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Yes, I was borderline 1st test 48, then redid tests month later, this was 49. . Now on Metformin daily, but hope to turn this arounfd in months ahead. Have reduced sugars, egcakes, biscs, and now looking at carbs.... that was a shock when i realised how much foods are affected.. Just have to...

Hi. Welcome.. Yes, I've had the same issues since starting my meds. I wasn't made aware of sideffects, but have had these confirmed by Gp since i queried them. Mine have improved over last week, after 3 1/2 weeks on them. I was also told if you've reduced your sugar, carb intake, its also due...

I'm new T2D and am using CarbManger and would say its easy to add your favourites into your own listings. Plus advanced settings also help to change content, and qty... I've paid for a yrs subs as discounted, Thinks its a great guide to help reduce carbs and think about what foods to eat.. I...

Hi I'm Metformin 500g x1 daily... Am testing daily before , after meals.. Pre Lunch was 7.6, and see what rate it is in 1.1/2 hrs.. Was 5.6.. then 6.4 pre Tea, 6.2 after tea. Seem to be within 5- 8... on worst days..

Hi. Today feeling light headed, slight headache during morning.. BG was 6.7 after breakfast. Just tested BG 5.0, is this too low?. Dinners an hour away... Is this the medication, been on 2 weeks now, so unsure whats right or wrong.. Checked BP 134/76 is good for me.. Also , whats best...

Thanks @WaveyDavey123, I've been very inspired by what I've read and how things work. I'm very optimistic now, despite serious side effects from Metformin meds.. Hoping diet changes and exercise works. Walked 2.5 miles Thursday and felt great... Then felt tired, and bad day today- side...

Hi everyone. Can anyone advise if they've had these side effects with taking Metformin meds?... Heavy chested, pains, tightness, episodes of feeling feint, dizzy occasionally, which are intermittent since 10am today... ( couple hrs after taking meds).. . As this has increased every day, to...

Hi everyone. I've just been diagnosed TII, with 48, 49 on 2nd blood test. They've put me straight on Metformin tabs. With very basic advise of reduce certain foods, carbs. I have now stopped all my choc, cakes, ice cream..., yes I've a very sweet tooth... Now I'm trying to get my head around...

Thanks Ian, I'll do that. Will look up models you've mentioned. Many thanks.

That's great news. I've just been diagnosed TII, with 48, 49 on 2nd blood test. They've put me straight on Metformin tabs. Have dropped all choc, cakes, ice cream..., Yes I've a very sweet tooth... Now I'm trying to get my head around all the can doe's and don'ts... Have found these forums...

My healthcare adviser said grapes are ok but in moderation. Sugars are natural and better than Added sugars. But not in large no's, Qty only what fits in your hand...