My experience with "Nature's Ozempic" and my BIG MISTAKE - Berberine

Berberine, aka "Nature's Ozempic" has gone VIRAL - and I just HAD TO TRY IT!
Sharing why I am loving it, as there are many more benefits than weightloss.
But more importantly, the BIG MISTAKE I was making!
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00:00 When I noticed it was working
01:03 What is berberine?
01:48 How does berberine work?
02:20 Benefits other than weight loss and energy
02:51 My experience
03:26 Experiences others have had
04:29 Tips!
06:10 Wrap-up

[@nathalie.1971]

I have been taking berberine now for about 3 weeks and my stomach is no longer bloated and alot flatter. I take 3 pills a day and highly recommend it. I am 52 and in menopause.

[@GM-ue8xc]

Hi, May I ask what brand, pls?

[@nathalie.1971]

@@GM-ue8xc of course; from Holland & Barrett.

[@deedee2218]

What’s the dosage for each pill? Thanks!

[@nathalie.1971]

@@deedee2218 500 mg

[@sn8602]

One with your meal

[@debbiegrooman5800]

I told my doctor about it and she seemed clueless. Im down 20 pounds in 2 months. I haven't had a hangry attack in 2 months, either. Life changing.

[@teelaray]

What brand do you take?

[@kayleighduran3858]

When do you take it in the day and what brand do you use?

[@debbiegrooman5800]

@kayleighduran3858 @teelaray I use Enzymedica and I do the auto prescription, saving a couple of bucks a month. I take it with my acv/lemon water first thing and with dinner. At first I was taking it 3 times a day, which is the recommended dose, with meals, but now only in the morning and at dinner.

[@gregbrothers7094]

Realized it suppressed the feeling of hunger, so I reduced my calorie intake and am losing pounds weekly. Now down to one meal per day and take one 500mg capsule at the start of my meal. 24 pounds lost in 3 months.

[@RundownwithRachel]

Incredible!!!! Thank you so much for sharing your experience!!!

[@IngridHastings]

This is so impressive! What brand are you using?

[@gregbrothers7094]

"Preferred Nutrition"@@IngridHastings

[@nickeeg97]

I had no appetite with this pill. I could never finish my plate of food. I stopped taking it but may start back. I was taking 2 500mg tablets so I may reduce it to once a day.

[@mhelen2810]

24 lb for 3 months is incredible. What was your initial weight?

[@mastax1234]

Berberine is really special because it will work if you combine it with a healthy diet what a lot of people do is they take it and they just eat junk food and they don't see any results but when you combine it with a healthy diet it actually can move the scale quite dramatically, You see berberine actually does something to the mitochondria by making the cell waste feel which in return make sure metabolism raise in response to that so you automatically burn more fat when doing nothing This is called your resting metabolic rate. I'm a student studying cell biology so this is something that I'm very experienced in so far and it's really fascinating.

[@RundownwithRachel]

Incredible!!!! Thank you so much for taking the time to share!

[@banderson6102]

how should you PROPERLY take it? with meals or before or after?

[@lolorubaye2395]

It reverses/heals the mitochondria. Dr Berg was actually talking about the benefits of it as well.

[@pumpkinslice1811]

Weird. I heard it was supposed to really help with junk food cravings.

[@donaldkasper8346]

Define junk food.

[@BrittanyKellyTV]

I completely agree that the brand matters! I lost about 20 lbs when I used Thorne Berberine. I switched to another brand and I stopped seeing results. I’m going back to Thorne.

[@PineGeri]

What dosage? I have been taking 200 for a year..once a day, mornings.. Thorne brand..

[@BrittanyKellyTV]

@@PineGeri 450mg daily

[@BrittanyKellyTV]

@@SnowyZoe71 Lol no! This was just my real life experience.

[@BrittanyKellyTV]

@@SnowyZoe71 🤣🤣🤣

[@angeliariddle7931]

I just started the now brand and I have never been so gassy or have so much digestive discomfort in my life. 😢

[@suprcynic]

I’ve been taking berberine for a little over a month now, and I’m down a couple pounds but I think I’ve lost inches, because I’m considerably leaner, and my stomach is flatter finally! I take a different brand than Thorne and I’m doing 1500 mg a day. I’m not at home right now to go look at the bottle to see which brand it is. I’m 46 and never in my life have I struggled so bad to lose weight or slim down. I was doing weight lifting/strength training, high protein, low sugar, moderate healthy carbs, moderate fat grams, drink only teas and water, you name it. Everything was happening so slowly, but this berberine has kicked things up a notch!

[@RundownwithRachel]

OUTSTANDING! Thank you so much for sharing with all of us! It is so EXCITING to find a simple, healthy option that WORKS! Love hearing your experience. Thank you again!

[@offtomilan]

What brand are you taking? How many pills a day? Before meals as well? Thank you!

[@suprcynic]

@@offtomilan ok, the brand is: NutriVein, and it’s the Premium Berberine+ and it has Ceylon Cinnamon too. I take 2 capsules a day, one in the late morning and 1 in the afternoon, and that is 1200mg together.

[@offtomilan]

Amazing! Thank you!@@suprcynic

[@mayraperaza936]

Do you get a headache? How you take it?

