Mominator5

Close Diabetes Type 2

I've had Type 2 Diabetes for about 8 years now. I'll do well for while watching my weight (and losing some) and then I go off my diet and start slacking on my exercise routine and gain more weight back. I seem to lack self control. I'd like to lose 50-75 lbs and maybe reduce my need for diabetes drugs altogether.

Treatments

Actos Working / Worked

I take this drug in tandem with metformin and it seems to work fine.

Avandia Working / Worked

I used to take Advandia and loved it but after the semi-recent heart scare stories associated with Advania my doctor advised changing to Metformin

Dietary Modification Somewhat Helpful

I try not eating sweets or highly salted foods and I feel like I crave them even more.

Eating Healthier Foods Working / Worked

I eat less fatty meats, fewer pasta dishes, more salads, sweet potatoes ocassionally instead of regular potatoes.

Metformin Working / Worked

500mg worked at first and now I take 850mg with Actos, but lord those pills are HUGE, especially the crappy $4 prescriptions from Walmart.

Physical Exercise Somewhat Helpful

I work on my abs, use hand weights and walk my dogs everyday.