- Messages
- 535
- Type of diabetes
- Type 2
- Treatment type
- Diet only
I was diagnosed Type 2 at the beginning of the year with an HbA1C of 97. I discussed this with my GP and we agreed that I should try to get the reading down with diet and exercise before considering medication.
Since January I have followed a lchf diet, upped my exercise and also bought a meter and test regularly.
I had another HbA1C test and got the results this week. The level is now 49. I've also lost 10kgs. The DSN was very pleased and felt i was making real progress. However, she felt that i should start taking Metformin as it will help my pancreas to make the best use of insulin, and it should therefore help md achieve lower levels.
I am reluctant to take medication if i can avoid doing so. We agreed that I will have a think about it and go back and get a prescription if I decide to start taking it.
Has anyone else been in this position? Will Metformin support what I'm doing or is it pointless?
Since January I have followed a lchf diet, upped my exercise and also bought a meter and test regularly.
I had another HbA1C test and got the results this week. The level is now 49. I've also lost 10kgs. The DSN was very pleased and felt i was making real progress. However, she felt that i should start taking Metformin as it will help my pancreas to make the best use of insulin, and it should therefore help md achieve lower levels.
I am reluctant to take medication if i can avoid doing so. We agreed that I will have a think about it and go back and get a prescription if I decide to start taking it.
Has anyone else been in this position? Will Metformin support what I'm doing or is it pointless?