🌿 Berberine (Berberis vulgaris, Coptis chinensis) | Blood Sugar Balance & Metabolic Support | NYCherbs®

The Remedy:

🌱 Other Names: Barberry, Berberis vulgaris, Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis), Oregon Grape (Mahonia aquifolium), Tree Turmeric (Berberis aristata), Indian Barberry, Daruhaldi (Berberis aristata), Chinese Goldthread (Coptis chinensis), Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron amurense).

✨ Key Benefits:

⚖️ Blood Sugar Regulation – Supports healthy glucose metabolism and insulin sensitivity.
🦠 Antimicrobial Properties – Exhibits activity against bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites.
💚 Cardiovascular Support – May help lower LDL cholesterol and triglycerides while improving HDL.
🔥 Anti-Inflammatory Effects – Helps modulate inflammatory pathways in the body.
💧 Gut Health – Supports microbiome balance and digestive wellness.

📌 Traditional & Modern Uses:

• Used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (as Huang Lian / Coptis) for digestive and metabolic health.

• Employed in Ayurveda for blood purification and liver cleansing.

• Studied in modern medicine for its role in managing type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome.

🌼 Herbal Combinations:

• Cinnamon → Enhances blood sugar regulation.

• Milk Thistle → Supports liver detox and metabolism.

• Turmeric (Curcumin) → Synergizes for anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.

🧴 Available Forms:

• Capsules (standardized extract)

• Tinctures / Liquid Extract

• Powder