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Berberine for weight loss
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Can I take Berberine tablets for weight loss without doctor consultation?
I am currently on thyroid medication. I need to lose a big chunk of weight, I am also following diet and walking. But it is difficult to lose weight, please suggest if I can go for Wellbeing nutrition berberine Hcl+, or if there are more pure OTC options available
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For a 31-year-old female weighing 123 kg with hypothyroidism on Thyronorm 75 mcg, taking any supplement like berberine without medical supervision is not advised. Berberine can help improve insulin resistance and may assist mild weight loss, but it can interact with thyroid and liver metabolism. It may also lower blood sugar and affect the absorption or effect of other medicines. Wellbeing Nutrition Berberine HCl+ and other OTC products vary in purity and dosage, so quality and safety are uncertain.
Continue your diet and walking routine because weight loss with hypothyroidism is slower but steady. Focus on calorie tracking, high-protein meals, and 40 to 45 minutes of brisk walking daily. Avoid multiple supplements unless reviewed properly. Before starting berberine, get your thyroid, insulin, and liver function evaluated to ensure safe use under expert guidance. For a safe and monitored weight loss plan, book a consult on Practo.
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Before taking any supplements you need to be more cautious as you are consuming thyroid medications.
Here are some important points to keep in mind:
- Berberine is a supplement which is mostly used by people having high blood sugar levels and insulin resistance and it may interfere with your thyroid medications and also lower your blood sugar levels if they are in the normal range.
- For thyroid you need to avoid having raw vegetables as they contain goitrogens and always cook them thoroughly before consuming.
- Consume more of complex carbohydrates, proteins and healthy fats in your diet which will help manage your weight.
- Avoid consuming any refined or processed foods which will interfere with your weight management.
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Three mantras for good health, weight loss, weight maintenance and well being are having a balanced diet( the balance in the diet will vary according to the sex of the person, age, activity levels, health issues, food preferences etc), exercise according to individual capacity as well as good rest.
Tablets in any form for weight reduction not advised, more so you are already having thyroid issues there can be drastic effects when you use medication for weight reduction.
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Mentioned thyroid, so without doctor consultation supplements or medication are not advisable.
Individual health & diet needs differs, personalized individual diet plan & Life Style Modification helps healthy weight loss
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Please don’t take berberine without consulting a doctor, especially since you have thyroid issues.
Please read my article on berberine for weight loss
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10 yrs exp
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Ms. Somya Jain
Dietitian/Nutritionist
9 yrs exp
Delhi
It will add some support
But you cannot totally depend on it on your weight loss
You have to understand the diet pattern also that is a support for berberine
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Ms. Neema Yadav
Dietitian/Nutritionist
5 yrs exp
Kolhapur
Berberine is a natural plant compound to help
Improves insulin sensitivity and blood sugar control
Lower cholesterol and triglycerides
Support fat metabolism and weight management
❗️caution your case ( thyroid and weight loss)
Since you are taking thyroid medication, there are a few important things to note :
1. Berberine can affect how your body absorb and metabolise medication, including thyroid hormones
It may delay absorption
2. If you are dieting and walking, Berberine can lower blood sugar further, possibly leading fatigue or dizziness
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Ms. Trupti Padhi
Dietitian/Nutritionist
16 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Good evening pls don't look for short cut for loosing weight. Connect through app directly after 9pm in evening day time 10am to 12pm or 11am till 1pm or evening 5-6pm.
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Ms. Ridhima Dhingra
Dietitian/Nutritionist
22 yrs exp
Bangalore
Before you jump onto some supplement please make sure the basics are ok , supplements won’t work if the basic things are not in place .
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