Diet or Medication ?

[skb]

Adults with type 2 diabetes on a low-carbohydrate diet may see benefits to their beta-cell function allowing them to better manage their disease and possibly discontinue medication, according to new research published in the Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism.

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[walkerwally1]

Well, I think that is what we have been saying for a few years! I think the problem is that people do not want to cut out the high carb items they desire and just want a medication to let them eat anything they want. I know a couple of people here that are in that mind set.

[bigskygal]

Agree! The pills aren't magic and don't cure diabetes. A diet lower in carbs won't cure it either, but will control it far better for longer with much less chance of any drug interactions. But sadly, a lot of people want the "easy" way and will go for the drugs.