[@shaunameyer1808]

I just started about three days ago and the brand I use is (Pure). I already notice that I am not as hungry and don’t think about eating as often. Have had no side effects at all. Lost weight on the popular shots, but I was so nauseous and sick all the time I just had to stop getting the shots decided to try this

[@carmen47freixas96]

My late mum, died age 90, no pharmaceuticals ever, no exercises ever, cooked her meals and was contented, simple and loving. I am 76 now, I follow her advise. What she did and I do, mid morning, warm water, juice of one lemon and 1 table, ACV

[@RundownwithRachel]

ACV is THE holy grail. And I’m so sorry for your loss - sounds like she lived a meaningful life and I’m sure you miss her dearly. Thank you for sharing one of her pearls ❤️

[@gapeach7814]

How do you keep your teeth from being destroyed by the ACV?

[@carmen47freixas96]

@@gapeach7814 At 76 I have all my teeth except a couple molars at the back ,I drink my lemon,water,ACV with a straw, then I rinse with water, also clean my teeth with 3% peroxide, never tooth paste.xo

[@aribella6913]

What is ACV

[@carmen47freixas96]

@@aribella6913 Apple Cider Vinegar with the Mother.

[@pumpkinslice1811]

Hey thanks girl! This is super helpful. I'm a 40 yr old woman and am definitely noticing my metabolism slowing down. Gonna try this and hopefully it will help me stay on track.

[@DelusionDispeller]

I took my first capsule at 8 am...15 minutes I had flushing and minor panic, but ate a quarter of my breakfast and was full. I'm sticking with it and documenting it on my channel

[@zeezeeparker7961]

Ha, wait til you're in your 60s. Metabolism doesn't seem to exist ! Thanks for your input. I MUST try this because I'm soo tired of failing at everything else. Is it me or does everyone seem to be battling with weight problems these days ? It's a crazy world when you have to think about it all the time. Good luck to all of this with this product ! 🤞🇨🇦

[@katesmith8424]

This was a really helpful and concise video thank you 👍👍👍

[@miarose4908]

Thank you so much for this. I've had a bottle of these in my cabinet for a couple of months and didn't open them due to not being sure about it. But I watched your video, and it was fantastic. I feel more confident now on how to take it and when. And I've saved your body gua sha vid too. New subscriber here for sure 🎉❤

[@stanceworks7995]

I started dihydroberberine 3 weeks ago. Dr prescribed metforal (kind of metformin) but i decided to try the berberine before getting this prescription meds. I have not had one side effect on dihydroberberine and i dont eat as much. Ive actually been feeling pretty good. I found out i had insulin resistance and thats why i couldnt lose weight for two years

[@RundownwithRachel]

What a relief you must be feeling! So great to actually uncover the issue and to be able to address it! Thank you for sharing your experience! 🙏

[@nessa4997]

Where did you get your dihydroberberine from?

[@stanceworks7995]

I live in South Africa, I got it from a wellness store. Where are you from?@@nessa4997

[@marilunavamu4560]

What brand of dihydroberberine? Thank you

[@dave8059]

Rachel, thanks for the video information. Berberine is a natural form of Metformin that works the same. I am a type 2 diabetic and take a small amount in the morning to help with my oral drugs. I tried Metformin and it makes me sick. If I take a full daily dose of berberine, it has the same effect. Nausea. My blood sugars shoot up in the AM because of insulin resistance, but if I awake about 5:30 and take my meds and berberine, they work to keep the spike at a minimum. I know you probably had to advise checking with your doctor, but I had to laugh. No doctor I have ever encountered will agree to take supplements. They don't believe in them. They only believe in big pharma! In my experimenting in twenty years of trying to eliminate or minimize my diabetes, I have only found two things that work. Berberine and intermittent fasting.

[@RundownwithRachel]

You are so right. It really is a shame how corrupt the medical system is. So great to hear you have found what works for you. Thank you for sharing as I know it will help others!

[@mhelen2810]

Work with diabetics people on a daily basis. Agree with you on every point on tight connections between doctors and big farma

[@eonarts]

I found out about Berberine from a geeky friend who is on meds but their blood sugar wasn’t stabilizing so they got some high tech patch that monitored their blood sugar. The the doctor wanted him to add Berberine!! And it helped stabilize his blood sugar and lowered his dose of meds. He did have a problem when he skipped a meal with low blood sugar…. A medical doc asked him to try Berberine!

[@lauriechase4906]

moringa also works

[@katygallardo2227]

My doctor isn’t against supplements. He just always tells me that they’re largely unregulated and that’s why he doesn’t like to recommend them. It’s the manufacturers he doesn’t trust, not the supplements themselves

[@Soaring_Seajay]

I’ve been taking Berb Elite for blood sugar. I’ve slimmed down, but that may also be due to IF and lower carb. I was taking after meal too! Thanks for the tips ❤

[@RundownwithRachel]

Let us know if that helps! I’m noticing a big difference from that change alone!

[@Nellis202]

I’m of the opinion that it’s due to your dietary changes . And that’s a good thing.

[@rebs8020]

do uou ever get lightheaded on Berbelite? I do, and I’m wondering why. I’m assuming it’s from low blood sugar. Just wondering if you experience it too..

[@Soaring_Seajay]

@@rebs8020 Hmm, not that I can recall. Sometimes I felt a bit nauseous but may have been unrelated. I’m on a break from it as I’m taking inositol. Do you have diabetes or pre-diabetes? If not maybe you shouldn’t take it. Definitely don’t want low blood sugar!

[@leslieterry5788]

I just started taking this day6 and I have been taking it after I eat so it doesn’t make me nauseous I will start taking it before see if that make a difference. Thanks for the video

[@stephemmick1496]

I just started taking Berberine this week and according to Consumerlab, Solaray Berberine 500 mg is a top pick.

