New Delhi, June 2 -- Berberine is a naturally occurring compound that is often consumed as a supplement to lower blood sugar levels and support gut health. The weight loss benefits of berberine have led netizens to dub it as "nature's Ozempic". But is it really a natural alternative to Ozempic?

Ozempic is a brand name for Semaglutide, a medication for type 2 diabetes and weight management. Ozempic is trending worldwide as experts and people have been talking about its weight loss wonders.

What is berberine?

It is a naturally occurring component extracted from the roots and bark of various plants, most notably those belonging to the Berberis genus like barberry and Berberis vulgaris. "In Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda, these ...