Diabetes Type 2 Support Group
Type 2 Diabetes is a condition in which the body either does not produce enough insulin or does not make efficient use of it. Insulin is a hormone needed to convert food into glucose, a sugar that the body uses for energy. Without enough insulin, glucose can accumulate in the blood, and can cause serious health problems such as heart disease and strokes and organ damage...
I just got a new Dr because my insurance changed, and I am concerned at all the meds she is throwing at me. A Birth control (i have pcos and was on a 4 week bleed), Metformin (which i am having the standard tummy problems with), and a bp med which i had to cut in half because of side efects and dizzyness, and a Vitamin D3 suplement that i just started today. My A1c is VERY high (11), and i understand the importance of bringing it down, but she also wants me to take a glimipuride. I have taken it before and it killed my libido, but she insists i take it. My metformin is er (Extended Release) and still not up to the full 2000mg she wants me to get to, and My fiance and i are hoping for a family very soon. I have read up on the other side efects and warnings of the Glimiperide and it clearly states to not take it if you plan on becoming pregnant. I feel like my Dr is not listening to me, Especially since she seem so focused on JUST my A1c and not anything to do with my wish to start a family or the original reason i went in. I also understand that it is dangerous to have my A1c so high during pregnancy, and the 1000mg of metformin is actually lowering my blood sugars already (from 200-180 fasting to 146 this morning) and i've only been on it for about 2.5 weeks. I am a little depressed because it seems like i am doing almost everything right, and my a1c is redonkulous, plus I hate the feeling all these meds are giving me. I would just find another Dr, but my insurance SUXXX and the next closest one is 30 minutes away (in good traffic) and i dont want to have to take a day off work because i have a dr apt. Thoughts? Advice? Help? I am feeling like i am losing an up hill battle so encouragement is also welcome.
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I had gone to the grocery store. When I wheeled my cartback to my car I just stool there a minute. A few spacesaway a Tesla Cyber truck was parked. I had seen it on theroad a few times for a few seconds. But not close up.It looked like it belonged to 2126 and not 2026. I wasgoing to take a picture of the car but the owners cameback and drove away. It was an ordinary middle age...
Every doctor I have had is just a legalized drug pusher IMO and my own personal experience. They know very little about how the meds they prescribe actually work and know less about nutrition and how it effects everything about the human body and how disease is caused and can be rectified.
I got so sick that I ended up taking matters into my own hands. I started seeing a naturapath/alternative medicines.
I am free of metformin (it only sends sugar to other parts of your body such as the liver just to get it out of your blood stream. Once the liver is full and now sick.....the sugar is sent to other parts of the body......and on and on it goes).
There are other alternatives to fight POC. tons of info on the internet, but you have to do your own research.
I worked with the owner of the local mom and pop health food store who is qualified and has helped me get off metformin, cholesterol meds, and I am almost off blood pressure meds and I have excellent blood test results to back up my hard work.
I have changed my diet completely (this takes time and persistance). I only eat organic chicken and lamb (red meat doesn't agree with me....yet as I have digestive issues that I am working on and is getting better). Meat with hormones and fed hormone and antibiotic foods is passed onto the consumer and the results are not good as you are and others are experiencing).
I was VERY vitamin/mineral deficient as is most ppl due to poor quality soil and GMO foods and foods laden with all kinds of sugars and carcigens.
Good quality supplements are essential as well as a diet change.
It's a lifestyle change and not just a temporary fad.
I know it sounds a bit harsh, and popping pills is easier, but again....IMO.....not the answer. The cure is in a better diet, plenty of rest (good qulaity), fresh water, meditation and deep breathing, dealing with reducing stress, and exercise at least 4-7 days a week. Also, supplementing with good quality supplements to rebuild your body and maintain it's ability to function at high levels.
Do the best you can....eat clean and healthy food. GET AWAY FROM SUGAR. Eat better quality meats, eat plenty of fresh veggies and fruit. Make sure your digestive system is functioning correctly. Drink plenty of fresh water.
I promise if you make these changes, your body will heal and your chances of conceiving will be better.
Wishing you and others the best.