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  • phillipians413b
    phillipians413b Posts: 9 Member
    Congradulations!!!!!!!!!!!!! Although I am not type 2 I am insulin resistant and have been on victoza and metforin. Came off victoza last Sept., cut my Metformin in half in Jan. I Should (will) be totlally off Metforin the end of March. To be med free has been one of my goals since starting MFP.
  • walleyebob977
    walleyebob977 Posts: 201 Member
    Congradulations!!!!!!!!!!!!! Although I am not type 2 I am insulin resistant and have been on victoza and metforin. Came off victoza last Sept., cut my Metformin in half in Jan. I Should (will) be totlally off Metforin the end of March. To be med free has been one of my goals since starting MFP.

    Way to go. I have learned it not always about the scale or inches its about living a healthier lifestyle. It take a lot of work and I can see you have the drive way to stay after it.
  • walleyebob977
    walleyebob977 Posts: 201 Member
    Now that's good news! I too came off Metformin this year. It's been an amazing journey, that is to listen to your body. Stay focused and you can beat this disease.

    Congrats to yourself to its a big accomplishment !!!
  • boomerz12
    boomerz12 Posts: 140
    I wish my mom would do something . She has type 2 and doesn't even worry about it. She says she needs to lose weight and she complains about it all the time but then you'll see her eat a whole bag of chips and then some candy, cake, whatever. Kinda makes me mad a little bit cause I know she's only doing it to herself and diabetes is not a game! I'm very proud of you though and that's an amazing accomplishment and I hope you never have to live that life again.
    <3
  • Cullinanmarti
    Cullinanmarti Posts: 72 Member
    I quit metformin and Byetta in Oct 2012 with mostly increased exercise and earring a high protein, no carb, low fat diet. (neede protein for healing from two major surgeries. Thank God I live chicken and turkey. Too bad I hate fish except canned tuna.
  • Cullinanmarti
    Cullinanmarti Posts: 72 Member
    It is her problem and her problem is denial. The hard thing about diabetics are that the disease kills you over time. You can cheat along time and then the complications set in and you have no reserve (kidney failure, eyesight, poor circulation nerve pain) and most symptoms are not reversible. You definitely have the more difficulty task of watching it happen and you are not in denial...just remember we all are accountable for only our own life and health. Still I really feel for you.
  • pattypureheart
    pattypureheart Posts: 44 Member
    YES, YES, YES!!! Testimonies like yous need to get out there to Every diabetic! (even those currently insulin dependent) In fact your kind of story needs to get in the hands of the medical community who are as complacent as the patient with that diagnosis... All too often people are led to believe that diabetes is a life-time sentence and they just have to live with the meds etc. NOT ALWAYS TRUE!!! With some hard work, and lots of adjusting along the way and "listening to your own body" that once "common" and devastating disease can be controlled.

    How wonderful you found the truth... spread your story all you can! Congratulations!
  • TNR32
    TNR32 Posts: 110 Member
    Congratz to those of you who have been able to kick the diabetes meds out the door. I know it is no small feat. it runs in my family both sides and a host of other problems that most assoate with getting old. I want to live long and healthy and still not be on meds when I get to 80+. I know its a big goal but it is also a lifetime commitment. So heres to being healthy.:drinker:
  • Pepper2185
    Pepper2185 Posts: 994 Member
    Huge accomplishment!

    Diabetes runs in my family, and I've seen some people handle it well, and some handle it not so well. You are kicking Diabetes' *kitten*!

    Keep up the healthy lifestyle, it's totally paying off! :smile:
  • TrailRunner61
    TrailRunner61 Posts: 2,505 Member
    Congratulations! That is one awesome accomplishment and you should be very proud of yourself! I'm proud of you because I know how hard it is. I was 'pre-diabetic' with some #'s in the 300's. Finally, I took control of my diet and I'm no longer at risk, unless like you said, I fall back into old habits. It will def. come back if we don't watch it. I think you've got it under control. Again, congrats and keep up the good work!
  • nornas42
    nornas42 Posts: 73 Member
    SO impressive! Good for you -- let us know how the A1C comes out... we're cheering you on! You've come this far I'm sure you can kick it out the door. What a huge success!
  • ssmaling
    ssmaling Posts: 83 Member
    Awesome!!! Way to go!!
  • TheLuSir
    TheLuSir Posts: 1,674 Member
    Awesome!