[@oladoyinraheem1482]

Thank you

[@oladoyinraheem1482]

How many pounds have you lost?

[@gabrielle9958]

I'm taking Solaray too. Just started last week. No results yet. But my craving are disappearing.

[@theresacampbell9084]

Thank you so much for creating this video, I’ve been interested in trying but didn’t know what brand I should trust.

[@MariaOliveira]

Love your content, I relate to you so much!

[@RundownwithRachel]

Maria. It is so nice to read comments like yours. Thank you ❤️

[@MesaMynx]

I love Thorne Research. I agree, the brand can make all the difference between benefits and side effects, too. +1 sub

[@adriannebritton525]

I appreciate your experience. I was taking it after a meal. Thank you for the tips.

[@RundownwithRachel]

Thank you, Adrianne ❤️

[@lesliethompson4881]

​@RundownwithRachel how much time before the meal?

[@FoodiesFoodLife]

My bloat went away on Berberine in 2 days! I was amazed 😮 There are many brands… some are not good. Mine is Toniq. Gut health will cause you gastric problems no matter what you take. I take a prebiotic for gut health… which is probably why I don’t get diarrhea or constipation.

[@thegardenmuse2398]

Berberine can interact with drugs that are broken down by the liver causing a decrease in effectiveness and an increase in side effects, such as ibuprofen, losartan, metoprolol, and tamoxifen. I started taking it and it does help with bloat! I just don't take it if I think I have a headache and might need Ibuprofen that day.

[@misschin99]

Another video I watched said if taking other medications, space them way out. So like prescribed/other meds, take those in the morning, then take the berberine in the evening with dinner or before bed. Or vice versa, whichever would work best for the person. And like is this video, it was advised to talk to your doctor first before even trying berberine.

[@flubalubaful]

I asked my doctor about berberine and ashwagadie (spelling) She is an Indian lady and explained how supplements are used in India as a complete replacement for medicines doctors prescribe, she knew ashwagadea very well. She said berberine is a replacement for metformin but I could take both. I stopped metformin as it gave me brain fog nausea and sleeping problems, I put up with them for years, my diabetes is lower than it has ever been after 6 months of berberine, lost a lot of my belly fat but a lot to go, gonna up my dose from 1x500mg a day to 2x 500mg a day after watching this.

[@dirtylittlesecretlin]

So you shouldn't take it if you take Metoprolol?

[@susankauffman9355]

⁠@@dirtylittlesecretlinI’m wondering the same? Have you gotten an answer on this?

[@OldJoeBlows]

I immediately noticed a peak in mood. I’ve only been taking it for about ten days now.

[@taniahummelgard2290]

When I started taking Berberine in early summer, I shed 8 pounds. Fast. I was so incredibly lean. Then Fall came, and so did cold and dark days and with that, more carb consumption and less movement in general. Well I’ve gained 8 pounds, around a pound a week, so for me I was all in because of the weight loss, now I’m not so sure. I will continue to take it until my next physical to see if my cholesterol has changed.

[@randyboyer5235]

I too have been taking berberine and notice less bloat. I’m in menopause. The brand I use is Morphus berberine. This brand has supplements that are specifically for women in peri/menopause. Worth checking out.

[@tyfaneeburris33]

I love your videos so much, I'm always happy to see you pop up on my subscription with something new !!!!! What Ham workouts have you been doing? Any favorites???? xoxo

[@RundownwithRachel]

Thank you, Tyfanee!!! I’ve been sticking with his Model Workouts! Since he’s had his sale, I bought MW2 (after having done MW1) and also Inch Loss 6. Inch Loss 6 was great but it made me INSANELY HUNGRY - which is not good for me. The Model Workouts continue to be my favorite and I can see that being the case for a long time!

[@RocketMyDog1]

Nice rundown, Rachel.

[@Kiw4765]

Only been on it 1 week. Things I’ve noticed it does reduce appetite I’ve had no side effects thankfully I’m excited to see longer term effects

[@RundownwithRachel]

It is interesting how everyone has such a different experience with it. I am excited to learn more and more benefits because it appears we are just scatching the surface! Great to hear you are loving it, too!

[@judycrisenbery2982]

Does it cause heartburn?

[@Kiw4765]

@@judycrisenbery2982 no not at all

[@shannachow1413]

Starting taking Berberine 3 weeks ago. I have noticed a slight change in my midsection. I was suffering from really bad perimenopausal hot flashes, however after 2 days of taking tips supplement, my hot flashes are completely gone!

[@RundownwithRachel]

That is incredible, Shana!!!! May I ask which brand you are taking? It’s my way of research 🧐

[@aloralovebird8744]

This is such great news. My hot flashes and night sweats are getting worse! I'll definitely look into it now.

[@crystalhytower1982]

Which brand are you taking if you don’t mind sharing?

[@bjbrownbob]

ME TOO!!!😂😂😂 I thought it was just me. I had to stop taking my estrogen prescription!!😊 I will begin to spread the word since you have confirmed it's not just me, THAN YOU!!!

[@patb6091]

Before I get on estrogen, what brand did you use? And how much?

[@randyboyer5235]

I too take berberine and notice less bloat. I’m in menopause. The berberine product I take and love is Morphus brand berberine. This brand has great super high quality supplements specifically for women in menopause.

