Analysing your goal
33%
of supplements have strong clinical evidence
33%
of supplements have strong clinical evidence
Reviewing evidence and comparing prices across Australian retailersβ¦
Start with the top pick, then add the supporting recommendations if they fit your budget and routine. 3 with strong evidence, 1 moderate.
Berberine is the strongest evidence-backed supplement for weight loss available in Australia.
4 supplementsΒ· cheapest tracked option per supplement
Start with 500mg once daily for the first week to let your gut adjust, then increase to 500mg with each main meal (1000β1500mg total daily, split across 2β3 meals). Take with food to maximise absorption and minimise digestive side effects like diarrhoea or cramping.
$0.42
/serve
Take 1g (1000mg) with a large glass of water (at least 250ml) 30β60 minutes before each main meal. You can take up to 3β4g daily split across meals. This is non-negotiable: glucomannan MUST be taken with adequate water or it can cause oesophageal obstruction.
$0.08
/serve
Take 500β1000mg daily with breakfast or before exercise. Look for products standardised to 50%+ EGCG (the active compound). Take with food to reduce nausea. Avoid evening doses because of the caffeine content β it can interfere with sleep.
$0.07
/serve
Take 200β1000mcg daily with meals. Chromium picolinate is the best-studied form. You can take it once daily or split across meals. The 1000mcg dose showed the strongest results in trials, but stay within tolerable upper intake levels.
$0.02
/serve
Also recommended
When to take each supplement for best results
Green Tea Extract
with breakfast or before exercise
Berberine
500mg with each main meal (2-3 times daily)
Glucomannan
1g (1000mg) with a large glass of water 30-60 minutes before each main meal
This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting any supplement regimen, especially if you have diabetes, take blood-sugar medications, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Chromium Picolinate
with meals