Thread: Metformin VS Berberine???

I've heard good things about both and would like to hear some feedback from members who have used either or both. Berberine is otc so easy to get compared to Metformin and I'm guessing Metformin costs more? Thanks.

I take berberine and it works well, I made the company show me there testing
I won’t show the brand but, all products are not equal, in fact I had to go to 32 companies before even one would send me a copy. That showed me some of the big brands are hiding low quality . Once you gat a high pure 99%+ Berberine HCL, get it. 1 gram after each big {3} meals help. I have used both, so opt for the supplement now. I do make my own mix with other stuff. But this is a great supp.

Max

Originally Posted by maxmuscle1

I take berberine and it works well, I made the company show me there testing
I won’t show the brand but, all products are not equal, in fact I had to go to 32 companies before even one would send me a copy. That showed me some of the big brands are hiding low quality . Once you gat a high pure 99%+ Berberine HCL, get it. 1 gram after each big {3} meals help. I have used both, so opt for the supplement now. I do make my own mix with other stuff. But this is a great supp.

Max

I've also experienced vastly different effects from different brands at the same dose.....I'm sure this was because of quality and mislabeled dosing. I also like it after large meals.

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Originally Posted by BarbellNinja

I've also experienced vastly different effects from different brands at the same dose.....I'm sure this was because of quality and mislabeled dosing. I also like it after large meals.

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Omg! I wrote a article on supplement companies that is so eye opening and shows facts about supplement companies but; I decided it was too negative and only pointed out all the bad sides of the industry and I am a positive person so I deleted it. My biggest piece of advice is:
A) look for companies that are long time established.
B) Check BBB and Local State websites for company in state or country made.
C) check out 3rd party testing and customer reviews.

Realize up to 92% of API {active Ph**** Ingredient} is from China and the USA companies are the ones that make the finished product. Like any product from myprotein or ON - Optimum Nutrition, GNC; all good companies. It is the testing that they do and put it through their factories for the product that ends up on the shelf at your local store or website. Made in USA means the actual product was made here, not that each ingredient IS from here. This does not mean a product is bad or good. It is the actual USA company that is most important. I personally like these companies:

Now Foods/NowSports / aka NOW #1
Doctors Best
Natures Way
Natures Made
Solgar
Jarrow
Pure Encapsulations

You can check to see ratings of your current supplements on : these websites
consumerlab.com
labdoor.com
nsf.org {international and ********}
usp.org

NSF and UL{usually known for electronics testing} for Sport supplements. They usually can be found on labels as well as USP.

All companies have errors and bad mistakes but these are huge companies. Hope this helps. It helped me a lot. The well funded are less prone to making errors due ton to their high paid scientists, microbiologist , workers, etc ,

Max

This is a link to look at for how a really big US, based {the Richards} family owned supplement, vitamin , food, sports supps
should disclose. They mention how most raw ingredients come out of China and many other countries but; they do not hide it and they show their ABOVE, excellent labs, the best of the best labs , once a raw gets here , that is the difference things make:the quality control , the process used to improve or make extracts , and being in most stores worldwide give you some clue. There are also small, boutique companies that make very good products in very small amounts as a home based business. The link is about quality control, sourcing, history , testing .
It Is Rare to See!!

Our Quality & Safety Standards | NOW Foods Product Reviews

Max

I've had success with berberine over metformin. Metformin caused a lot of unwanted digestive issues for me, mainly indigestion/reflux. None of these issues with berberine.

Originally Posted by enrod

I've had success with berberine over metformin. Metformin caused a lot of unwanted digestive issues for me, mainly indigestion/reflux. None of these issues with berberine.

GI stuff for me too!

Max

Originally Posted by ilovehgh

I've heard good things about both and would like to hear some feedback from members who have used either or both. Berberine is otc so easy to get compared to Metformin and I'm guessing Metformin costs more? Thanks.

I Use 500 mgs of Berberine 3x per day. Dropped my AC1 levels from 5.7 (pre-diabetes) down to 4.8 (normal)

Berberine: A Powerful Supplement With Many Benefits

Just for more info:

Berberine Compared to Metformin in Women with PCOS | Natural Medicine Journal

Metformin and berberine, two versatile drugs in treatment of common metabolic diseases

Clinical trial studies going{shows it does something}: Effect of Berberine Versus Metformin on Glycemic Control, Insulin Sensitivity and Insulin Secretion in Prediabetes - Full Text View - ClinicalTrials.gov

Just a diabetic body building website {not a association} Berberine Vs Metformin Bodybuilding | DiabetesTalk.Net


Max
I just read them. I always keep in mind conflicts of interest, ulterior motives.