as well as Milk Thistle to protect your liver.
@@OleDiaBoleliposamal berberine use
What helped me w weight loss is Citrus Bergamot and also Acetyl Carnitine. I'm taking Berberine but for heart health.
How much Bergemot? What brand? Thx
Thank you for sharing your results.
I've been taking it & haven't lost any weight
This is the most comprehensive definition of exactly what I need. Wow!!!!
No real weight loss here, but I'm nearly 70. I walk 2-4 miles a day at a minimum but am loaded with lipoma so I have no clue how much I weigh and how much "they" weigh. I've noticed a lot better with the cholesterol levels.
My father's blood sugar reduced from 8.3 to 7.3 in a month after taking berberine just 2x a day
How much twice a day?
I've used Berberine for 2 months with fasting & min carbs. Something must be wrong with me. I'm not losing weight. I'm 56, ex gymnast & nothing is getting rid of my meno belly or helping me to get back my size. Stuck at 130lbs. Was always 116lbs until last fall. YUK
But 130 is not big. Depends on your build and your height. Maybe you are at your ideal weight for your body and you've always been too thin. Have you thought about that. Maybe your body feels better at 130. Like is said it's not big. But again I don't know your height.
@@inesafrica6641 I'm 5' 1.5" I'm really struggling at a higher weight. I now know i have a good sized hernia + hemrrhoids so my insides are in turmoil. No matter exercise, diet, fasting, vitamins/minerals or anti-inflammatories, I can't stop my insides from being inflamed or get on a regular schedule to get rid of the extra. Thanks for asking.
Have you had your thyroid levels checked? Hypothyroidism is one of the most commonly missed/undiagnosed conditions in women.
after a lot of research and trying so many I am sticking to cosynee life's berberine complex for now, I started three months back
Helped me loose 15 pounds already,cleared skin and overall gut health has been improved!!
My target for this month is till 20 pounds
also before adding supplements in your routine make sure that you are properly exercising and taking a balance diet and drinking plenty of water (MUST) to double it's benefits
MOST IMPORTANTLY - have patience
HAPPY weight loss journey!!
So frustrating and annoying that some say Berberine is bad/dangerous, doesn’t help with weight loss and others say the opposite. I wish things weren’t like this and we could know that information out there is trustworthy and accurate.
Thank you! This is the help TRUE doctors provide ⭐⭐⭐
Just received my package of supplements from your online store… just started taking the Berberine ❤ Can’t wait to see results from the bundle. I can’t loose weight. 30lbs from my goal weight. I eat clean, no sugar, no gluten, no dairy and still have problems.
I just got the diagnosis from my doctor for Hypothyroidism. ( prescribed me Synthroid ) My first response was…no thanks I’ll get more information online. 😅found you ❤
Don’t take Synthroid, it only addresses T4. Armory Thyroid or NT are far more effective & have far fewer additives. This has been my experience of 30 years.
IF
Definitely lower fat. I recently changed to plant based 80 / 10 / 10 (yes high carb) to reverse my pre-Diabetes and i didn't need to lose weight but was surprised that i lost so much. I did reverse my pre-Diabetes. -- in 1.5 months went from A1C of 6.0 to 5.6 (normal). I removed all oils and nuts..at least for now and that made a dramatic effect on weight. Been using berberine, too, so maybe that's why. Now i need to put some wieght back on.
@@lynnsanelli1838did you have any side effects taking it? Which one you ordered and how much you take?
@@beverleycumming1876 yes IF as well 😊
Another really good thing for Diabetes is Bitter Melon . Its really bitter to eat . I was introduced to this through a friend whose father use to make it with rice as a side dish . Its a Filipino dish .Its in Tea formula ..and supplements I think?
Yes we use bitter melon as part of our support program. What else are you doing?
I take a couple a day for the last couple of months, I have not lost anything, but I will keep taking. 🌻.. I will let you y’all know when I do. 😊
What is the best Brand you would recommend to a patient???
Swanson brand buy online
WOW! I just got some Berberine but wasn’t sure how to take it, I want to lose some weight so I’m going to start taking it tomorrow. I Workout 4 times a week so that’s covered and I have been measuring my food intake with MyFitnessPal . Thanks 🙏🏾
Where do you get Berberine? At your pharmacy??
@@gudrungarzon7083 I got it from a company called luma Nutrition Berberine 1200mg
Berberine is also used to treat sibo. An over growth of bacteria in the small intestine. Never heard of using it for weight loss. 😳
What I'm using it to do.
