Flyingconker
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- Tablets (oral)
hello as I am new to the forum. I have just been diagnosed with type 2
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Resurgam
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Welcome to the forum.
If you are taking Metformin it would be wise to make no appointments until you have discovered how you react to it. Some people have no problem, some develop excess gas, but some can suffer explosive incontinence. The warning in the leaflet was a masterpiece of understatement for me.
Fortunately I am equally sensitive to a low carb diet so after binning the tablets I was in normal numbers at the 6 month test of HbA1c.
Keto/Low Carb is the way to go. Its not a "diet" it's a lifestyle change. It takes work to start with, just like any new learning. There's tonnes of guidance/support if you look for it.
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Hello and welcome. All of us have been through this, so you're not alone. Have a good read round on the forum, and ask as many questions as you like.
If you're looking to make changes to your lifestyle, you'll find plenty of examples, tips, and support. There's no single right way to do this - there's just the way that works for you. I found reducing carbs to 20g a day worked for me in terms of blood sugar reduction, and to be sustainable: but that might not be suitable for everyone.
Best of luck.
If you're looking to make changes to your lifestyle, you'll find plenty of examples, tips, and support. There's no single right way to do this - there's just the way that works for you. I found reducing carbs to 20g a day worked for me in terms of blood sugar reduction, and to be sustainable: but that might not be suitable for everyone.
Best of luck.
Hey @Flyingconker, welcome to the forum. How are you feeling about the diagnosis?
This forum is full of amazing people by the way. They've helped me more than I can put into words, so don't be worried to ask questions or share your worries. There's generally always someone who can help here.
JoKalsbeek
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Hi @Flyingconker ,
Welcome to the sweetest place on the internet.
Is there anything in particular we can do for you? Any questions you may have, throw them out there, there's always someone around with an answer. Or two. 
Again, welcome!
Jo