[@user-hu8fo8gd8t]

I’m a male and was diagnosed as pre diabetes. I was prescribed metformin, but initially it caused diarrhea and afterwards, constipation. I stopped taking it. I’ve heard about berberine wondered whether to check it out or just wait till I do more research. I like your review on this and I’m encouraged to try it. I’m a Thorne fan as well and have been purchasing vitamins from them because of their reputation. I will try and give an update later. I did subscribe and looking forward to more of your reviews. Happy New Year! 🎊🎆🥳

[@user-ef2ix7nt3e]

Update?

[@user-hu8fo8gd8t]

@@user-ef2ix7nt3e Well, the Berberine is a positive experience for me! Before taking it, my fasting blood sugar was at 124. After about a week, my fasting blood sugar dropped to 93. I was absolutely surprised! The night before, I had a big meal and cookies and milk as a snack before bed. I thought for sure it would be higher. I’m not having any negative side effects. I take it before a meal and sometimes with a meal. No diarrhea and no constipation. I will give another update after a month.

[@nobodynothing2594]

UPDATE?

[@moonempress8366]

Excellent video! Thanks

[@palomahealing5073]

I like your Workout!!🙂 Thanx for this video

[@allaxK590M]

I was a pharmaceutical sales rep and sold Metformin, it was the first diabetic med that gave patients weight loss avg 8-10lbs. I am about to start Berberine for weight loss and other benefits

[@mother2faith]

Helpful video, thanks!

[@maryhamric]

Thank you for the tips! I am taking Toniq's brand and so far it's been great. I'll turn it up a notch by taking it before meals.

[@RundownwithRachel]

Always great to learn about different brands! Thank you, Mary!

[@KK32022]

This is the brand I chose! I received my bottle today and took 1 500mg pill with my dinner, so far no side effects and I’m praying it stays that way.

[@cdtimmin]

St Pete!!! I live here too. Frequently walk that sidewalk. Thanks

[@signingcharity]

I’ve been taking it awhile but didn’t know to take before meals. Thanks!!

[@sandrar6670]

I just started taking it regularly too and hadn’t connected my slimmer waistline to Berberine. I also started taking NMN a couple of months ago too. It’s hard to tell what’s driving the results because I take so many supplements and do a variety of exercise. I researched berberine and was pleased to learn it has many other benefits than weight loss.

[@RundownwithRachel]

Ahhh yes! I’m with you! It’s so fun to explore supplements but hard to keep track of what’s doing what! I have fallen off berberine now and then and can even see a correlation with that - seeing the impact when I STOP taking something!

[@superwomaninyourdreams3465]

@sandra6670 What brand/where do u order your NMN?

[@fishchick72]

What is NMN?

[@LATSRN]

@@fishchick72 type in David Sinclair & you’ll have loads of videos explaining it but the best effect comes from good quality nmn so you need to research for the best you can afford.

[@sandymik8720]

Thanks for great and timely info. Also, I have heard multiple sources saying take for a while and then take 2 weeks off---something to think about.

[@vickster4474]

I started taking it about two months ago and I found that I can't take more than 400mg a day because two cleaned my system out too much, if you get my drift. Not terrible but a little too close for comfort. No nausea, I take it right after eating lunch. But the 1 pill seems to be working just right. I can tell I'm losing inches, stomach is flatter, and feel stronger. I buy the NOW brand with MCT oil for better absorbtion.

[@RundownwithRachel]

That is great to hear! Any chance you’ve tried taking it before eating?

[@vickster4474]

@@RundownwithRachel no, didn't want to take the chance. All the information I've seen on it say to take with food, or right after eating to lesson chances of stomach upset.

[@brandynash1409]

It could be the MCT oil? I know fats will make me expel my bowls. Also, low bile can do that too. And taking bike salts can help.

[@dawnbryant6784]

Try taking dihydroberberine as it should be easier on the stomach and better absorbed.

[@donaldkasper8346]

Stomach looks flatter is not the point, how much weight did you lose?

[@kreneeward]

First week on Thorne Berberine done no side effects, hot flashes almost completely gone, cravings wayyy better, better sleep, took 2 before breakfast with Vitamin C and Probiotic, waited 30 mins to eat gonna test taking it at night with dinner this week

[@janeknight3597]

Metformin was originally French lilac extract. Could explain why the side effects are similar to those of Berberine.

[@IdolEyes84]

Maybe I can try French lilac extract? I think I’m allergic to berberine as I’ve taken it twice (a couple of weeks apart) and for around a day after had a sore mouth/tongue/throat. I think I also am allergic to oragno oil and black seed oil.

[@eonarts]

I started taking Berberine for my blood sugar. I’ve been pre diabetic (in and out) for the last 10-15 years. I have an autoimmune that generally leads to diabetes. I have no appetite and when I’m stressed I don’t want to eat. And I was 40 lbs overweight. My autoimmune has caused me to become food intolerant and allergic, so no wheat, rice, coconut, most grains. I gave up sugar 23 years ago. I haven’t eaten junk food since I was a teen. So I started walking and I lost 30 lbs but with no change in my diet or miles walked I began to gain weight. I dialed back my walk but was still 35 lbs overweight. But I had a blood panel with my glucose really high (still prediabetic range). A friends doctor wanted him to take berberine. So I got some and 8 - 10 days later I redid my blood panel. It turns out I was dehydrated in the 1st panel (I did add electrolytes) but my glucose was out of prediabetic range! I don’t weigh myself a lot as it can lead to restrictive eating. But then I got Covid (I was really sick with nausea and a heightened sense of smell). I lost 10 lbs much too fast and it showed on my face. I was so exhausted that after I tested negative I added beef into my diet. I accepted that I’d probably put the weight back on. Instead I lost 2 more lbs! I do seem to be losing 2 lbs a month. Nothing earth shattering but much better for my skin! I have major gut problems but had 0 issues with Berberine but I take it after my meals! I’ll try taking it before. I’m still battling some long covid but I do feel healthier than precovid except when I get covid-exhausted. I take WellBetX 500 mg by natural factors. I view my weight loss to my body getting healthier which is great.

