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QUICK SUMMARY<\/strong><\/p>\n

Metabolic Balance is a complementary feed for dogs and cats with 375 mg berberine?<\/span><\/span><\/span> and 125 mg NAC?<\/span><\/span><\/span> per capsule. Metabolic Balance is formulated for normal metabolism. Use it in consultation with your vet. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

What’s in this supplement?<\/h2>\n

Each 500 mg capsule contains 375 mg berberine and 125 mg N-acetylcysteine (NAC). The capsule shell is made of HPMC and is therefore plant-based. The berberine has a liposomal component and a non-liposomal component, making it effective both inside and outside the intestines. <\/p>\n

What does Metabolic Balance do?<\/h2>\n

Metabolic Balance is formulated for normal metabolism. It combines berberine with NAC, and should be used in consultation with your vet. <\/p>\n

The biochemistry per ingredient<\/h2>\n

Berberine<\/h3>\n

Berberine is a yellow plant substance from the alkaloid?<\/span><\/span><\/span> group. It is found in the barberry bush and yellow root, among others. Only a limited amount is absorbed in the gut, and the liver and gut bacteria convert it significantly. <\/p>\n

Research with cells and lab animals looks at the relationship with AMPK?<\/span><\/span><\/span>. This is an enzyme?<\/span><\/span><\/span> that acts as the cell’s energy sensor. Berberine can also affect the breakdown of certain medications. <\/p>\n

NAC<\/h3>\n

NAC stands for N-acetylcysteine and is a source of cysteine, a building block of glutathione?<\/span><\/span><\/span>. The free sulfur group can break sulfur bridges in proteins.<\/p>\n

How strong is this evidence?<\/strong> Research on berberine comes from cell and animal trials and human studies. Less research has been conducted on dogs and cats. <\/p>\n

Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n
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Why in consultation with the vet?<\/h3>\n

Berberine can affect the breakdown of certain medications and is not suitable for every animal.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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When should I not give Metabolic Balance?<\/h3>\n

Do not give during pregnancy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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What are the possible side effects?<\/h3>\n

In high amounts, NAC and berberine can cause nausea, vomiting, and altered stools.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Why NGD Care Metabolic Balance?<\/h2>\n
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Feature<\/th>\nNGD Care<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Form of administration<\/td>\nA capsule that you can give whole or open and mix with food.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Human grade<\/td>\nWe use human-grade ingredients.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Clean and green label<\/td>\nThe capsule is free from synthetic additives.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Individual guidance<\/td>\nWould you like personal advice for your animal? This is possible via a consultation with Stefan Veenstra<\/a>. <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n
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Works well with<\/p>\n

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L-Glutamine<\/a><\/p>\n

L-glutamine?<\/span><\/span><\/span> is a fuel for the cells of the intestinal wall.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Liposomal Glutathione<\/a><\/p>\n

NAC is a source of cysteine. Liposomal Glutathione contains the tripeptide itself. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Prebiotic Fibers<\/a><\/p>\n

Prebiotic fibers serve as food for intestinal bacteria.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Part of a protocol<\/p>\n

Metabolic Balance is part of the Metabolic Balance Protocol. A protocol is a schedule in which multiple supplements are given in a fixed order. This protocol is intended for use in consultation with your vet. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

View the protocol<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Scientific literature<\/h2>\n