How much? I have SIBO and take berberine but still have symptoms
Kathleen9456. I take it with other supplements Allicin, Antrantil, oregano (not all at the same time or together). I would go to a functional medicine doctor, you might have other issues as well. SIBO can be a bear to get rid of... Had scary high levels of both methane and hydrogen. Methane is now gone and hydrogen is almost completely gone.
I notice on this thread that everyone is different, so it may take some trial and write to see what works for your body
Just started taking Berberine after hearing so many positives about it. I’m on day 3 have noticed less appetite and i haven’t had any sugar cravings so far. Don’t need to lose too much weight but my sugar cravings have been bad last couple of months through stress so I’m hoping it will continue to help. Will be interesting to see in the next few weeks.
Just started with Berberine..2 caps a day….have had no side effects….maybe a wee bit headchey, but nothing a Tylenol won’t help🤷♀️
Have to say my energy the last few days has been stellar..also recommitted to walking everyday and some dance excercise on my patio😝
You want to be kind to your liver. Tylenol is counterproductive.
Just make sure to check your sugar as you might be having a hypo
Amazing lecture, simple language with high scientific, straight to the point information. Although I know about berberine a lot but still I did learn more from this. Thank you
What brand do you use?
@@musiquetube7 I actually tested DHB from NNM directly. It's Dihydroberberine. It's much stronger than normal berberine. 100mg of it is more effective than 500mg metformin based on our experience with 3 patients
I love you 😁 I am doing research and this info was very helpful. My friend has been on Ozempic for over 2 weeks and had temporary blindness twice. I started doing research and a doctor said berberine is an alternative to ozempic without the side effects of the drug. I just ordered berberine and look forward to all these positive things you mentioned. I am 5'5 183 pounds and would like to lose 40 pounds. I'll be back to give an update.
Do you have an update?
update?
Great information, but can you be more specific about if you can take it while in a fasted state - or do you have to take it only when you are planning to eat food. Thank you.
Never take pills on an empty stomach..
Its arriving tmrw, i am going to try it combined with nutrition and exercises, wish me luck!! I am currently 120KG😢
Good luck! How is it going?
Should I take this and metformin at the same time?
I will say no
I love your videos. Thank you Dr. child’s. I just purchased and started today DihydroBerberine cause regular Berberine has side effects I heard from another Dr. I’m type 2 pre diabetic for the last two years and exercising a lot and walking minimum 10,000 steps a day. I’m hoping that this Berberine will help me to control my blood glucose better and will give me some muscles!
Where did you find/buy the dihydroberberine? Several conversation strings have stated they can't figure out where purchase it.
Amazon
@@tamie4206I purchased mine from Dr Ergin"s super berberine 1 a day with meal
It's also a pcsk9 inhibitor meaning it can lower APOB, helping to prevent atherosclerotic disease.
Can you show studies? Thanks
Berberine is very popular in the bodybuilding world. I stared taking it 15 years ago.
Hello, what’s the best brand to take?
Just started berberine. Already notice appetite seems to be more steady, not up and down and especially not late at night. North Century Pharmacy (on all the social media platforms) sells a good form. I have started on 500mg and will adjust as needed
I lost 20 pounds using berberine, which was Great! But it gave me upset digestion issues that were a real nuisance.
Did you eat low carb
Try taking it after meals then if you haven’t already
Me here. I made sure I took it before a meal and 2 to 3 weeks of taking this I was a mess! Had to stop taking it.
Please research and try milk thistle.
I took a quality digestive enzyme support and it fixed that for me.
Can you take Berberine if you are on Thyroid medicine? I take Levothyroxine. Thank you.
Which supplement does everyone use? There are so many brands for berberine.
Swanson buy online
I have begun taking dihydroberberine along with other supplements and better food and water. Lost 3 pounds last week and am hoping to continue to take off fat.
where did you manage to buy it?
Can you please share the brand and how much you take?
@@mettejensen8653 I've never purchased supps fro. Them but looks like Walmart has it.
Just seen your video can I take berberine together with vitamin C and magnesium.thank you
Amazon has dehydroberberine. Just saw it there today.
Berberine is great for SIBO, intestinal issues. I found it to be very harsh when taking it daily. No carbs no sugar you’ll lose weight
I have IBS and berberine caused bad cramping and diarrhea that lasts for a couple days past my dose.
@@Habitation333ditto. One would think if it's supposed to be good for the gut, why are we dealing with diarrhea??? Is it a "brand" issue?
I know one of the side effects is diarrhea but I can't live with it.
@@Habitation333I had same reaction and tried a couple brands. Gut issues for 2 days and I emptied out half of the capsule. I'm afraid to try it again.
