Metformin for PCOS (Benefits and Side Effects)

Metformin for PCOS (Benefits and Side Effects)

Metformin is one of the most commonly prescribed drugs in the world. It is very effective in regulating blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. However, metformin is increasingly being prescribed…

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Metformin Dosage Guide (minimum and maximum doses)

For many people with diabetes, taking metformin is an effective way to improve blood sugar levels and potentially lose weight. But it can be confusing when there are so many different types of…

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Can Ozempic Help You Lose Weight?

Can Ozempic Help You Lose Weight?

What was once considered a little-known drug to help control blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes, Ozempic has grown in popularity over the past few years. People with all types…

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Metformin for Type 1 Diabetes

Metformin for type 1 diabetes: pros and cons

Metformin is one of the most popular prescription drugs in the world and is often used as a first-line treatment for type 2 diabetes. Despite the common association with type 2 diabetes, you…

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How Long Does Metformin Stay in Your System?

How long does metformin stay in your system?

People taking metformin to treat diabetes often take the drug once or twice a day. However, in some cases, people can take slow-release metformin tablets, which can be taken less frequently. This is…

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Gastric Bypass Surgery & Diabetes

Gastric bypass surgery and diabetes: what you need to know

Gastric bypass surgery is a type of surgery often recommended for people who need to lose significant weight for health reasons. A doctor may recommend gastric bypass surgery for people with diabetes to…

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Low Sod Spinach Quiche

Low Sod Spinach Quiche

Looking for a diabetic-friendly breakfast to handle the crowd? Low-sodium spinach cheese and mushroom quiche is easy to prepare and oh so delicious! Whether you’re looking to whip up a healthy and delicious…

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Man looking at watch to decide when to take metformin

When to use metformin

For many people with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes, taking metformin is an important first step to improving blood sugar and health. However, When taking metformin can be almost as important as If…

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How to use "Time in Range" to improve diabetes management

How to use “Time in Range” to improve diabetes management

One of the hardest parts of managing a life with diabetes is keeping a close eye on your blood sugar and making sure it stays within a tight range most of the time….

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Woman measuring her blood sugar to test for reactive hypoglycemia

Reactive hypoglycemia: what it is and how to deal with it

Fighting both high and low blood sugar is actually an expected part of living with diabetes. But reactive hypoglycemia is different from the usual low blood sugar that people with diabetes face because…

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