One-Capsule Phytosome Berberine
UltraSorb provides berberine as an enhanced-bioavailability phytosome. Pure Encapsulations describes it as “enhanced absorption berberine; supports glucose metabolism and cardiometabolic health.”*
Who I Reach For This With
- Patients who want glucose-metabolism and cardiometabolic support in the simplest possible regimen
- Anyone who wants a formula free from unnecessary binders, fillers and preservatives
- People who want one capsule, once or twice a day, instead of handfuls of pills
What Makes This Form Different
- 550 mg of Berbevis® berberine – Indena Phytosome® complex (berberine and sunflower phospholipid complex, standardized to contain 28% berberine) in each (size 00) capsule
- Pure: clinically-studied, enhanced bioavailability berberine phytosome, “four times more bioavailable than standard berberine”*
- Made with high-quality, vegan ingredients, free from wheat, soy, dairy, eggs, artificial colors and sweeteners, coatings and shellacs, GMOs and magnesium stearate
What Pure Encapsulations Says It Supports*
- “Promotes healthy glycemic control”*
- “Helps maintain healthy blood glucose levels already within the normal range”*
- “Promotes healthy insulin receptor function and signaling”*
How It Fits Into a Protocol
Berberine UltraSorb sits alongside Magnesium Glycinate and Vitamin D3 & K2 in the metabolic base. Thorne Berberine combines HCl and phytosome if you prefer that form.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the phytosome form change?
Pure states that a pharmacokinetic study in healthy adults reported 550 mg of the berberine phytosome was four times more bioavailable than standard berberine.
When should I take it?
1 capsule, 1–2 times daily, with or between meals.
Who should check with a prescriber first?
Anyone on blood-sugar medication or any other prescription medication should check with their prescribing provider before adding this. It is also not for pregnant or lactating women.
Supplement Facts: Serving size 1 capsule. One (size 00) capsule contains: Berbevis berberine – Indena Phytosome complex (berberine and sunflower phospholipid complex) (standardized to contain 28% berberine) 550 mg. Other ingredients: Berbevis berberine – Indena Phytosome complex (Berberis aristata root extract, pea protein isolate, sunflower lecithin, grape seed extract, cellulose, silicon dioxide), vegetarian capsule (cellulose, water), hypoallergenic plant fiber (cellulose), ascorbyl palmitate. Berbevis berberine – Indena Phytosome complex are trademarks of Indena S.p.A., Italy.
Suggested Use: 1 capsule, 1-2 times daily, with or between meals or as directed by your healthcare professional. 60 capsules per bottle.
Warnings: Pure Encapsulations states: "Not to be taken by pregnant or lactating women. If you have any health condition or are taking any medication, consult your health professional before use."
Ships direct from Pure Encapsulations — never third-party or gray-market stock. Every bottle comes straight from their facility, so lot numbers and expiration dates are exactly what Pure shipped.
Selected by Dr. Lorn Allison, DN.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
