Thorne, Berberine Phytosome Plus Botanical Extract, 60 Caps

Berberine is a well-researched botanical with a long history of use in traditional Ayurvedic and Chinese herbal practices. Thorne’s high-quality berberine products contain the most researched form – berberine HCl – alongside the highly absorbable berberine phytosome, thus offering a wide range of health and wellness benefits.

Who can benefit from Thorne Berberine

• Individuals seeking support for metabolic, cardiovascular, and GI health
• Anyone wanting to maintain normal blood sugar levels
• Individuals who want to support healthy cholesterol levels already within a normal range
• Individuals who want additional support for maintaining a healthy gut microbiome

Support for Metabolic Health

• Supports healthy metabolism in several ways
• Promotes healthy blood sugar metabolism and insulin sensitivity
• Maintains already healthy cholesterol and triglyceride levels

Support for Weight Management

• Studies have shown that Berberine can be effective in helping maintain a healthy body weight
• Helps decrease abdominal fat and waist:hip ratio
• Supports metabolism of fat in the liver
• Benefits body composition

Support for GI Health

• Supports beneficial bacterial balance in the gut
• Helps to maintain a healthy microbiome
• Benefits diversity of intestinal flora

Additional Nutritional Support

• Supports healthy metabolism of fats and carbs
• Promotes hormone balance
• Promotes healthy skin

Features of Thorne Berberine

• Contains berberine phytosome for enhanced absorption
• Contains the well-studied berberine HCl
• Sourced from non-endangered species
• Grape seed extract in the phytosome matrix protects the GI tract from possible berberine irritation

This product has been third-party tested and certified to verify what’s in the package matches what’s on the label and to confirm it contains no unsafe levels of contaminants, such as heavy metals, pesticides, and microorganisms.

Other Ingredients

Calcium Laurate, Hypromellose (derived from cellulose) capsule.

What it does

Supports healthy metabolism, cardiovascular function, and gastrointestinal balance by providing berberine in both highly researched HCl and enhanced-absorption phytosome forms.* Helps maintain healthy blood sugar and cholesterol levels already within the normal range, promotes beneficial gut bacteria, and supports healthy body composition and fat metabolism.*

How to take

Take 1-2 capsules two times daily with food.

What you should know

Features a unique combination of berberine HCl and berberine phytosome for optimal absorption and effectiveness. The addition of grape seed extract in the phytosome matrix helps protect the GI tract, and the product is third-party tested for purity and quality. Suitable for those seeking comprehensive metabolic, heart, and gut support in a gluten-free, dairy-free, and soy-free formula.

Benefits

• Gut Health
• Heart & Vessels
• Immune
• Metabolism

Warnings

Allergy Warnings

This product is contraindicated in an individual with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients.

Pregnancy

If pregnant, nursing, or trying to conceive, do not use this product.

Interactions

Has been shown to decrease the activity of the cytochrome p450 (CYP) enzymes CYP2D6, CYP2C9, and CYP3A4.

Individuals with a known, serious allergy to peanuts may occasionally react to other legumes, including peas. This product contains pea protein. If you have a known, serious peanut allergy, it is recommended to use this product with caution.