Do I know my GFR? No. This setting was nice, too.Love the stone work. I can imagine how cold the outside setting was. Loved the blooper at 5.56. I sometimes stumble over 'subscribe' too. Great video, as usual, Doc. Very informative!!!
When I reversed my diabetes with a whole food plant based lifestyle and my A1C was 5.3, my doctor insisted it was the medicine that did it and refused to let me drop it. So I dropped her instead! 10 years later and I'm healthier than ever.
I am happy for you and your success. Its strange though, vegetables have way more sugar than meat and most vegetarians intake more carbs and calories than a person on a tradition, moderate diet. I banter with overweight vegetarian friends when they tell me how healthy they are how and how miserable I must feel for consuming meat. Be well.
@@spearonehard Yeah but the fiber in plants binds the carbs and releases them slowly, it is depleted, processed carbs that are a problem. Besides, high sugar is just a symptom of diabetes, treating symptoms and restricting carbs is the equivalent of not throwing gas on a fire... you keep it low but you need to treat the cause to put the "fire" out... intramyocellular lipids! nutritionfacts.org/2016/11/17/fat-is-the-cause-of-type-2-diabetes/ They've known about this since the 1940's, why are so many doctors still clueless???
Nerves problem, poor circulation in lower legs and feet, vitamin B12 these are the side effects I have experienced . Nerves problem affected mind and body coordination. Sometimes I wonder why our GPS are too shy to send us for a proper check up at regular intervals and reluctant to prescribe Vitamin B12 injections ?
Dear Char Covelesky,kindly tell me how did you succeed in reversing your diabetes withwhole food and plant-based life style.I want to follow your diet plan.
In April 2021 I started a keto diet. I was 68, weighed 15 stone, my blood sugar was 9.6 and my cholesterol was high. I was on metformin. For 8 months I followed the diet. Two weeks into the diet I began experiencing bladder problems. For 18 months I had sometimes unbearable pain and could not leave the house. My GP gave me antibiotics that had no effect at all. Over that period I had ten lots of antibiotics that had no effect. I stayed on the diet for 8 months. I lost two stone in weight, my blood sugars came down to one point above normal and astonishingly my cholesterol came down to normal which, as the diet includes eating fatty meat, cooking in butter, not eating anything that is low fat or fat free, turned on its head all that I had been taught about healthy eating. Still the bladder symptoms continued until I decided to stop taking the metformin for two days. By the end of the second day all the bladder problems had disappeared and my GP agreed to take me off it. I have been off the diet for two years. I am still losing weight and my cholesterol has come down further.
I had gallbladder removed and come to find out it was Metformin.. also made tired and little energy. Thinking it was age related and might have not retired when I did … I struggled driving to work ( half hour drive ) because falling asleep while diving.. very lucky I didn’t have an accident
Wish someone would have told me this sooner. Was diagnosed with diabetes three months ago and recently started Metformin. Having cold hands lately and am worried it is Metformin related. Going to tell me doctor tomorrow, hands are back to being fine today, so it's odd.
Eat smart and less portions, eat twice a day only also drink water…… forget fast food, if you care about your eye’s drink H2O…………….. DIABETIC meds will hurt you badly, i have never taken any………. My weight is down, keep your body weight down……… Go to google ‘’images’’ type in diabetes sores and wounds’’ that should convince anybody.
Hi...I commented on a previous video regarding the acoustics of your mic. Obviously that was my first of your videos and hadn't realized you are in different acoustic settings. Like this video is perfect! Thanks
I just threw it away...again. Too many years of suffering Acid reflux...and recently too many things... kidney... arthritis ... gout... bladder. May Jesus help me
@@juliettst5203I have heartburn everyday irrespective of what I eat. I am from a culture where spicy food is the order of the day. (Cape Malay from Cape Town). It never even occurred to me the Metformin might be the link. If my memory serves me right, it got worse after going on Metformin. I had a problem for years but it was as a result of certain foods. These days it comes with anything I eat or drink.