    Keep up the great work! You're quite the inspiration!
  • LesaDave
    LesaDave Posts: 1,480 Member
    Hey, that's GREAT news!! There are so many self-inflicted complications that you are avoiding.
    CONGRATS!
  • walleyebob977
    walleyebob977 Posts: 201 Member
    Thanks everyone It feels great to hear it.
  • candace177
    candace177 Posts: 26
    Walleyebob977,
    I'm extremely extremely happy for you. Trust me I know how it feels. I used to relied heavily on diet pills ( I'm extremely embarrassed to say this). I chose the easy way out, never thought that exercise and healthy eating habits would fix my weight problems. Until I reached one point when I knew it was just wrong, and i joined MFP. Since then I lost weight steadily and never have to use or even just consider that pill as a quick fix :)
    Keep trying hard everyday. You are doing great!
    Peace out :)
  • walleyebob977
    walleyebob977 Posts: 201 Member
    Walleyebob977,
    I'm extremely extremely happy for you. Trust me I know how it feels. I used to relied heavily on diet pills ( I'm extremely embarrassed to say this). I chose the easy way out, never thought that exercise and healthy eating habits would fix my weight problems. Until I reached one point when I knew it was just wrong, and i joined MFP. Since then I lost weight steadily and never have to use or even just consider that pill as a quick fix :)
    Keep trying hard everyday. You are doing great!
    Peace out :)
    Glad things are working out for you to. One day at a time and great things can happen. Thanks
  • Lsadlier77
    Lsadlier77 Posts: 27 Member
    Well Done, that's amazing!
  • Dragon67
    Dragon67 Posts: 123 Member
    Congrats !!!!! WELL DONE !!!! :smile:
  • retiree2006
    retiree2006 Posts: 951 Member
    What a great accomplishment. I'm hoping that some day I can also drop my last metformin pill. I'm glad I've gone from 2- 500 mg. a day to one...but the goal is zero! Good luck on the next A1c.
  • Edgar7878
    Edgar7878 Posts: 3 Member
    Wow way to go. I on my way down in weight. And I am going to get my sugar under control !!! Thank You for posting !
  • maryannelk
    maryannelk Posts: 707 Member
    So excited for you walleyebob! It's an amazing accomplishment!! Type 2 runs in my family and I was scared I was heading right into it. It's one of the things that motivated me to get healthy. Changing your body in such a dramatic way is so inspiring. Thanks for sharing!
  • happyheathen927
    happyheathen927 Posts: 167 Member
    So excited for you! My goal is to get off the metformin. My bG has dropped dramatically in the last 2 months (yay, CrossFit!!) but I've got a long way to go yet. Hearing y'all's stories is great motivation!
  • mom2kpr
    mom2kpr Posts: 348 Member
    That wonderful! I was diagnosed a few months ago & have been in denial, thinking I can beat this on my own. I don't remember my exact numbers, but they are just above borderline, so I'm hoping it's not too late. No meds yet & I plan on keeping that way. I have a lot of family history & 2 past gestational diabetes. But I feel if I lose weight & get healthy & still have it, then I know I've done what I can control & the rest is out of my control and I'll just have to live w/it - hopefully w/o meds.
  • wildecat1
    wildecat1 Posts: 18 Member
    That's fantastic! One big reason I'm on MFP is because my dad's side of the family all became Type 2 once they hit their 50s (all overweight) and I'm getting close to that age and don't want it to happen to me. I'm making slow but steady progress and stories like yours are my inspiration. Congratulations! :smile:
  • LizardDav
    LizardDav Posts: 2
    Thanks for posting this!! I was diagnosed with Type 2 at the end of December 2012, on metformin twice a day. Dietician told me about this site on Feb 4, started logging in on Feb 5 and so far have lost 14 pounds, and morning blood sugar checks have been from 85 to 107. I have a family history of diabetes and the fact that I've spent 25 years behind a desk has not helped, but that is all changing. Will be starting the Spartacus Workout when dvds arrive end of this week and have already started eating a healthier diet. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!
  • walleyebob977
    walleyebob977 Posts: 201 Member
    Thanks again everyone it's a battle everyday as many of you know. I wish the best of luck to all of you that fight diabetes. Keep up the fight. When it comes to eating right and working out there isn't "I'll start tomorrow," tomorrow could be a disease the time is now.
  • walleyebob977
    walleyebob977 Posts: 201 Member
    I just feel like bumping this so others know it can be done.
  • walleyebob977
    walleyebob977 Posts: 201 Member
    bump
  • ktliu
    ktliu Posts: 334 Member
    Great job, you are what I am hoping for. I have a similar story and I'm off actos. and if I play my cards right I'm on track to kick Metformin out all together hopefully this summer.

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