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Mississauga, ON

I’m taking Metformin, Jardiance and Kanu ia and the glucose levels are still high. What can I do to lower the high sugar levels? I get very frustrated when I look at my readings. I’ve lost 42 pounds already and I am not a big eater.

May 16, 2018
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Members rallied around someone frustrated by persistently high blood sugar despite taking multiple medications and losing 42 pounds, with the... Read more

Members rallied around someone frustrated by persistently high blood sugar despite taking multiple medications and losing 42 pounds, with the overwhelming consensus being that medication alone isn't enough and dietary changes are essential. Several members shared practical strategies, including eliminating all sweets and white foods like bread and potatoes, focusing on low-glycemic vegetables and high-fiber foods, eating proteins and healthy fats, staying well-hydrated, and incorporating regular walking or exercise into daily routines. A recurring theme was the importance of working closely with a doctor to adjust medications if needed, with some members finding success after switching from Jardiance to other options or adding Ozempic or insulin to their regimen.

A DiabetesTeam Member

You need to cut out all sweets, exercise a lot like walking and drink lots water

May 31, 2018
A DiabetesTeam Member

Change your diet to include those veggies: chayote, okra,bittermelon & see the results...
Ofcourse no potatoes except sweet potatoes. For breakfast just have 2-3 hard boiled eggs.

July 20, 2018
A DiabetesTeam Member

I just experienced the same thing on Jardiance. I was losing weight slowly, exercising and eating right yet my numbers where going up. ex 400 when blood work was done in Dr. office after I had been on the med for 3 months. I checked side effects and had several including the higher numbers. So off that med I came and within two doses of new med my numbers where down over 100 points . Check back with your DR. for sure. Good luck

June 24, 2018
A DiabetesTeam Member

you need to talk to your doctor about this. there are other meds like Invokana. I take Invokana and Januvia and all is good.

June 22, 2018
A DiabetesTeam Member

You will need to completely quit all sugar, breads, and very low carb diet..someone told me not to eat anything white like mashed potatoes, white bread, everything.. it’s very very hard.. Plus lots of walking and other exercises.. I take Metformin too.. I hate it.. it makes me feel worse..

May 28, 2018

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