45 years here, I am now almost 81 and metformin (2000mgs daily) might even be providing that life span increase it is being tested for.......I intend to keep taking it.....
@@bo6824 This may be a long story. I had a Covid test on 1/1..was negative. Had a procedure done 1/4. I have several medical issues..so procedure was done at hospital. 5 days later I began to get sick (have COPD) so I thought it was the beginning of a flare and started to take my backup antibiotic and Prednisone. I got somewhat better but not 💯 percent. I continued to have a headache and low grade fever,so my pulmonary doctor said go to the ER and have a Covid test. I had that done along with several other lab tests and it revealed that my BNP was highly elevated along with a d-dimer test and very elevated lactic acid which would be fatal if not treated soon. I had no idea that these were in the critical range. My take on this... I had Covid and caught it while I was at the hosp. Having a procedure. I did stop my metformin which can cause an elevated lactic acid..but so can Covid and the anesthetic I had along with some of the ingredients in the prep.What I was feeling was different from a COPD flare up. The hospital said I had a flare up...but I disagree
I had a afib stroke in July 2020, and the cardiologist put a pacemaker implanted permanently for monitoring the afib and see if the Eliqusis is helping, I’m taking Eliqusis twice per day, Bystolic in the am, Jamumet at the dinner time,Lipitor at bedtime, the cardiologist might put me back on digoxin as well as vitamins C,D3,K2,CoQ10 in the am, Omega 3-6-9, fish oil, and I also take moringa oil,capsules 7ral times per day, helps with the bowels,maybe kidney function
I had Metaformin for two years ,but I had stomach issues I got tired of it I threw it away and started taking 100% olive oil. I am also taking ASTAXANTHIN daily.
Metformin is still recommended a first choice drug as long as there are no contraindications or as indicated in this video in those scenarios where the drug should be stopped.Other choices to consider depending on your co-morbidities and medical history are: 1) GLP1 agonists: Trulicity( dulaglutide),Byetta( Exenatide),Victoza ( Liraglutide) 2) SGLT2 inhibitors like canagliflozin 3) DPP4 inhibitors like Sitagliptin or Linagliptin.Most important, are lifestyle changes and exercise.
That's the right way to go.Congratulations.Diet and lifestyle choices are what help keep you blood sugars well controlled.Obviously, exercise and good sleep, that goes without saying.
I took Metformin for about 6 years. I became weak as far as my muscles are concerned. I realized this when my balance and my strength grew weaker. I am a motorcycle rider and my bike felt to heavy for me all of a sudden. I never dropped my bike but I layed it down 3 times. No damage done because I layed it down and refused to drop it. Now I hear that metformin caused this. My Suger count is fine . My question is will my strength ever come back? If it doesn't , I am about to sue the industry for what it has done to me. I stopped taking metformin 6 yrs ago and I'm still having strength problems. I really need to know if I will gain my strength back. This has caused me to stop many things I loved to do. I need some replys.
Try looking into healing your mitochondria (power house of our cells). I see a metformin like training wheels in a bicycle, used for a short time to help the rider learn to balance themselves. Then taken off when the rider masters balance. Also try wholistic nutritionists, every body has diff ancestry that had its own cuisines. Like Eskimo ate only meats and fats with omega 3. Organ meats have all the vitamins + minerals their body survived on. There really is No standard healthy diet. Just when you can, get organic and non-gmo, in whatever your eat. Which eliminates all processed foods.
@@jeanne2b2b22 Thank you Jeanne. I'll look into what you wrote in your comment. I always get exercise and always lifted light weights for my strength to handle my motorcycle for which I have been riding for many decades. I noticed my muscles not feeling a little pumped up after I lightly lift weights. My nurse had mentioned that I have what's called Muscle Enzyme. I said what? Then I found why using metformin. Geez, I had no idea. Well, that threw me for a loop. I will take your advice and hope for the best. Thank you sweetheart.
