My fasting BS is now pretty stable around 5.3. I am on low carb which is now becoming easier. My question is to what extent does Metformin play a part in the reduction of my BS, the reason I'm asking is the nurse on the telephone said the Metformin are really working?
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sally and james
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You can read all you need to know (and probably quite a bit more) here, http://www.phlaunt.com/diabetes/14045911.php
Do explore the site generally, it's a very good source of information.
Sally
Do explore the site generally, it's a very good source of information.
Sally
Daibell
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I'm afraid the NHS thinks that tablets work better than they often actually do. Metformin never reduces bs by much. A low-carb diet has a much greater effect as you have found but many DNs and GPs won't believe it due to their limited training.
