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Isnt there a cure for diabetis but your to scared of big pharma getting up your butt about it . And metformin is the worst pill to give pts

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But you feed to pts like its candy. Do the right things and help pts to get off the medicine stop being pushed by big pharma they just want money they dont care bout your pts. Work for the people not for the big wigs out there they could care less bout us.

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There is currently no cure. I have done a lot of research. I am in remission. Long term remission is possible with diet and life style changes. I had to stop Metformin because of side effects. I was able to tolerate it for 3 years. It helped get my A1C from a 14 to a more better level. Plus I put in the work, I didn't depend entirely on the medication.

3 days ago
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The frustration here is completely understandable — managing diabetes can feel overwhelming, and it's natural to question the system. Those feelings are valid and shared by many people living with diabetes.

To be straight about it: there is currently no proven cure for type 2 diabetes. However, some people have achieved Show Full Answer

The frustration here is completely understandable — managing diabetes can feel overwhelming, and it's natural to question the system. Those feelings are valid and shared by many people living with diabetes.

To be straight about it: there is currently no proven cure for type 2 diabetes. However, some people have achieved remission through significant lifestyle changes, particularly:

- A low-carbohydrate diet
- Regular exercise
- Weight loss

One DiabetesTeam member shared that after negotiating a medication-free trial with their doctor, they brought their A1c down from a high level to 4.9 — and stayed off medications entirely. As for metformin — it's actually one of the most studied, affordable, and well-tolerated diabetes medications available. It doesn't cause weight gain and rarely causes low blood sugar. Some people do experience stomach upset, but switching to the extended-release version often helps with that.

That said, metformin isn't the only option. Doctors also consider:

- SGLT2 inhibitors — help remove sugar through urine, good for heart and kidney health
- GLP-1 receptor agonists — help control blood sugar and support weight loss
- Insulin — used when the body needs extra help

The best move is always an open, honest conversation with a doctor about goals, concerns, and what feels right. Working *with* a healthcare provider — not against the process — is the most powerful tool available.

3 days ago

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