I took have tried a few brands but no difference. I still have bad gut issues each time I tried it. I've tried 5 xs at this point I don't plan to try again. I was hoping if I used it a couple times my body would adjust but it didn't.
Can't wait to try this to see how well it works but I would recommend to everyone to do a parasite cleanse for at least 3 months. Parasites are known for wrecking havoc on your body. Once you do a parasite cleanse a lot of your symptoms will go away. Just a suggestion...😁
Well of course ever since CDC reign of terror we learned about the paste. Thanks be to God. Getting rid of parasites before you see a doctor. Because seeing one could be risky insomuch they are under evil authority. That's why UA-cam explanations by doctors are so useful because in the office they might get in big trouble if they explain stuff to us.
Americans don't hate parasites.
@@carolsummers8734if you eat pork or don’t wash your produce you do.
You said it!
A large percentage of Americans, unknowingly, have Helicobacter Pylori bacteria in their bodies. It is mostly passed through saliva! (Kissing, sharing cups and straws, etc.) I was able to get rid of it with Matula Tea, which is very expensive, but I just saw online that berberine can also kill it!
I have lost about 50 pounds in the past 5 months. It suppresses my appetite. I don't want to lose any more so I am going to stop it for a few months. Not sure what my A1C is. I am not diabetic the a far but that was not a concern. With loss of appetite goes an absolute distaste for sweets, even my favorite, ice cream.
NOTE: I AM HOPING THIS IS WHY MY PAIN LEVEL HAS DIMINISHED A BIT.
Edit: came back to say that I took 100 mg daily. I really think the higher doses are not necessary unless the lower dose is not working.
Katie: What dosage were you taking on a daily basis and where did you get it?
Thank you for sharing. What dose do you take? (How many mg)?
@@suehumphreys2999
Low dose - 100 mg/day.
I did not need to go up to 500 mg.
Start low dose.
Thank you for the valuable information. I have lost 104lbs over the past 19 months by combining intermittent fasting, weight lifting and a whole food, low carb diet. Now that I’m getting close to my goal weight, it is getting a little more difficult to loose it so I am considering taking berberine as an additional help. My question here is: if I split the dose into 2 (morning and evening as recommended) would that break my fast? I usually fast from 8pm - 6pm of the following day.
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You only eat for 2 hrs a day?
Try taking berberine before your meals.
@@nikkig4847yes, that what she typed - not One meal a day but 2 hours to eat what she eats
@@nikkig4847 Hi, Yes, that’s what IF is. Personally, my eating window is 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm, and my meal is low carb - no rice, pasta, bread, potatoes. And it’s not that I eat that entire time, but my meal and maybe a small snack are consumed within that time frame.
This is the best supplement video I’ve seen
I must be taking the wrong berberine brand because I’ve been taking them for months & watching what I eat & nothings changed
I took metformin and it raised my blood sugar
Not likely brother. Another variable is the cause. I take it as well
I could not tolerate it and neither could my son in law.
Thank you for sharing. I heard that it kills gut bacteria. Can you please share some knowledge regarding this side effect and advice for preventing this. Million thanks
Strong healthy gut bacteria can withstand the supplement. In Europe, the latest studies tell us to aim for around 30 different plants a week (veg, fruit, grains, seeds, spices, herbs etc) which is doable if you start a meal with a mixed salad or mixed veg soup (you can freeze soup portions) and shop “the rainbow” of fruit and veg. Lentils and certain healthy grains like quinoa are great in stews, fresh herbs you can pop in a mug of water on the counter and just add them to as many things as possible over the week. It becomes a fun game to see how much you can put in one dish 😊
Nice video. Can you suggest which berberrine to take? What dosage as I am type 2 diabetic and need to lose weight?
There's only 1.. Amazon has it, just got mine today
I'm on my second bottle and half way in I'm seeing the issues with inflammation go away. I'm down 2 lbs. I also fast stating 12:00 to 8:00 pm.
Whew! It may work for some but it hasn’t worked for me. I do feel the reduced appetite but after taking 500-1500mg for maybe a month, I have severe stomach pain, diarrhea, and today a new one is that I’m extremely fatigued. I discontinued its use today and likely won’t pick it up again. I can’t handle the stomach issues and today I haven’t had an appetite at all.
Did you use the Berberine from Dr. Childs?
@@julieellis6793 no. But the ingredients were the same.
@@MLC03 thanks
try a lower dose and do liposomal berberine
You might need to do a liver detox before you do that. I was having all sorts of problems no matter what I did to lose weight. But I studied the Gerson Therapy coffee enema and tried it. It helped all my symptoms, and they were many. I am going to do it more often before I start trying to burn fat again. Hopefully this helps you.
