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    I'm done with the meds.

    Thank you. I don't, avoid them altogether but I've cut out the main culprits of my previous diet. Doctors here in Quebec say to max out at 75g of carbs per meal, 20g per snack and avoid the three P's : Pasta, potatoes and bread (pain in french). I barely had any pasta or potatoes of any form...
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    I'm done with the meds.

    It's been a tough journey but after being diagnosed back in late January, 8 months later, my doctor removed me from my medication. Lost 70 lbs (31.75 kg) and followed a low carb diet with less than 100 g per day. Also added a simple 30 min walk after supper everyday. I started off with 2x 500...
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    Type 2 Doctor wants to stop medication soon

    Thanks for all the nice comments and replies. I am psyched that after less than a year, I might get off the meds. I'm proud of that all the sacrifices and efforts I've made are paying off. I often said, before being diagnosed, that I had to change my lifestyle as I was eating myself to death...
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    Type 2 Doctor wants to stop medication soon

    Hi Everyone, So was diagnosed back in January with my first HbA1c test at 10.9. Doctors put me on metformin 250 mg twice daily. I had some decent results but a month later, was increased to 500mg. Since I do not have a physician, I have to be followed at a clinic and that new doctor switch my...
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    Introduce Yourself: Answer Some Personal Questions

    - What is your name? Patrick - How old are you? 44 - Are you male or female? male - Which country are you from? Canada - Which city/area do you live in? Montreal - Are you religious? Oh! God no - Pick three words to describe your personality: shy, geek, selfless - Do you have any pets? yes, 2...