Kristie Reed, PharmD, oversees emergency, general medical, surgical, psychiatric care, and oncology medication as the pharmacy director of a community hospital. Dr. Reed specializes in IV medications.

In the quest for optimal health, the search for effective natural supplements continues to grow. One such supplement that has garnered significant attention in recent years is Peak Wellness Berberine.

Berberine, a bioactive alkaloid derived from various plants, including Berberis species, has garnered significant attention as a nutraceutical agent due to its potential benefits in metabolic health.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, obesity affects more than 40 percent of U.S. adults. More than half report that willpower alone is insufficient to lose weight and keep it ...

• Taking berberine with meals may reduce stomach side effects and support blood sugar control. • Its short half-life means splitting doses helps keep levels steady. • Berberine is safe short term, but ...