Barberry Root Explained: Why the Whole Plant Matters

The genus Berberis contains about 500 different species of Barberry plants. Barberry Root has quite the history and has been used throughout the world to address a wide variety of issues (like digestive health, immune health and even cardiovascular health).

Berberine, is a popular compound that is found in these plants, it’s not the only alkaloid found in these plants. Barberry contains about 9 different alkaloids.. and recent research proves what herbalists have always known. There is synergy with all of these alkaloids. This synergy contributes to the plants effectiveness.

Having all of the alkaloids together, instead of taking large doses of isolated Berberine, decreases risks of side effects. We use full spectrum extracts of Barberry Root and other Berberine containing plants like philodendron in our formulas so we can harness the full potential of the plant to bring forth it’s full effectiveness.