Sports Research Berberine With Coconut Oil, 500 mg supplement bottle
Sports Research

Berberine With Coconut Oil, 500 mg Review

What We Researched
3 active ingredients analyzed · 6 inactive ingredients decoded · 11 brand certifications checked · Page generated: Sep 2026
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Product Score Fair
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Brand Score Excellent

Two independent scores — the product and the brand behind it, never blended into one number. See our methodology.

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Berberine (as Berberine HCL) (bark) (Berberis aristata) 500 mg †
Bioavailability Fair

Absorption Rating

  • Berberine (as Berberine HCL) (bark) (Berberis aristata) Fair
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Coconut Oil
  • Gelatin
  • Vegetable Glycerin
  • Sunflower Lecithin
  • Beeswax
  • Purified Water
Efficacy Very Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Berberine (as Berberine HCL) (bark) (Berberis aristata) 500 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Calories 5
Total Fat 0.5 g
Berberine (as Berberine HCL) (bark) (Berberis aristata) 500 mg †

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Coconut Oil Safe

Helps dissolve and absorb fat-soluble vitamins.

Gelatin Safe

Forms the capsule shell that holds the supplement contents.

Vegetable Glycerin Safe

Helps form softgel capsule shells and acts as a humectant.

Sunflower Lecithin Safe

Helps mix oil and water-based ingredients. Allergen-free alternative to soy lecithin.

Beeswax Safe

Used as a coating and to help form softgel capsules.

Purified Water Safe

Dissolves and carries water-soluble ingredients.

Brand Trust Report
Sports Research

Founded 1980 · San Pedro, California, United States · 135 products · sportsresearch.com/

Certifications

11 certifications
Consumerlab Source available Primary evidence
Informed Sport Source available Primary evidence
Non Gmo Project Source available Primary evidence
Nsf Certified For Sport Source available Primary evidence
Gluten Free Gfco Source available Primary evidence
Usda Organic Source available Primary evidence
NSF Certified for Sport Supporting evidence unavailable
NSF Contents Certified Supporting evidence unavailable
Informed Choice Supporting evidence unavailable
IGEN Non-GMO Tested Supporting evidence unavailable
Vegan Action Certified Supporting evidence unavailable

Transparency

5 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Evidence available Evidence
Coa Availability — Claimed Brand claim; evidence unavailable
Testing Lab Disclosure — True Brand claim; evidence unavailable
Contains Proprietary Blend — True Brand claim; evidence unavailable

Violation History

4 incidents
Prop 65 Lead2024-11-15 Source available Primary source
Lawsuit False and misleading claims of "weight management" and "appetite suppression" on Garcinia Cambogia product.2024 Source available Primary source
Prop 65 Lead2021-10-25 Source available Primary source
Lawsuit False and misleading claims on the labeling of Premium MCT Oil and Turmeric Curcumin C3 Complex products.2020 Source available Primary source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sports Research Berberine With Coconut Oil, 500 mg a good supplement?

Sports Research Berberine With Coconut Oil, 500 mg received a product quality score of 62/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 3 active ingredients with 90 servings per container. All 6 inactive ingredients (fillers, binders, capsule materials) are rated safe — a clean formulation with no flagged additives. The manufacturer, Sports Research, holds a brand trust score of 100/100.

What are the ingredients in Sports Research Berberine With Coconut Oil, 500 mg?

Sports Research Berberine With Coconut Oil, 500 mg contains 3 active ingredients: Calories (5), Total Fat (0.5 g), Berberine (as Berberine HCL) (bark) (Berberis aristata) (500 mg). Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Sports Research Berberine With Coconut Oil, 500 mg safe to take?

GoodSupp reviewed the inactive-ingredient data available for Sports Research Berberine With Coconut Oil, 500 mg. All 6 inactive ingredients — including capsule materials, fillers, and binders — are currently classified as safe in GoodSupp's ingredient reference data. This label analysis cannot determine whether the product is safe for a particular person, and source labels may change. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

Is Sports Research a trustworthy supplement brand?

Sports Research receives a brand trust score of 100/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1980 and headquartered in San Pedro, California, United States, the company offers 135 products in their lineup. Note: Sports Research has 4 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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