EVIDENCE-BASED SUPPLEMENT SCORING
5.1/10
WEAK

Confidence: 85%

Berberine with Ceylon Cinnamon, Turmeric, Milk Thistle, Artichoke, Black Pepper - 150 Count - Pack of 1

Berberine with Ceylon Cinnamon, Turmeric, Milk Thistle, Artichoke, Black Pepper - 150 Count - Pack of 1

B091MJVVZ7

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Decision summary

SKIPWEAK

Not a strong option overall. The product is materially held back by weaker formulation coherence.

Best for

Only budget-focused buyers with flexible standards.

Consider another option if

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

Score breakdown

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Dosage quality

1.4/10

Dosing looks weaker than ideal

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).

Multi-ingredient formulation analysis

Dose 1.4/10 · Bioavailability 2.9/10 · Coherence 0/10

Dose quality suggests a diluted formulation.

Ingredient form quality suggests suboptimal ingredient forms.

This is a multi-ingredient product. The score reflects formulation quality, not efficacy for a specific health goal.

Score summary

The formula stays relatively clean on excipients. The main limitation is that berberine: below clinically studied range.

Strengths

The formula stays relatively clean on excipients
Label transparency is better than average
The safety profile looks solid

Weaknesses

Berberine: below clinically studied range
Ceylon-cinnamon: below clinically studied range
Formula coherence is weak: diluted, decorative or overly complex

Final verdict

Not a strong option overall. The product is materially held back by weaker formulation coherence.

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.

⚠ Strong evidence exists, but dose is below effective threshold

One of the weaker points: Dose is likely below clinically useful levels. The declared form is acceptable, but not among the best-absorbed options.

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

⚠ Dose is below commonly used clinical ranges

This is a limiting factor: Dose is likely below clinically useful levels.

Clinical dosing guidance

Based on established dosing ranges used in clinical practice.

Min effective: 1000 mgOptimal: 2000 mgUpper: 4000 mgGrade: B

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

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

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

Adequate, but not a key strength: Clinical dosing guidance is limited for this ingredient.

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

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.

Evidence inferred from established knowledge, not directly linked studies

Adequate, but not a key strength: Clinical dosing guidance is limited for this ingredient.

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

Berberine with Ceylon Cinnamon, Turmeric, Milk Thistle, Artichoke, Black Pepper - 150 Count - Pack of 1

Berberine with Ceylon Cinnamon, Turmeric, Milk Thistle, Artichoke, Black Pepper - 150 Count - Pack of 1

Warnings & notes

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

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Berberine dose looks below clinically effective levels

Declared amount falls below ranges used in human trials.

Warning
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Ceylon Cinnamon dose looks below clinically effective levels

Declared amount falls below ranges used in human trials.

Warning

Formula design looks less coherent than stronger alternatives

The formulation appears less focused than better-built options.

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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