This formula is rich in fiber, which will help you stay fuller longer. It helps to maintain blood sugar levels and move bile through your liver. Oregon grape root is a lymphatic cleansing herb. It stimulates bile flow and is used to help the liver. It helps boost metabolism, and lower triglycerides. Berberine is one of the primary active compounds in Oregon Grape Root. Berberine has been studied for its use for weight loss and insulin resistance. Bitter Melon: Bitter melon has been used in Ayurvedic medicine to treat type 2 diabetes. it protects the pancreas, improves insulin resistance, and lowers blood lipids. Bitter melon may be helpful for parasites, intestinal worms, and stomach pain or colic. Warnings: Do not take if you have low body weight. Do not take if you are taking diabetes medications. This works best for individuals with insulin resistance. One jar has 20 days of capsules, if taking the recommended dosage. Made in small batches in our Apothecary, following all GMP guidelines and state regulations. Why does the capsule cost more? The capsule contains more herbs than the tincture, because the liver metabolizes the compounds before they reach systemic circulation, the bioavailability is lower than a tincture. So to make sure it has similar effects, it is formulated to contain 40% more herbs to make up for the loss during first-pass metabolism. Pairing this capsule with healthy fats will help absorption.