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A-F grade per outcome, combining overall evidence with goal-specific relevance. A = strong evidence; F = insufficient. Hover a badge for details.
Direct side-by-side from the meta-analysis. Each row is an outcome where ≥2 of your selected supplements have pooled data. Best effect per row highlighted.
| Outcome | Alpha Lipoic Acid | Berberine |
|---|---|---|
| Reduce inflammation — Crp − better · mg/L | −0.4 weak · CI ∋ 0 | −1.0best weak |
| Manage blood sugar — Hba1c − better · % HbA1c | −0.7 weak · CI ∋ 0 | −0.7best moderate |
| Support heart health — Ldl Cholesterol − better · mg/dL | −8.8 weak | −17.9best weak |
600mg
Between meals
R-Alpha Lipoic Acid (R-ALA) — the natural form
1200mg
With meals · with food
Berberine HCl capsules
4-12 weeks
4-8 weeks
2-4 weeks
4-12 weeks
8-12 weeks
First 2 weeks
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