Can You Take Berberine and Holy Basil Together?

Dose or timing may matter

The short answer

Both Berberine and Holy Basil (Tulsi) lower blood sugar. Holy Basil has demonstrated hypoglycemic effects in clinical studies. Combined use may be additive.

How to arrange timing

Monitor blood sugar when combining these supplements.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Metabolism 2008; Journal of Clinical Pharmacy and Therapeutics 2014

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.