Aliquot #93: Why berberine may treat diseases of obesity
Aliquot #93: Why berberine may treat diseases of obesity
Berberine is a plant-derived compound that may be beneficial for treating a wide range of chronic health conditions associated with obesity, such as hypertension, dyslipidemia, and type 2 diabetes, among others. Berberine's effects are similar to those of metformin, a medication for type 2 diabetes, and it may exert anti-aging properties. However, most research on berberine has been conducted on animals, with limited human trials available.
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Berberine is a plant-derived compound that may be beneficial for treating a wide range of chronic health conditions associated with obesity, such as hypertension, dyslipidemia, and type 2 diabetes, among others. Berberine's effects are similar to those of metformin, a medication for type 2 diabetes, and it may exert anti-aging properties. However, most research on berberine has been conducted on animals, with limited human trials available.
In this Aliquot, Dr. Rhonda Patrick describes some of the latest research on the effects of berberine on weight loss, cholesterol, exercise, and the gut microbiome. I also discuss safety concerns, dose, and timing.
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Why berberine may treat diseases of obesity
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How does berberine impact weight control?
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Improvements in cholesterol profile
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Does berberine blunt the benefits of exercise?
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When and how to time berberine
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Choosing a reputable brand of berberine
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What's the evidence of safety?
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Effects of berberine on the microbiome
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