Sir would you please elaborate when should a diabetic start taking insulin?kindly tell me.i ll be waiting for your kind reply.im from pakistan.i thank u.
Metformin is still recommended a first choice drug as long as there are no contraindications or as indicated in this video in those scenarios where the drug should be stopped.Other choices to consider depending on your co-morbidities and medical history are: 1) GLP1 agonists: Trulicity( dulaglutide),Byetta( Exenatide),Victoza ( Liraglutide) 2) SGLT2 inhibitors like canagliflozin 3) DPP4 inhibitors like Sitagliptin or Linagliptin.
Metformin is still recommended a first choice drug as long as there are no contraindications or as indicated in this video in those scenarios where the drug should be stopped. Other choices to consider depending on your co-morbidities and medical history are: 1) GLP1 agonists: Trulicity( dulaglutide),Byetta( Exenatide),Victoza ( Liraglutide) 2) SGLT2 inhibitors like canagliflozin 3) DPP4 inhibitors like Sitagliptin or Linagliptin. Most important, are lifestyle changes and exercise.
My previous blood sugar level is at 285 last two weeks, and now is down at 166. Will I stop taking my metformin? Will go back to my doctor on first week next month for my check up.
I am on metforman but I don’t have any of the health issues you listed I have asked my pharmacist and my doctor whether I should be taking this because I understood it to be recalled have you heard that it has been recalled?
Metformin is still recommended a first choice drug as long as there are no contraindications or as indicated in this video in those scenarios where the drug should be stopped.Other choices to consider depending on your co-morbidities and medical history are: 1) GLP1 agonists: Trulicity( dulaglutide),Byetta( Exenatide),Victoza ( Liraglutide) 2) SGLT2 inhibitors like canagliflozin 3) DPP4 inhibitors like Sitagliptin or Linagliptin.Most important, are lifestyle changes and exercise.
I have tried Metformin twice when doctors prescribed it and both times I was convinced I was going to die. It felt as if the chest was about to explode.
After ending up being admitted or one day and discovering I was diabetic the emergency doctor put me on 500 mg of Metformin when I went to see my primary doctor he told me to take 2000 a day. I wasn’t over weight. When I went in the emergency my sugar was 199 after 7 months of discovering I was a diabetic through changing my diet, fasting, and exercising. I am now running 3 miles a day, my sugar readings are between 90 and 120 feel like I have more energy. My last check up my doctor said what ever I am doing continue to do it. My A1c dropped from 7.2. To 6.1. Without Metformin go figure so much conflicting information one doctor says to take Only 500 mg then my primary tells me to take 2000 mg. Goodby Metformin.
Thanks for your analysis about metformin. 🙏🙏🙏 I am diabitic since 20 years. Iam taking diapride M-1;500 mg tablets 1-0-1 daily my present blood sugar level is 90-120 before food & 135- 180 mg after food please guide me.
I am using Metformin tab since 6 years. Last few months occasionally tooth pain coming. .From last 5 days severe tooth pain not even to eat smooth food items I could not able to bite. Will you please tell remidy if stop Metformin immediately to cell no. 6301981728 Dr sir please go.
Metformin causes lactic acidosis and deficiency in Vitamin B12 and causes the body to suffer. Metformin causes you to lose weight and look aged. Your friends will notice the change in look and physique and question whether you are diabetic. I am very grateful to a female pharmacist who whispered to me that if I exercised and stayed away from sugar, I can throw the 3 month supply of metformin that I was holding in my hand into the dustbin and I did exactly that on 10 July 2010. I have been a diabetic for 26 yrs now and exercise daily. I stay away from the sugars sucrose and fructose. You can live without fruits and vegetables. The only vegetable that I consume is the herb celery which gets rid of heavy metals in the body. The fructose in fruits affect your mitochondria and causes inflammation in the body. I am virile and healthy at age 76 yrs. A diabetic must consume soaked fenugreek seeds (one tablespoon for 24 hrs) to be virile and healthy. Please do not touch any diabetic medicine. Exercise and avoiding sugar, MSG. caffeine, A1 cows milk, vegetable and seed oils is the key. Gluten free A2 cows milk and goats milk can be consumed.
