First, there was Berberine. Now, there’s Berberine Phytosome™.
Berberine as a supplement is getting a lot of attention lately and for good reasons!
Now, there’s a new form of Berberine in town: Berberine Phytosome™ and it could be a game changer for anyone who has had or is considering bariatric surgery.
Here, we’ll explain what Berberine is and why it matters for metabolic health support. You’ll also find out why the development of new Berberine Phytosome is great news for post-surgery metabolic health.
Finally, we’ll introduce you to BariMelts Berberine, a new post-bariatric surgery berberine. You’ll discover why it’s an ideal supplement for bariatric patients and how it’s formulated to support your bariatric journey.
What is Berberine?
To understand Berberine Phytosome™, you first need to understand Berberine.
Berberine is the “active” ingredient that makes this supplement so beneficial. It’s a natural chemical extracted from herbs. BariMelts uses Berberis aristata, also known as Indian barberry and tree turmeric.
For centuries, Berberine has been used as a natural medicine and clinical research backs it up, too! There’s strong support that Berberine may help maintain blood sugar levels already in a normal range and support your metabolism post-bariatric surgery*
The catch? Berberine doesn’t absorb well alone in its natural state. You’d need large doses to see the positive effects, and those large doses can cause digestive discomfort.
So, researchers got to work developing an improved version of Berberine.
What is Berberine Phytosome™?
The perfect solution to the problem of Berberine absorption issues?
It turns out that combining Berberine with special plant molecules makes it easier to absorb, with less effect on the GI system.
The result? Berberine Phytosome™.
Here’s how traditional Berberine compares to Berberine Phytosome™:
Traditional Berberine |
Berberine Phytosome™ |
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Core ingredient: Berberine extract (poorly absorbed) |
Core ingredient: Berberis aristata raw extract (enhanced absorption) Phytosome ingredients: Pea protein helps “carry” Berberine through the digestive system and into the bloodstream, so it’s more absorbable. Grape seed extract helps protect the digestive system against the side effects of Berberine. |
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Dose: 900 mg to 1,500 mg |
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Side effects: Diarrhea, constipation, stomach cramps, and gas are frequently reported |
Side effects: Generally well-tolerated, but some people may experience mild digestive issues, especially when starting the supplement. |
If you’ve wanted to try this traditional herb but have been put off by the challenges, the new innovative form is an essential Berberine supplement to try.
The best part? Berberine Phytosome™ uses nothing but plant power. It’s a natural support for maintaining metabolic and blood sugar health.
How does Berberine Phytosome work?
Researchers are uncovering multiple health benefits of Berberine. Here, we’ll focus on the benefits related to metabolic health support.
Studies show that Berberine activates the body’s “metabolic master switch” (an enzyme called AMPK).
Here’s why that’s so great:
- Enhanced Metabolism: When the switch is flipped on, your body uses glucose and fat more efficiently.
- Improved Energy: AMPK helps cells produce energy, so you have more to get moving!
- Reduced Fat Storage: AMPK shifts the body from fat storage to fat burning.
- Better Insulin Sensitivity: AMPK can help regulate blood sugar levels—crucial for health and weight maintenance.
If Berberine does all this, what are the benefits of a more absorbable version?
How does bariatric surgery affect metabolism?
You might be wondering, “Why would anyone need metabolic support after weight loss surgery? Doesn’t bariatric surgery increase your metabolism?”
Yes, at first—but not forever.
After bariatric surgery, for a year or so, your metabolic rate may be quite high. You’re expending a lot of energy and rapidly losing weight.
Over several months, your body adapts to your lower caloric intake. Your metabolism slows down. This is natural, but it can make it more challenging to maintain your new, lower BMI.
In fact, it’s not unusual to start gaining back some of the weight lost 18 months after surgery.
To sustain your new weight, it’s important to support post-surgery metabolic health—and Berberine Phytosome™ may help.
It acts as a bariatric metabolic support by helping the body burn calories and fat and maintain healthy blood sugar levels already in a normal range.
Berberine Phytosome is best for bariatric patients
Until recently, it was tough for anyone who’s had bariatric surgery to use traditional Berberine.
For one, gastric surgery changes your body's ability to absorb nutrients, and traditional Berberine is notoriously hard to absorb.
You might also notice that post-surgery, you’re more prone to diarrhea, constipation, stomach cramps, and gas from food and supplements. Traditional Berberine can trigger these symptoms (although sometimes it’s temporary).
Now you have a better option. If you can’t tolerate traditional Berberine (or don’t want to risk it), there’s Berberine Phytosome™.
Using Berberine after bariatric surgery
So, you’ve had or you’re planning gastric surgery. Can you start Berberine?
It depends on when your doctor gives you the go-ahead.
It’s important to follow your medical team’s guidance on supplements and nutrition after bariatric surgery.
Your health team will recommend supplements to prevent deficiencies such as iron deficiencies, and it’s also important to discuss metabolic health support with your doctor on an ongoing basis.
We recommend starting BariMelts Berberine Phytosome™ several months or more after surgery. At this point, you may feel more comfortable taking easy-to-swallow caplets. BariMelts Berberine can help you to maintain your improvements.
Why BariMelts Berberine Phytosome™
BariMelts Berberine is specifically for people who have had weight loss surgery. It is:
- Made with high-quality, clinically-tested Berberine Phytosome
- Sugar-free, gluten-free and non-GMO
- Easy to swallow (smooth-coated caplets)
- Concentrated (just take one caplet twice a day)
BariMelts knows what bariatric patients need!
| * These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration, this product is not intended to prevent, cure or treat any disease. |