In recent years, there has been growing interest in natural compounds that can promote health and wellness. Berberine, a bioactive compound found in various plants, has gained significant attention due to its potential health benefits. Used in traditional medicine for centuries, berberine has been the subject of numerous scientific studies exploring its effects on various aspects of health. Today Dr. Barb goes over the benefits of berberine for overall health and wellness, covering its potential impact on metabolic health, cardiovascular health, gut health, and more.

In this episode Dr. Barb covers:

References:

Ye, Y. et al. (2021) ‘Efficacy and safety of berberine alone for several metabolic disorders: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials’, Frontiers in Pharmacology, 12. doi:10.3389/fphar.2021.653887. 

Zhang, L. et al. (2021) ‘Effects of berberine on the gastrointestinal microbiota’, Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology, 10. doi:10.3389/fcimb.2020.588517. 

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About The Host:

Dr. Barb Woegerer is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor practicing in Toronto and Vaughan, Ontario, Canada.  Dr. Barb is passionate about empowering individuals to take control of their own health. Her primary focus is to explore the underlying root cause and provide individualized patient centered care. She utilizes evidence based therapies and provides patients with the knowledge and tools needed to succeed. Her clinical focus is in women’s health, stress management, and inflammatory conditions.  Dr. Barb also spends a great deal of time educating individuals on the importance of magnesium and why we all need to add this mineral to our health toolbox. When she’s not seeing patients she loves spending time in nature, reading and experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen.

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