Also known as:

Barberry

Uses:

• Gallstones
• Digestive tonic

Description:

Berberis is a perennial shrub, native to Europe. The leaves and berries are used medicinally.

What does it do?:

Berberis contains the alkaloid berberine, which stimulates the secretion of bile and bilirubin, supporting its use for gallstones and sluggish digestive problems. As a bitter herb, it stimulates the digestive process in a positive way.

Other information:

It should not be taken alongside other medication for gallstones, or by those with liver problems, kidney disease and inflammatory diseases of the gastrointestinal tract without consulting the Doctor concerned.