A dietary supplement called berberine is gaining momentum on social media for its weight loss effects,even being referred to by some as “nature’s Ozempic,” in reference to the popular drug that can helppeople shed pounds. 
​Users say berberine, which is found in a number of plants, including barberry plants, helps curb appetiteand improve blood sugar levels, resulting in weight loss.  Google searches for “berberine” began toincrease at the end of March before they spiked in late May.