[@RundownwithRachel]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! Incredible! I’m so intrigued by your journey especially related to autoimmune issues. I myself have been eliminating grains and it’s incredible. Also, I’m continuing to learn more and more about the benefits of berberine and look forward to sharing. I take the same brand as you and based on my research it’s one of the BEST!

[@lyndseyfifield]

Obviously have to wait to take this AFTER I have my baby but I can't wait!

[@RundownwithRachel]

Congratulations! How exciting!!!

[@ms.diva0079]

I have enjoyed taking Berber in for about six weeks and I am dropping weight left and right and I am at the beginning of menopause. I was getting the menopause belly and even though I was intermittent fasting it just wasn’t going anywhere. But since the Berberine; I am consistently losing weight every week and even in my chunky arms which I’ve always been a problem area. What I think it does is that it turbo charge is whatever you are doing. I do 5:2 intermittent fasting but I mix it up with 16 eight as well. But everything has gotten turbo charged. I think it’s a great supplement!💜

[@RundownwithRachel]

Thank you, Ms. Diva!!! That is outstanding. Bravo to you for pulling all the stops! Thank you for sharing your experience I’m sure it will help others!

[@ms.diva0079]

@@RundownwithRachel you are so awesome and you seriously rock!💜💜

[@RundownwithRachel]

@@ms.diva0079 well right back at you🥰🥰🥰

[@mayraperaza936]

That's awesome ... What brand are you taking? What dose and how often? Do you get a headache after taking it?

[@banderson6102]

what brand are you taking?

[@SkinTalkWithDee]

I just started Berberine yesterday and I have been bloated and also had diarrhea from the first tablet i took. Am almost discouraged but I will keep using for a week to see

[@jojoess3191]

Dihydroberberine is easier on the stomach you could try that. Good luck

[@spiritsnow5488]

Agree Dihydroberberine has less side effects.

[@1955dmb]

@@spiritsnow5488 Do you have a recommendation for a good brand of dihydroberberine?

[@gallen7120]

Also bothered my stomach. Saw some videos and doctors recommended two things. First try it every other day and second try it with a digestive enzyme. I’m going to start it up again this week.

[@moomzii]

@@jojoess3191what brand do you recommend?

[@masher1042]

Thanks for the info. It's also Nature's PCSK9 inhibitors.

[@igloozoo3771]

I get better results with Berberine waiting 1-2 hours after a meal cause it seems to interfere with stomach acid production so when I take it with a meal, my food doesn't digest properly. I like how High Intensity Health suggests to take it when you are about to go into a fast. I had horrible indigestion and gallbladder pain taking it with meals. It is also supposed to be anti-parasitic so if your bloat was caused by parasites/candida, it may helped with that.

[@RundownwithRachel]

Thank you so much!

[@enuphsayd9746]

I take it during my fasting state.

[@loneranger7573]

Berberine killed my Gut. its garbage.

[@rld1278]

It's also nature's metformin to control high sugar.

[@c8Lorraine1]

Thorne brand is too expensive here in Australia…about $65 I take a cheaper brand and I get all the benefits you included, though I did get constipated when I played around with the dose. I reducing inches from all over my body. A friend is on Ozempic and not reducing as quickly as I am. I don’t say anything because she has her doctor on a “pedestal “

[@juliemacdougall6489]

What brand do you use in Australia please

[@BNY079]

Ditto pls 😊

[@raygreat9183]

Natures way is good brand

[@jazzedwards5027]

Hi, what brand have uou been taking? Thanks.

[@juliemacdougall6489]

What brand from Australia do you use please

[@notsomuchthankyou]

Yes, Thorne is a good brand overall. I really like them.... don't love the taste of their green juice (the powder) though. So how does Berberine compare to Catalyst Gold in regards to weight loss and appetite craving control, etc.... ?

[@RundownwithRachel]

I was thinking that’s probably why I didn’t notice much in the cravings front bc I take catalyst gold. I would typically think, probably don’t need to take CG anymore because of berberine, but then again there are so many anti-aging/beauty benefits with CG. So I am taking both.

[@Jeremo67]

I see a lot of people talking about Thorne but ive also seen Theralogix and am curious if anyone has tried that brand. The Theralogix Berberine is NSF certified. Thanks for input.

[@guyh.4121]

It effects people differently. The better model is Dihydro Berberine which gets thru the stomach lining easier/quicker than Berberine, which leads to lesser amounts taken being more beneficial.

[@chicky895]

You ladies are lucky! I took Berberine for 4 days and I was in so much pain. It caused my stomach lining to be inflamed and I was extremely bloated 😢😢 so I had so stop taking them.

[@RundownwithRachel]

I am so sorry to hear that!

[@spiritsnow5488]

Dihydroberberine has no side effects. This is what I take. Just berberine has uncomfortable side effects.

[@moomzii]

@@spiritsnow5488which brand do you recommend?

