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<blockquote data-quote="TooManyCrisps" data-source="post: 1119789" data-attributes="member: 244689"><p>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. </p><p></p><p>Since January I have followed a lchf diet, upped my exercise and also bought a meter and test regularly. </p><p></p><p>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. </p><p></p><p>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. </p><p></p><p>Has anyone else been in this position? Will Metformin support what I'm doing or is it pointless?</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="TooManyCrisps, post: 1119789, member: 244689"] 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? [/QUOTE]
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