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Measuring Body Fat

Saturday, 28. November 2009 21:12

Obesity has been classified as a disease. It is rapidly becoming a major cause of diabetes, heart related diseases and premature death. It is a predicament we cannot ignore.

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In answer to the question; how long does it take to lose weight once you are on metformin?

Sunday, 22. November 2009 15:47

Generally it would appear that weight loss begins to show some two to four weeks after treatment with metformin. This weight loss is due mainly to the fact that the metformin works to lower your blood sugar.</br>
It is important to understand that metformin is not a weight loss drug. It is used to treat

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Metformin for Insulin Resistance in achieving weight loss: How long does it take to work?

Saturday, 21. November 2009 8:21

Cassie asked:

I have been diagnosed with insulin resistance and have been prescribed 2500 mg metformin daily.

Many ppl with PCOS, metabolic syndrome, or insulin resistance lose weight bc their insulin isnt working properly without the aid of metformin or the like. I have been on it for over a week and have not lost any weight.

I was wondering if anyone has experienced weight loss after a couple weeks, rather than immediately.

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