[@sherikrumm3879]

My Nuropath told me that one reason for the big side effects is that you may have a candida. Like systemic candida in your gut. It’s worth checking out if you see big side effects.

[@RundownwithRachel]

Well that is incredibly interesting! Thank you so much for sharing. I’m sure you comment will help many!

[@sgt2044]

Does it help with candida?

[@MarieM-ui4bu]

Thanks a lot, I would definitely try Berberine! I hit a weight plateau (I'm 141 pounds and 5'2). I've lost 22 pounds. I go for low carb, train with The Sculpt Society, sometimes do a prolonged fasting, but weight loss has unfortunately stopped. I'm morally drained and feel so demotivated...

[@thoughtfulpro371]

Add some starch & fiber. Adjust your macros. I only lost so much low carb & then my body wanted more high quality starch, dark bread & fruit.

[@sunset3458]

Forgive me but at 141 5”2 how much more did you want to lose?

[@MarieM-ui4bu]

@@sunset3458 circe 10 kilos (20lbs, if I'm not mistaken)

[@Elisa-pu5py]

I've been taking it for a while and no results..

[@sylviafarese8837]

@@Elisa-pu5pySame here

[@CindymeCindy]

You have to take it with food as it can burn a hole in your GI tract. I have an ER visit to prove it. My experience though, is that I have literally almost stopped eating. I cannot finish any food I eat. I’m still taking it though…. Lost 10 lbs in 25 days.

[@hangoutwithme346]

How much do you take? Can you give more details? Do you think taking less would keep your appetite more balanced?

[@brc8149]

I read cylon cinnamon (organic) is needed also to be in this supplement, is that true? I can only find it in a few brands

[@MalitaJones]

Caused massive stomach ache for over 24 hours and constipation for me, so definitely different results

[@thefaith3685]

I started taking it for a week now and no side effects.1 per day

[@ashleyphillips6692]

I just bought this one from Thorne. The bottle actually says twice a day with food I'm assuming to reduce gastric upset

[@illsuspect]

I take one with Ceylon cinnamon added, never had any bad sides

[@cyncha8859]

I take 1,250mg Berberine with Milk Thistle once a day, before a meal. It has helped with cravings and brain fog. No headaches like with Metformin.

[@adaptableamy4744]

The melaleuca brand of Berberine has milk thistle in it!

[@unnaturallyhappy]

So, what is the long term plan taking berberine? Shouldone just plan to take it for the rest of their life, or is there a successful strategy for stopping once goals have been achieved?

[@neapealingonsmet]

Your arms look amazing! Do you do the Armatics workout?

[@RundownwithRachel]

Thank you! I’ve done it a few times and LOVE it. It’s just hard to fit in the 45 min. I still have some lunch lady arm going on (really just the back of my arms are not firm) but I’m starting to experiment with rebound running and cannot wait to see what it does for the back of my arms bc I think so much of it is due to my lymph and given the rebounder addresses that, and when I was a runner it leaned out my arms so much - I figure rebound running will be magic! I’ll report back of course!

[@lisas_online]

@@RundownwithRachelwhat is rebound running? Running in place on a rebounder I’m guessing lol😅

[@viktoria.vidalin]

THANK YOU SO MUCH for this video!! You just gained a new follower! I have both Thorne and Solray on my list in amazon. Which one is the best? I am going to get the consumer lab membership soon (single broke mama her LOL) I had no idea that even existed. LIFE CHANGING!! THANK YOU!! but which one do they recommend if you dont mind sharing 🙂

[@RundownwithRachel]

Hey!! I have the one I’ve been using linked in the description. 🤫

[@viktoria.vidalin]

@@RundownwithRachel thank you! But you have 2 🥰 are you using both?

[@RundownwithRachel]

@@viktoria.vidalin oh I see! I linked the Thorne one - but it’s the other link that I’m currently taking.

[@viktoria.vidalin]

@@RundownwithRachel thank you 🥰🥰

[@sunshinefl6586]

I also take the Solaray brand as per the consumer lab review.

[@sandisteinberg731]

I'm 76 and began berberine several weeks ago. I'm on meds to lower my bp and cholesterol. For the first weeks, I had terrible indigestion snd burped like crazy, so I began taking it with meals and a great deal of water/weak instant decaf. Problem solved

[@sandisteinberg731]

Berberine is the only thing I've added to my diet. When I saw my doctor--about six weeks ago--my bp had dropped about forty points! I began reading even more about berberine and found out that it CAN definitely lower bp quite effective ly. For the record: I take 1 capsule daily The brand name is Zhou.

[@RundownwithRachel]

@@sandisteinberg731 thank you so much, Sandi!!! What an incredible testimonial!

[@koblongata]

I am already pretty skinny and am someone who doesn't like sweets and fatty foods and I found that my mood can become bad after taking berberine, but when I have a meal full of sugar and fat, I would find myself reaching for berberine feeling it's helpful and it did, I think that explains a lot, or it can be just placebo and my imagination I don't know

[@veea.4936]

You should take Berberine with Milk Thistle. Mine is included in with my Berberine Supplement.

[@donaldkasper8346]

Yeah and Thorne variant Xemenry (same bottle log, different label) come out of China. Oh yeah, that is a good start for chemical reliability.

[@Go2God]

I like this video. And you working out is encouraging instead of just watching you talk.🎉

[@lorealvillapudua4121]

Hi thank you, Does it make your hair shed more?

