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Berberine, a chemical found in some plants, is gaining popularity on social media for its weight-loss effectiveness. Some people even tout the dietary supplement as “nature’s Ozempic.”
Dr. Neelima Chu, an endocrinologist with Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group, explains what there is to know about berberine, and what to expect when using it as a dietary supplement for weight loss.
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