HERB “BERBERINE” MAY
CONTROL TYPE 2 DIABETES!
Q. What can you tell me about Berberine? Believe it or not, my Dr. (endocrinologist)
wants me to try this herb before he puts me on meds. Is it safe?
Michael T.
L.
A. Its uplifting to see that your Dr. is forward
thinking and enlightened towards alternative medications. From my experience, this is a rarity for the
endocrinology branch of medicine.
Hopefully more physicians will take heart and follow this same
alternative route.
The herb Berberine can be
extracted from several different plant sources such as Oregon Grape, Turmeric or
even Coptic Goldenthread. This bitter
tasting, crystalline substance has been used for more than 2500 years in both
ayurvedic (Indian) and Chinese medicine to prevent infectious disease such as
the plague.
According to
Healthline.com most recent studies have shown that berberine may play a
significant role in controlling and treating modern diabetes. In 2006, studies on diabetic animals using
berberine showed surprising results in lowering A1c (insulin blood level
marker) levels by over 8 percent. This
same group also had a significant reduction in “fasting insulin” by a whopping
29 percent. Another 2010 Chinese study
had similar results. It is believed that
berberine may help treat type 2 diabetes by decreasing the concentration of
free fatty acids in the blood.
According to WebMD.com
berberine is safe for most adults.
However, having sold berberine for several years we have found that it
can act as a rather strong blood thinner.
If you decide to go the berberine route please keep yourself monitored
by your physician. Berberine capsules
and liquid can be purchased from most health food stores and online retailers.
Resources: Healthline.com, WebMD.com
AMV
*Health Disclaimer: This
information is not presented by a medical practitioner and is for educational
and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute
for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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