[@cavery7803]

My experience with Berberine was terrible. First time I took it, and keep in mind this was just after ONE supplement - a few hours later, I was sicker than I have ever been in my life! As in vomiting for 24 hours, I couldn't keep anything down, not even water. Okay - fast forward a few months - I figure I'll try it again! 🙄Maybe the other time I tried it, I became violently ill due to something else........SOOOO, again I took ONE supplement, and lo and behold I started puking my guts out once again, (sorry TMI), but this time I was so dehydrated, I had to get an IV to restore fluids. No idea why my body rejected it so violently, as if it was poison. 🤔So suffice it to say, Berberine is definitely not for everyone, as you mentioned - but I'm glad you and others are finding benefits from it! 😊

[@RundownwithRachel]

That’s AWFUL! I wonder what it is that causes some people to have such a horrible experience! Thank you for heading the warning!

[@cavery7803]

@@RundownwithRachel I did find some other people who experienced the same thing as I, however nothing as to why, which I would love to know! 🤷‍♀️

[@xiaoandbao]

Which brand did u use?

[@candiswaddle3234]

Maybe it was the brand

[@cavery7803]

@@candiswaddle3234 maybe, however I know it was a high quality brand because I bought it from a natural foods/supplement store and it was quite expensive. I can’t recall the brand name though.

[@futabulousco.3881]

I take dihydroberberine and in one month my cholesterol results came back normal after years of being high. My doctor no longer wants to put me on a statin. I am sold on it. I will try anything that is an anti inflamatory. I have also quit taking my prioxicam as the dihydroberberine takes care of that too. Dihydroberberine is 5x as powerful without the stomach issues. No weight loss but I am not dieting and eat junk food but all my lab work has improved. I take 1 pill of 100mg a day.

[@docimma]

Plateau w Berberine now. Will increase to 3x/day. Did 2xday x 4 months.

[@iheartmydogs1870]

Thank you!

[@patsyboughton307]

I do think you need to be careful about emphatically saying to only take Berberine before meals. That is the most often recommended way to take it. But Berberine can cause quite severe digestive pain & upsets, in which case it is recommended to take it with food, not before. This was my case, I started taking it before meals & suffered extreme stomach & gut pain. I switched to taking it with my meal & the digestive issues seem to be resolved. So far so good……

[@RundownwithRachel]

Thank you so much, Patsy for bringing that to my attention! Can now clearly understand why the label reads as such!

[@patsyboughton307]

On a positive note I would add that Berberine seems to be helping me sleep better. No doubt probably to do with blood sugar levels.

[@RundownwithRachel]

@@patsyboughton307 yes! Excellent point!

[@curiouslyconscious111]

DHL Berberine (DihydroBerberine) has more bioavailability and also you can look for a formula that contains Ceylon Cinnamon. I took the Thorne formula but switched and have noticed a big difference and no side effects.

[@RundownwithRachel]

I’ve been learning about this! Do you have a brand you recommend?

[@apoorvaa9494]

Look like to know brand recommendations too!

[@banderson6102]

Dihydroberberine was created as a slight variation of berberine with the aim of improving absorption and reducing stomach side effects.

[@dawndoty7000]

SugarMD sells one with Dihydroberberine and Cinnamon in it.

[@charlieharper8203]

You list 2 brands of berberine, is the Solaray a better product than Thorne?

[@traceystock7352]

I too had great success especially with reducing my HbA1C (from 5.8 to 5.3). But consistent with the video's message, I had an irregular heartbeat develop out of the blue whil on berberine. Twice actually, the second time quite long. Had to do a one week patch monitor and am awaiting cardiology follow up. This is after having a weird EKG for an umbilical hernia repair -- abnormal ECG, Sinus Rhythm with First Degree AV block. I stopped taking berberine and my EKG was normal after that. But then went on it again after surgery and then had the irregular heartbeat. Am no longer taking it. The reason I believe for the abnormal ECG and irregular heartbeat was a drug interaction with my beta blocker. Be careful with drugs that are processed through the liver if you want to try berberine and don't take too much. I was taking 2 per day at 1500 mg per capsule.

[@RundownwithRachel]

Thank you so much for sharing your story! So important to know the risks. I don’t know that I’ve seen a dose that large. Typically I’ve seen 500 mg. So glad you were able to pinpoint the cause and so glad you are ok!

[@hangoutwithme346]

Thank you for including your dose as well as your use of beta blockers in your story. Did you start out with the fairly large dose of 1500/ day or work up to that? I wonder if the size of the dose was the biggest factor in your negative experience.

[@traceystock7352]

@@hangoutwithme346 The product I bought has 1200 mg capsules and recommends twice per day. I was mistaken when I said 1500. But I was consuming 1200x2 -2400 per day and on occasion I would take a 3rd. I wonder the same about dose but once you've had an abnormal ECG, it dampens your desire to go back to trying it. I am still having a few symptoms of it after being off for 96 hours (I assume it is the berberine interacting with the beta blocker due to having come off once before and having symptoms and ECG normalize). After posting my above comment, I reviewed my blood tests and order timeline for berberine again and realized I was also wrong about the benefit as well as the 1200 mg versus the 1500 mg. I had a 5.7 A1C last September 22 without berberine but after losing weight and working out with a relatively clean diet. I cut all bread out and reduced my A1C to 5.3 by 3 Nov 22 without berberine. I ordered my first berberine bottle on 22 Feb 23 and had my abnormal ECG on 12 May 23. Went off berberine that night and a week later had a normal ECG symptom free. Went back on berberine after surgery in early July and on 31 July had an arrhythmia triggered by cold drink followed by two months now of irregular heartbeats. Went off berberine 4 days ago and am feeling 90% better but still having skipped beats here and there. Sorry for the TMI but using your reply as an opportunity to correct myself as it's important for anyone looking for someone else's experience. BLUF: Berberine did not lower my A1C as I first thought, and it might have interacted badly with my beta blocker.

