Can You Take American Ginseng and Berberine Together?

Dose or timing may matter

The short answer

Both Berberine and American Ginseng lower postprandial blood sugar. American Ginseng has been shown to reduce post-meal glucose by up to 20% in clinical trials.

How to arrange timing

Monitor blood sugar when combining these supplements, especially around meals.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Metabolism 2008; Archives of Internal Medicine 2000

Important context

Whether supplements suit you together also depends on dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.