{"product_id":"swanson-premium-berberine-plus-bitter-melon-milk-thistle-60-caps","title":"Berberine Plus with Bitter Melon \u0026 Milk Thistle - 3-in-1 Formula","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere 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 \u0026amp; Milk Thistle has been expertly formulated to address these critical areas of wellness with a plant-based trio of herbal extracts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBerberine 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 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.swansonvitamins.com\/blog\/articles\/benefits-of-berberine.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ebenefits observed with berberine\u003c\/a\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBitter melon, also known as \u003cem\u003eMomordica\u003c\/em\u003e, 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 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.swansonvitamins.com\/blog\/blog-categories\/blood-sugar-support.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehealthy blood sugar\u003c\/a\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTraditionally 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 \u0026amp; 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLearn more from our experts on the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.swansonvitamins.com\/blog\/blog-categories\/heart-health.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ebest ways to care for your heart\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Swanson Vitamins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46319069134986,"sku":"SW1875","price":9.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/8139\/0474\/files\/33ba7968-9d5b-465e-905b-ef4340eeb7cd_large_17f41fa1-3dcb-4c6d-97fd-a32155217162.jpg?v=1768448477","url":"https:\/\/www.swansonvitamins.com\/products\/swanson-premium-berberine-plus-bitter-melon-milk-thistle-60-caps","provider":"Swanson Vitamins","version":"1.0","type":"link"}