In March 2024, I was diagnosed as diabetic 6.8. I was prescribed with Metformin 500mg. Is it alright to reduce taking 1 tablet a day or none? I was told to take 1 in the morning and 1 in the evening.
Metformin is still recommended a first choice drug as long as there are no contraindications or as indicated in this video in those scenarios where the drug should be stopped. Other choices to consider depending on your co-morbidities and medical history are: 1) GLP1 agonists: Trulicity( dulaglutide),Byetta( Exenatide),Victoza ( Liraglutide) 2) SGLT2 inhibitors like canagliflozin 3) DPP4 inhibitors like Sitagliptin or Linagliptin. Most important, are lifestyle changes and exercise.
it's the dioreah that makes me ill with metformin, it seems i am unable to digest lentils, vegetables like cauliflower, peas, sprouts, onion and garlic, I am living on bland food and watching my carbohydrate intake
I take metformin for anti-aging...I'm in my 70s w. metabolic dysfunctions, so my MD put me on Met..(I am not diabetic), I am supposed to take 1000mg/day, alas due to side effects, I only take 500mg. It is a wonder drug, and many docs take it. Comments, pls!
Metformin is still recommended a first choice drug as long as there are no contraindications or as indicated in this video in those scenarios where the drug should be stopped. Other choices to consider depending on your co-morbidities and medical history are: 1) GLP1 agonists: Trulicity( dulaglutide),Byetta( Exenatide),Victoza ( Liraglutide) 2) SGLT2 inhibitors like canagliflozin 3) DPP4 inhibitors like Sitagliptin or Linagliptin. Most important, are lifestyle changes and exercise.
@@ThinkYourHealth thankful we are for providing knowledge useful for patients........to make them motivated for shifting toward life style changes and less medication........Sir,plz tell the role of udiliv 300 in liver fibrosis and in checking liver cirrhosis.......
Metformin continues to be the number one recommended antidiabetic drug.However, in the 6 scenarios described it should be stopped.Have a discussion about the drug with your Doctor if you fall into one of those scenarios.
Have been taking metformin for more than 20 years with other medicines. I use to take janumet 1000/ 50 mg Twice a day. Now i take Jardiance and and mounjaro 7.5 since last 4 months my aic is better 6 5 from 9.5. I take metformin 1000 mg twice a day. Si if I stop suddenly. What will happen to me amd my sugar will spike higher . Please advise Dr.what is a replacement for metformin
Metformin is still recommended a first choice drug as long as there are no contraindications or as indicated in this video in those scenarios where the drug should be stopped. Other choices to consider depending on your co-morbidities and medical history are: 1) GLP1 agonists: Trulicity( dulaglutide),Byetta( Exenatide),Victoza ( Liraglutide) 2) SGLT2 inhibitors like canagliflozin 3) DPP4 inhibitors like Sitagliptin or Linagliptin. Most important, are lifestyle changes and exercise.
Metformin continues to be the recommended medication unless you are having side effects or there are contraindications.. Why on Metformin 1000mg once a day? It's typically twice a day, unless you are on an extended release product.
@@ThinkYourHealth recommended by doctors to have 500mg twice a day and volix 0.2mg twice a day. No side reaction for 5 years. Sugar test done 3 months ago, fasting 105, pp 210. Doctor visit overdue and will visit in week's time.
Metformin is still recommended a first choice drug as long as there are no contraindications or as indicated in this video in those scenarios where the drug should be stopped. Other choices to consider depending on your co-morbidities and medical history are: 1) GLP1 agonists: Trulicity( dulaglutide),Byetta( Exenatide),Victoza ( Liraglutide) 2) SGLT2 inhibitors like canagliflozin 3) DPP4 inhibitors like Sitagliptin or Linagliptin. Most important, are lifestyle changes and exercise.
