Diabetes & Byetta

Here’s a new article I just found:

Byetta: A multi-pronged approach to glucose control
In April 2005 the FDA approved Byetta, an injectable medication, as an adjunct
treatment for adults with Type 2 diabetes who cannot achieve good glucose
control with oral medications such as metformin, a sulfonylurea or a combination
of these medicines. Some people will find the improved glucose control and
weight loss worth the twice-daily injections.

What it does: Byetta works on several organ systems affected by diabetes: It
increases insulin secretion from the pancreas, decreases glucose release from
the liver, lessens glucose absorption by slowing digestion and curbs appetite.
The medication has been found to reduce A1C levels moderately, about one
percent. And though Byetta may produce some weight loss, it is not prescribed
for that indication.
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Hi there I to had stinging I stoped using the swabs I just wash off my
tummy and use a new needle every time no sting any more. also on no
smell I smell everything now I cannot eat red meat anymore I can smell
it a block away.I cannot even eat only half of a hamberger when we eat
out .I most the time get buffet and eat what I can but even that is
very hard to get down so I take very little and if I want more I go
back.I see what every one is putting on there plate to eat and I cannot
see where in the world they are putting it .Almost makes me sick to see
them put so much away . here is what my hubby and I when we go to Toco
bell or burger king or Mcdonalds we order 1 sandwich for me he orders
the meal I eat what I can of my sandwich and 4 frys and a few sips of
his pop cheep meal and less cal .Toco bell we order the #4 I eat the
mexician pizza he eats the 2 tocos I take a few sips of his pop again
under $5.00 for 2 people. I’m not a slave to food at all any more .But
make sure to drink lots of water.This is just when we want to stop for
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Ev

I am happy to know that you live near me. Maybe we can get together.
You can email me privately. I am always heading in your direction
either working or shopping with my husband.

Dale

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Sat Mar 31, 10:02 PM ET

WASHINGTON - A 2-in-1 medicine to treat diabetes has won federal
approval, Merck & Co. Inc. said Saturday.

The tablet, called Janumet, combines a proprietary Merck drug with the
older diabetes drug metformin.

Some patients with type 2 diabetes already take metformin and the newer
drug, called Januvia, separately. Merck hopes the combination version
will make it easier for those diabetics to control their blood sugar levels.

The
Food and Drug Administration approved Januvia in October. That drug
enhances the body’s own ability to lower blood sugar levels. Novartis AG

Hi!

I am 41 with Type 2. I’ve been on the 5mcg of Byetta for a month. I
also take Avandement 4/1000 twice a day. I take Levoxyl(they found
nodules on my thyroid-I run normal low). They "think" I have
PCOS(never confirmed ANY cysts and had 3 kids naturally) I can pin
point EXACTLY when I put on 40lbs in 6 weeks 20 some years ago-told I
was just fat and needed to watch what I eat. My Dad had a stroke, I
was working 12 hour days in a salon and never had time to eat-go
figure. I now weigh 233. Life sucks on that end. NOTHING I do helps
to get weight off. I am fairly active-I am never home and always
running kids-soccer I am always goalie, lol So the Dr started me with
the Byetta to help..

I started the Byetta 10mcg Friday. I am at a loss here. On the
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I live in NJ. North Jersey. West Milford Township.

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Nutrition 101:
Exchanging or Counting
Which is Right for You?

by Kristin Latzo, R.D.
Blood glucose can be managed many different ways. First, everyone was
using the exchange system. Then carb counting came on the scene in the
1990s and won over many people. They both work, but which will work best
for you?

The diabetic exchange divides foods into groups based on the Diabetes
Food Pyramid. Each group is then subdivided into lists, and portion
sizes are defined. Your dietitian will design a plan for you, which
usually includes at least one serving of each group per meal. Then at
each meal you choose which food from each list you want to eat.
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Control your blood glucose and burn calories! Weight training and
exercise can do all that and more—like increase your insulin
sensitivity, decrease back pain, even improve your confidence. So why
aren’t you doing it?

The Benefits
Weight training may seem like the domain of young, athletic men, but
it’s good for anyone. Why do you think those guys are so fit? In fact,
studies show that combining weight training and aerobic exercise is the
best possible workout for people with diabetes.

Without exercise, you could lose five to seven pounds of lean muscle
mass every 10 years of your adult life. Start building that muscle back
with weight training for:

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