This might be a tough pill to swallow. A so-called weight-loss supplement has captivated users eager to slim down for summer, but experts warn that relying on the quick-fix capsule could be dangerous.

Berberine, a plant compound traditionally used in herbal medicine, is today commonly stocked on the shelves of health food stores and pharmacies as a supplement. Beyond weight loss, berberine also has ...

Berberine is a naturally occurring compound that is often consumed as a supplement to lower blood sugar levels and support gut health. The weight loss benefits of berberine have led netizens to dub it ...

Some TikTok users are calling the supplement berberine “nature’s Ozempic.” Research into berberine’s impact on weight loss is minimal, but ongoing. Experts explain the risks of taking berberine.

BALTIMORE - A natural supplement dubbed "Nature's Ozempic" is gaining popularity for claims of its weight loss abilities. Berberine is the latest alternative to the popular diabetes drug Ozempic being ...

A dietary supplement called berberine is gaining momentum on social media for its weight loss effects, even being referred to by some as “nature’s Ozempic,” in reference to the popular drug that can ...

Berberine, also known as “nature’s Ozempic,” has taken TikTok by storm, with thousands of videos claiming to document weight loss from the inexpensive supplement, but some research suggests it may not ...

The latest TikTok health trend, "Nature's own Ozempic," revolves around berberine, an herbal preparation that the social media influencers claim can aid in weight loss. When individuals cannot lose ...

Medically reviewed by Allison Herries, RDN Key Takeaways Based on most clinical trials, the blood sugar-lowering effect of berberine was observed in about three months.The findings on the effect of ...