Berberine
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At a glance
- What it is: Purified berberine HCl, 98% purity, from Coptis chinensis rhizome
- Dose: 1 capsule (500 mg) twice daily, with meals. Adults 18+
- Bottle: 120 capsules, 2-month supply
- NPN: 80140267
About berberine
Berberine is a naturally occurring bioactive plant compound, bright yellow and slightly bitter, and one of the widely studied compounds in nutritional research. Ours comes from the rhizome (the underground stem) of Coptis chinensis (Chinese goldthread), a plant used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for over two thousand years.
What's in the bottle
| Medicinal ingredient (per capsule) | Berberine 500 mg per capsule (from Coptis chinensis rhizome, 98% purity) |
| Non-medicinal | Hypromellose capsule, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose |
| Free from | Artificial colors, preservatives, flavorings, proprietary blends |
| All ingredients used are | Vegan, non-GMO, sugar-free, gluten-free (wheat-free), soy-free, egg-free, sesame-free, mustard-free, celery-free, lupin-free, mollusk-free, sulphite-free, cruelty-free |
A note on color: because berberine is a botanical extract, you might notice small shade variations from one batch to another. Plant compounds shift gently with growing conditions and harvest timing, while potency specifications remain consistent.
What it's for
Kasha Nutrition's Berberine:
- Provides support for healthy glucose metabolism
- Helps support healthy blood lipid levels
- Helps support healthy cholesterol levels (serum triglyceride, total, and LDL)
How to take it
- One capsule twice daily, with meals
- Most people: one at breakfast, one at dinner
- Taking just one a day? Pair it with your largest meal
What to expect
People may notice effects gradually over time. Most give it 8 to 12 weeks of consistent daily use before evaluating, with a meaningful check-in around the 3 month mark. Timing varies from one person to the next, and your healthcare provider can help you decide what's best for your situation. It pairs well with a fiber-aware, lower-refined-carb way of eating.
Before you start
These cautionary statements come with our Health Canada license. They apply to anyone in the situations below.
Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you:
- Take other medications or natural health products (berberine may interact with other drugs)
- Have a liver or kidney disorder, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, or a blood disorder
- Have gall stones
- Have hypoglycemia or hypotension
Do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use if you have scleroderma.
A note for sensitive stomachs
Berberine is generally well tolerated. If your stomach is on the sensitive side, take it with food and a full glass of water.
The official safety language, as printed on the label:
Gastrointestinal discomfort (i.e. diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, or constipation) has been known to occur; in which case, discontinue use and consult a health care practitioner. If you experience sweating, paleness, chills, headache, dizziness and/or confusion, discontinue use and consult a healthcare practitioner (as these may be symptoms of serious low blood sugar).
Common questions
What should I expect when the bottle arrives? +
Quick rundown of what we ship and how it gets to you. Every bottle is checked before it leaves us, then double-sealed: clear shrink wrap on the outside, tamper-evident foil under the cap. Amazon takes it from there. We work with Amazon FBA, so they handle our storage and shipping end-to-end. Your bottle will land in either a small box or a padded Amazon mailer, depending on the order. Both are completely normal. If anything looks off when you open it, send us a note and we'll sort it out. Contact info's at the end of this guide.
What if it doesn't agree with me? +
Finding your match of a supplement is the goal, and we know that takes a little trial sometimes. If you get your first bottle and it doesn't sit right with you for any reason, get in touch. We offer a first-order satisfaction policy.
Is it for men and women? +
Yes, all adults 18+.
Can I take it with my medication? +
Talk to your healthcare provider first, especially if you're on blood sugar, blood pressure, or cardiovascular medications.
Can I stack it with other Kasha Nutrition supplements? +
We always recommend talking to your healthcare provider before combining any supplements. Every body is different, and your provider knows your personal health history best. If they give you the green light, we suggest introducing one supplement at a time and seeing how your body responds before adding the next.
Larger bottles or subscription? +
Our current size is 120 capsules. We're always working on expanding our catalogue with new sizes and product lines, so keep an eye out. In the meantime, you can find us on Amazon at our Amazon storefront, where we run ongoing promotions, offer Subscribe & Save, and bulk-purchase discounts at checkout.
Third-party testing
Every batch is independently third-party tested. A sample report is available here.
Want results for your specific bottle? Find the lot number on the bottle (bottom, or top just below the rim), and email it to info@kashanutrition.com with your order ID. We'll send the test results for your batch.
Health Canada
Licensed by Health Canada under NPN 80140267. The licence covers the formula's safety, quality, and labelled use.
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