Berberine HCL

Berberine HCL 400mg by Haya Labs has become a supplementation success thanks to its action in improving energy use and supporting insulin sensitivity. Berberine is widely used in sport and in weight loss, but also in pro-health supplementation, as an adaptogen with a very broad spectrum of activity. Bodybuilders readily use berberine because of its action as an insulin mimetic. This means that consuming large amounts of carbohydrates is put to more efficient use. This is linked to its blood-sugar-lowering effect, which makes it easier for muscles to consume glucose.

What is berberine and how is it used?
Berberine HCL is a highly concentrated extract derived from the Berberis plant, which by its chemical nature belongs to the alkaloid group, as indicated among other things by its bitter taste. It has a range of health-beneficial properties confirmed by numerous studies. Berberine supplementation consists of taking the compound several times a day. Its concentration in the body lasts up to several hours, so you can easily use it at regular intervals. Many people recommend taking a dose of around 400 mg with a carbohydrate-rich meal, helping to lower blood sugar levels after eating.

Application for athletes
Berberine in an athlete’s diet is used for its action in supporting insulin metabolism. As we know, people who train consume large amounts of carbohydrates that need to be used optimally for the muscles’ needs, but also for recovery and for building muscle mass. Berberine shows its insulin-mimetic action here, helping to optimise the processes that put the consumed energy to use. It is also an excellent addition for reducing body fat. Research has shown that berberine activates the AMPK enzyme, responsible for metabolism in many of our body’s cells, which allows them to work more efficiently. There is another very important element athletes benefit from, and that is the effect on LDL and HDL levels. In bodybuilding we often have to deal with problems with the lipid panel and cholesterol. Berberine improves those parameters.

Dosage
1-3 capsules a day with meals.