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Fasting For Life

Fasting For Life

Health & Fitness:Alternative Health

Ep. 112 - The Complexity Of Metformin Vs Berberine | What Are The Side Effects, Risks, And Rewards? | Free Intermittent Fasting Plan for OMAD

Ep. 112 - The Complexity Of Metformin Vs Berberine | What Are The Side Effects, Risks, And Rewards? | Free Intermittent Fasting Plan for OMAD

2022-02-15
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In this episode, Dr. Scott and Tommy discuss the complexity of metformin versus berberine, the incredible benefits of berberine, metformin mechanism and the side effects of both, why berberine is not just for pre-diabetics in the short term, and how it has a great effect without the side effects compared to the standard operating procedure in the medical system. 

 

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Episode related links: The mechanisms of action of metforminAMPK: The Energy-Boosting, Hormone-Balancing Benefits of AMPK Metformin and berberine, two versatile drugs in treatment of common metabolic diseases Efficacy of Berberine in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes

 

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