Swanson Berberine Plus with Bitter Melon & Milk Thistle - 3-in-1 Formula 60 Caps.

There are many factors that contribute to a healthy cardiovascular system such as levels of cholesterol, blood pressure and blood sugar. Swanson Berberine Plus with Bitter Melon & Milk Thistle has been expertly formulated to address these critical areas of wellness with a plant-based trio of herbal extracts. Berberine is favored among herbalists because it may help support overall cardiovascular health. Specifically, berberine has been shown to support healthy cholesterol and glucose levels already within the normal range. Scientists now believe that many of the benefits observed with berberine may be related to its action on an important enzyme known as AMPK (adenosine monophosphate-activated protein kinase). AMPK is a systemic enzyme that influences how the body creates and uses cellular energy. This action has a cascading effect on a wide variety of metabolic processes, cellular health and more. Bitter melon, also known as Momordica, is a metabolic herb from the Indian tradition of Ayurveda. It's believed to support healthy glucose metabolism and has traditionally been used to help maintain healthy blood sugar already within a normal range. It is a source of powerful antioxidant compounds that protect cells throughout the body. It has been scientifically studied for its potential support optimal insulin utilization to promote healthy blood sugar levels. Traditionally thought of as a liver tonic, milk thistle is gaining popularity for supporting healthy blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Swanson Berberine Plus with Bitter Melon & Milk Thistle delivers guaranteed-potency milk thistle seed extract standardized to 80% silymarin, a powerful antioxidant flavonoid that may promote metabolic health and the body’s response to insulin in addition to supporting the liver and detoxification.