EVIDENCE-BASED SUPPLEMENT SCORING
7.7/10
SOLID OPTION

Confidence: 90%

Berberine Phytosome 550mg, 60 Capsules - with Ceylon Cinnamon (200mg), Chromium (200mcg) & Black Pepper Extract (10mg)

Berberine Phytosome 550mg - with Ceylon Cinnamon (200mg), Chromium (200mcg) & Black Pepper Extract (10mg)

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Decision summary

CONSIDERSOLID OPTION

A solid product, but not a clean win. The main trade-off is weaker ingredient form quality.

Best for

People prioritizing high absorption and overall formula quality.

Consider another option if

You care a lot about label clarity and want fewer unknowns.

Score breakdown

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Dosage quality

7.4/10

Generally solid dosing

Checks whether labeled ingredient amounts fall within clinically studied ranges (not just regulatory minimums). Low/0 can reflect under-dosing or missing amounts (e.g., proprietary blends).

Score summary

Chromium: dose within clinically studied range (evidence B). The main limitation is that berberine: standardization missing — berberine — expected standardization: 97.0 % (-2).

Strengths

Chromium: dose within clinically studied range (evidence B)
Chromium: high-bioavailability form declared (Chromium Picolinate)
Black-pepper: dose within clinically studied range (evidence B)

Weaknesses

Berberine: standardization missing — berberine — expected standardization: 97.0 % (-2)
Cinnamon-extract: no form data available — bio score = 0
Black-pepper: standardization missing — piperine — expected standardization: 95.0 % (-2)

Final verdict

A solid product, but not a clean win. The main trade-off is weaker ingredient form quality.

Ingredient Analysis & Evidence

A closer look at the main ingredients, how they influence the score, and the supporting evidence when available. Tap any ingredient to expand.

✔ Clinically effective dose with moderate supporting evidence

A clear strength: Dose is strong and within effective ranges. The declared form supports strong absorption.

Scientific evidence

Meta-analysis

Balk et al. systematic review chromium picolinate and glycemic control

Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics • 2007

PMID: 17519436.0

ℹ Evidence is strong, but dose is below the optimal range

One of the weaker points: Dose is below the ranges usually used for stronger effects.

Scientific evidence

Meta-analysis

Lan et al. meta-analysis berberine and lipid profile

Journal of Ethnopharmacology • 2015

PMID: 26448206.0

Meta-analysis

Dong et al. meta-analysis berberine and glycemic control in type 2 diabetes

Metabolism • 2012

PMID: 22162995.0

ℹ Dose is within established clinical ranges, but lacks direct studies

Strong contributor: Dose is strong and within effective ranges. The declared form is acceptable, but not among the best-absorbed options.

Clinical dosing guidance

Based on established dosing ranges used in clinical practice.

Min effective: 5 mgOptimal: 10 mgUpper: 20 mgGrade: B

Evidence inferred from established knowledge, not directly linked studies

Solid but not a standout: Clinical dosing guidance is limited for this ingredient.

No supporting studies or dosing references are currently available for this ingredient.

Berberine Phytosome 550mg, 60 Capsules - with Ceylon Cinnamon (200mg), Chromium (200mcg) & Black Pepper Extract (10mg)

Berberine Phytosome 550mg, 60 Capsules - with Ceylon Cinnamon (200mg), Chromium (200mcg) & Black Pepper Extract (10mg)

Warnings & notes

Important label or formulation details that may affect how this product should be interpreted.

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Some label details are missing or unclear

Incomplete disclosure makes the product harder to evaluate confidently.

Info

There is a formulation caveat worth noting

Cinnamon-extract: no form data available — bio score = 0

Note

Methodology

Read our methodology overview to understand how SuppScoreLab combines multiple scientific dimensions into one practical score.

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This evaluation is based on the product label and declared Supplement Facts available at review time. It does not verify laboratory-tested composition, purity, or batch-level quality. This content is educational and not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional for personal health decisions. Affiliate disclosure: SuppScoreLab may earn a commission from qualifying Amazon links.

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