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Metformin as a non-diabetic.

I am 31 a non-diabetic and began taking 500mg SR Metformin for longevity purposes 6 days ago after hearing Dr. David Sinclair talk about it's...

Thread by: dopester198, Mar 25, 2019, 11 replies, in forum: Diabetes Medication and Drugs
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Metformin vs Insulin?

Has anyone tried either Metformin or Insulin in isolation and can explain the side effects and how it is to come off them? I suspect I may be...

Thread by: Cocosilk, Mar 12, 2019, 8 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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Metformin - Benefits of low dose compared to stopping

This is my first post so please bear with me if I am not posting the right place. T2 diabetic since 2002 - now 17 years - When Diagnosed I aimed...

Thread by: FSnow, Feb 12, 2019, 19 replies, in forum: Greetings and Introductions
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Hello all Newly diagnosed.

Warm greetings to all. I have recently been diagnosed with Type 2 on the back of soaring cholesterol, blood pressure and blood sugar readings. I...

Thread by: ChrisSkin, Dec 5, 2018, 10 replies, in forum: Greetings and Introductions
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Metformin and B12 deficiency

I have just been diagnosed with vitamin B12 deficiency and having a nose online I note it can be an effect of Metformin use, and getting older...

Thread by: Davie boy, Nov 14, 2018, 26 replies, in forum: Type 2 Diabetes
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Am I type 1 or type 2?!

Hi, I was hoping someone could offer any insight into what type of diabetic they think I may be... I was diagnosed as a type 1 almost 3 years...

Thread by: Jamie1991Stables, Oct 10, 2018, 1 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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Newly T2 Diagnosed

Hi - diagnosed 2 weeks ago T2 put on metformin and told to gradually increase dose. I do need to lose weight and it does seem the metformin is...

Thread by: RakkiD, Aug 20, 2018, 7 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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Sulfonylureas: Just Stop

From Medscape Monday, August 13, 2018: Sulfonylureas: Just Stop Charles P. Vega, MD according to a new study of 77,000 patients in the UK...

Thread by: Alexandra100, Aug 13, 2018, 1 replies, in forum: Diabetes Medication and Drugs
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Dawn Phenomenon: What Really Works

I'm entering two years anniversary since I was diagnosed with T2 diabetes and still struggling with the morning readings. At the time of writing...

Thread by: vxtin, Aug 10, 2018, 15 replies, in forum: Type 2 Diabetes
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Type 2 Low Carb And Metformin Tolerance

Does anybody know if there is a strong correlation between the amount of carbohydrate you eat, and the body's tolerance to Metformin Slow-Release?...

Thread by: tinyjellybaby, Jul 31, 2018, 11 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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Metformin Good But Bad Side Effects So Trying Berberine

I'm a T1 diabetic (for 30 years) on insulin pump with CGM so have a real time view of what my blood sugars are doing. I have been on a low carb...

Thread by: ThePenguinPimp, Jul 27, 2018, 12 replies, in forum: Alternative Treatments
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How Does Everyone Count Carbs When Its Not Pre-packaged?

SUMMARY: T1 for 30 years with insulin resistance. Recently started on metformin. Low carb the only carbs coming from veg (very rarely including...

Thread by: ThePenguinPimp, Jul 15, 2018, 4 replies, in forum: Blood Glucose Monitoring
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Type 2 Newly Diagnosed - Very Concerned Very Perplexed!

About two weeks ago I went to the doctor's because my feet and legs were very swollen. I do not have a thyroid and was taking 150 mcg...

Thread by: jml2409, Jul 8, 2018, 6 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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Pre-diabetes Or Was T2 And Now Ir?

Bit of context ......this all started in March 18 when I had my blood work done for a thyroid operation. Just before the operation the...

Thread by: Ellbee, Jun 29, 2018, 11 replies, in forum: Prediabetes
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Type 2 Metformin And Lansoprazole

Hi. Quick question - just been told that I'm starting off on Metformin as my blood sugar increased somewhat at the last blood test. I have to...

Thread by: hellofrompaul, Jun 25, 2018, 3 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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Starting Again. On Meds But No Testing?

Hi, I joined this site years ago when I was diagnosed and did ok for a while, then life got a little stressful ( a lot stressful ) and I fell off...

Thread by: Kuromi2, Jun 24, 2018, 17 replies, in forum: Newly Diagnosed
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Can I return to Metformin?

Hi all I'm new to the forum and need advice please. I was diagnosed with diabetes mielitis after being diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis, I was...

Thread by: Kyte53, Jun 4, 2018, 4 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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Newbie hello

Hi..I'm new... I've had coeliac disease for over 15 years and was told I had a high cholesterol 4 years ago - on and off statins.. 2 years ago I...

Thread by: Ellenw, May 9, 2018, 22 replies, in forum: Greetings and Introductions
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One Year On

:singing: Happy Diaday to me! :singing: :singing: Happy Diaday to me! :singing: :singing: Happy Diaday dear Rachoooooooox! :singing: :singing:...

Thread by: Rachox, May 9, 2018, 55 replies, in forum: Success Stories and Testimonials
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Confused about sugar desire and BG levels

It's been a while , but since my terrifying waking glucose of 33.1 - I've been a (relatively) good girl - taking my tablets as advised; I have the...

Thread by: silky1, May 5, 2018, 13 replies, in forum: Type 2 Diabetes

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