I have tried Berberine twice and had bad nausea and intestinal issues for 2 days after taking it. I had a 1200 mg capsule and emptied out half before taking it and onlt took it once a day.
I’ve been taking it for 5x months & sadly hasn’t done anything for me 😢
I had tremendous success using 1500 to 3000 MG daily but had an issue with a prescription medicine I was taking. Definitely do some research if you have any chronic conditions and take meds for them. Berberine can cause them to have enhanced effects both good and bad.
I’m intrigued by Berberine. Been taking Metforman and blood pressure meds, plus insulin at bedtime. I was diagnosed as Type 2 diabetes for awhile now. I have no energy and weak muscles. I’m 73.
It will help! It did/is helping me! 20# lost last month after being on it about 55 days.
If you can you should start with swimming or walking in water. Also light resistant bands can help build up strength
I'd ask your Dr for ACt scan on your adrenal glands for adrenal adenomas that will cause your Cortisol to run high , this will make you extremely tired and your muscles deteriorate. I'm dealing with it as we speak.
Fasting!
Short term
Intermittent
Alternate day and or long term fasting
@@laceyb81 the problem with fasting is that it spike cortisol, Which is what your body does to fight disease or helps you have a spike of energy to awake or move out of the way of an on coming car etc. Mine runs too high from that excreting too much extra hormones. So fasting adds to that whole scenario because your my adrenal glands have to work extra from not eating
Thank you, I had it in my stock of supplements but forgot why I bought it. Seem to recall it gave me low blood sugar but will try again, now that I am taking ginseng which seems to have stabilized my blood sugars.
I’m going to try either of these top brands:
Thorne or
Metagenics
Well I'm going to try it because I eat around 1200 calories a day and barely losing weight. Been able to control my weight my whole life but now I'm almost 50 and struggling. Hoping this would help.
It also might help to look up the carnivore diet on UA-cam. Just k ow that it’s normal to hate meat after a few weeks but once you get off the food addiction you will start to look forward to the meat. You have to do it for 6 weeks to really give it an honest try. The best part is that it gives you freedom from food cravings. They go away completely and you barely think about food. I’m 57 and this has been a game changer for me. I wish you well
Try to Increase your protein and drink more water. You’re not eating enough calories so your body is likely holding on to anything it can. At least 1 gram per pound of body weight.
Yeah you sound like you need to occasionally eat slightly more than maintenance calories so your metabolism doesn't slow down. Mix it up a bit. Some people include some complex carbs on some days they mix it up. Predominantly eliminate carbs but it's called carb cycling as a strategic carb intake for prevention of a slowed metabolism. Anyone over 50 should try to increase protein intake by twenty percent. Oh and be certain to have electrolytes on hand. Potassium, magnesium, and sodium preferably Himalayan salt for trace minerals. Especially if you ever had a racing heart while fasting. The body holds onto weight if you're not sleeping. I used to have that issue. Non fortified nutritional yeast has b1 that I add to scrambled eggs or hamburger. Works really well for me. You want the non fortified type because the synthetic fortified is more of a detriment than a help. Tart cherry juice works well for me but that's buku cash so I don't use it.
too few calories, your body thinks its starving and reduces your metabolic rate
Hi Christine. Congratulations! Can you share what other benefits you experienced on carnivore; besides fewer cravings?
I notice that my Integrative Medicine MD (who specializes in Women’s HRT and anti-aging) has chosen berberine to put into her anti-inflammatory/weight loss supplement.
Awesome video! Highly useful tips and positive tone are really inspiring. Thank you so much for providing your expertise! 😀
Okay, the kid with the shield was adorable 😄
When to take? Am Pm, before food, on empty stomach?
So when should we take it before or after meals
Best taken with meals for better absorption
The dosage recommendation for Berberine is one 500mg twice a day (1000mg for the day). Some of you are posting you had an adverse side effect, did you jump feet first into 2000mg?
Start with one 500mg a day with food and work your way up. There’s a lot of sensitive guts out there, and most of you I see also take a plethora of other medicines.
This is what I was looking for. Thank you 😊
Can u go up to 2000mg when u were taking 1500mg for a while and have no problems?
I can confirm the help with weight loss, slow but it works. Still need to see blood work to see how much if at all it is helping with my blood sugar.
Excellent succinct video. Straight to the point with supporting information. Thank you!!
After months I've had absolutely no effect from taking this product.
Is this safe to take over a long period of time or should it be stopped after a duration of time? Thank you!
I take for 10 weeks then off for 2-3 weeks. I lost 20lbs already