Can You Take Barberry and Chromium Together?

Dose or timing may matter

The short answer

Barberry may lower blood sugar levels. Combining with chromium (which also enhances insulin sensitivity) may cause additive hypoglycemic effects.

How to arrange timing

Monitor blood sugar levels closely when combining Barberry with chromium supplements.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database; Examine.com

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.