Is berberine “nature’s Ozempic?”
At EndoSlim Clinic NY of Atlantic Gastroenterology, Dr. Alexander Shapsis, our Board-certified gastroenterologist and obesity medicine specialist, routinely works with patients struggling with their weight. Many popular trends are making their way mainstream and are piquing the curiosity of patients with obesity and chronic obesity. This includes diabetes medications such as Ozempic for weight loss. But what about alternative options? Let’s look at another supplement that is gaining popularity, berberine, and find out if it can benefit patients in the Brooklyn, New York area. What is berberine? Berberine is best described as a supplement derived from a variety of plants, … Continue reading