Thorne Berberine — the researched HCl form plus a phytosome
Berberine is a botanical that keeps showing up in metabolic conversations. Absorption is the usual question with it, which is why the form matters. Thorne describes its Berberine as "a powerful botanical for heart health, metabolic support, glucose balance, and GI support."*
Who I Reach For This With
- People working on healthy blood sugar levels alongside diet change
- People who want cholesterol support as part of a food-first plan
- People building a gut-balance protocol who want a botanical in the mix
- People in the over-40 metabolism years working on body composition
What Makes This Form Different
- Two forms in one capsule: 450 mg of berberine HCl from Indian barberry root extract, plus 550 mg of berberine phytosome, per 2-capsule serving
- A phytosome pairs the botanical with a phospholipid carrier, which is why it's used. HCl is the form many studies have used
- Thorne: "healthy cholesterol and blood sugar levels"* and "healthy metabolism"*, in a capsule free of gluten, dairy and soy
What Thorne Says It Supports*
- Healthy cholesterol and blood sugar levels*
- GI microbial balance*
- Healthy metabolism*
- Heart health and glucose balance*
How It Fits Into a Protocol
Berberine is the metabolic partner to Magnesium Glycinate and Ultra Omega-3. Pure Encapsulations Berberine UltraSorb is a single-form phytosome alternative if you prefer one capsule per dose.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will it upset my stomach?
Some people notice their stomach adjusting at first. Take it with food, as Thorne's label directs, and start with one capsule twice daily.
Do I need to check with my doctor first?
If you take any prescription medication, especially for blood sugar or cholesterol, check with your prescribing provider before adding this.
How long should I take it before retesting?
That depends on your plan. Your practitioner will set the retest timing for the labs you're following.
Supplement Facts: Serving size 2 capsules. Berberine HCl (from Indian barberry extract, root) 450 mg; Berberine Phytosome 550 mg. Other ingredients: calcium laurate, hypromellose capsule.
Suggested Use: Take 1-2 capsules two times daily with food, or as directed by your healthcare professional. 60 capsules per bottle.
Warnings: If pregnant, nursing, or women trying to conceive, do not use this product (Thorne's label statement). Thorne's label also notes this product is contraindicated for anyone with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients.
Ships direct from Thorne's own facility — never third-party or gray-market stock. Lot numbers and expiration dates are exactly what Thorne 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.
