{"product_id":"luma-nutrition-berberine-supplement-berberine-hcl-1200mg-per-serving-97-berberine-hcl-vegan-gluten-free-60-capsules","title":"Luma Nutrition Berberine HCl 1,200mg – 60 Vegan Capsules | 97% Standardised Berberine","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBerberine HCl at 1,200mg per serving, standardised to 97% purity. 60 capsules.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBerberine is a yellow alkaloid found in several plants — barberry, goldenseal, Oregon grape, Chinese goldthread — and used in both Chinese and Ayurvedic traditions for centuries. It's had a great deal of research attention over the past decade, and it's one of the more pharmacologically active compounds sold as a supplement, which is the reason for the warnings below rather than a footnote to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 97% standardisation is the specification worth checking: berberine content varies widely between products, and a stated purity lets you compare like with like. Vegan and gluten-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTake as directed on the pack, with food. Berberine is usually split across the day rather than taken in one dose, as it's poorly absorbed and can cause digestive upset in a single large amount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor adults who can take berberine safely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease read the following carefully. Berberine interacts with more medications than almost anything else sold as a supplement.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot for use during pregnancy, while trying to conceive, or while breastfeeding, and never give it to an infant.\u003c\/strong\u003e Berberine crosses the placenta and passes into breast milk, and in newborns it can displace bilirubin and cause a serious form of jaundice. This is the most important warning on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not take it if you are on medication for diabetes\u003c\/strong\u003e — berberine lowers blood sugar, and combined with metformin, insulin or a sulfonylurea it can lower it further than intended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBerberine inhibits CYP3A4, the liver enzyme that processes a large share of prescription drugs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same enzyme grapefruit affects, which is why grapefruit carries warnings on so many medicines. That means it can raise blood levels of statins, ciclosporin, some blood thinners, and many others. \u003cstrong\u003eIf you take any prescribed medication, speak to a pharmacist before starting this.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not suitable for children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy from GlamGlobal\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast, fully tracked UK delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull refund or replacement if anything arrives damaged or faulty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuy with confidence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFood supplement. Not a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep out of reach of children. Not for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Consult your doctor before use if you take any medication or are under medical supervision.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Luma Nutrition","offers":[{"title":"60 Count (Pack Of 1)","offer_id":49011667599579,"sku":"2c0227d5-ee81-4342-9f69-bbc13d089f1f","price":49.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0824\/6725\/8587\/files\/e114cbc6661c95861f6bde88b1763885.jpg?v=1784872489","url":"https:\/\/glamglobal.com\/products\/luma-nutrition-berberine-supplement-berberine-hcl-1200mg-per-serving-97-berberine-hcl-vegan-gluten-free-60-capsules","provider":"GlamGlobal Beauty","version":"1.0","type":"link"}