[@debrawood438]

What is the name of the beta blocker you were on?

[@traceystock7352]

@@debrawood438 Metoprolol Succinate 50 MG ER

[@thehillbillyhermit7681]

I am also taking the Thorne. Started almost 2 months ago. I take 2 200mg capsules after evening meal. I'll start taking them before the meal and see if I notice any better results. You said 500 mg but how is that accomplished when the capsules are 200mg?

[@shahhzadi]

Hi..can you consume berberine if you don't have problems with insulin resistance or diabetes?

[@letadeley8724]

I find my pharmacist knows way more about medicine/vitamin contradictions than my doctor

[@RundownwithRachel]

That is a brilliant point.

[@christkratos]

As a nurse, I know this to be true. If you want to know more about your meds ask the pharmacist, not your PCP. Medication is their specialty.

[@isobel64]

Lol thats the way it should be.

[@allydowning7697]

I've been taking it for a few weeks. What I've noticed is that it makes me not want to eat....I have to force myself to eat something. I think what I'll start doing is drink a lot of veggie based green juice to get in my nutrition plus walk more. I do have a lot of pounds to lose so I'll try this routine for at least 30 days and see how it goes.

[@RundownwithRachel]

Thank you for taking the time to share! It amazes me the different experiences everyone has! Encouraging to read yours! Keep up the great work of self care and thank you again!

[@pmoore7813]

What brand you use?

[@jenniferbryan295]

I'm also taking dihydroberberine! Less side effects.

[@RundownwithRachel]

I’ve heard great things! May I ask which brand you take?

[@spiritsnow5488]

This is what I take.

[@sweetchantilly1]

Hi, am wondering how this works..how often do u take it, what dosage do i need?? Will this actually hrlp u loose weight..any help would b useful..thks..

[@officiallymegknight]

How long do you take before each meal? Like 30 minutes before eating?

[@Archangel2931]

How many are you taking? One before each meal meaning three or just breakfast and dinner?

[@lsaez479]

ive been taking Berberine for about 2-3 months. I started for Blood Sugar and it has come down a little but not enough yet. I think it does help with reducing appetite but no direct weight loss. I just switched to a different brand to see if it was better.

[@RundownwithRachel]

May I ask which brand you switched to? Also, if it gives you any comfort - one thing I’ve learned with filming myself is much of the time in the day to day or on the scale I don’t notice progress until I look back at old footage. Sometimes progress photos can be very helpful.

[@natrlchallenge]

Berberine didn't work for me for weightloss,but it helped bring my glucose under control. It replaced metformin.

[@MO-ss5mj]

Eat carnivore or keto

[@sunshinefl6586]

@@MO-ss5mj And elevate your LDL... my experience.

[@Hannahkeir]

Is berbetrine high in oxalates? I know black pepper is high in oxalates and berberine.

[@TheMijas07]

Be careful with taking berberine long term Rachel. Not saying it is dangerous or anything but I have heard that it can deplete potassium, raise blood pressure, and destroy some of the intestinal flora over time. Of course this might not be true at all, but may be something to be aware of and check your BP and mineral levels every so often while taking it. Thanks for sharing your experience & you're looking great! x

[@RundownwithRachel]

Thank you so so much. I’m so glad you shared this. One of the themes I’ve been thinking of lately is how EVERYTHING has risk and we must be so careful not to fall into being casual - especially around supplements. What a great reminder you bring up. Thank you 🙏

[@TheMijas07]

@@RundownwithRachel very welcome 🙂

[@tootstoyou1]

I’ve also read this. I take Berberine for two months , then give it a rest for 2 months. I believe no supplements should be taken continuously. Maybe go supplement free for a week in the month, or at least the weekend. They can become counterproductive without a break. I’m not a professional, but have done a lot of research over the years.

[@RundownwithRachel]

@@tootstoyou1 thank you! 🥰🥰🥰

[@TheMijas07]

@@tootstoyou1 I think that's a good way to go. Stopping for a couple of months every now and then.

[@tiffanyhanson3701]

Well darn I’ve been taking it for months and working out and no weight loss or reduced bloating.

[@kalisegrest]

I feel like im the only person that tried this after not being able to get wegovy, ozempic, etc. Those were fine and no reaction, but this made me break out in full body itchy hives.

[@lindaerman3436]

The National Institute of Health did a study on the potency of 16 Berberine brands available on Amazon. MOST HAD WAY LESS BERBERINE THAN THEY CLAIMED! Thorne was ok but a couple of others were better.

[@PamelaBrownTheBuzz]

Great information I have used this product on and off. I find if I take one with a small dose of chromium before my meals I feel amazing

[@RundownwithRachel]

Thank you, Pamela!!!! I’m going to look into that!

[@user-qk6eb5cs7r]

Can it be harmful for people with normal or low blood sugar levels? Could glucose levels drop dangerously low on this supplement?

[@MT-yr7pt]

So I'm early 40s and would just like to take this for the cool benefits and weight loss just to lose 7 lb. Do you have to be going through menopause or have insulin resistance (which I very well may have but don't know?) or can anyone try it?

[@julianawellman2235]

Thank you