Reply #19: There is a lot of misinformation on diabetes.

[Egnever]

coming from all corners. This article misses the mark IMHO the drugs should be used in conjunction with diet and exercise. The damage from diabetes comes from the pressure on the cells caused by high blood sugar and the idea that remaining high while trying to change ones lifestyle immediately is ok is silly.

Type 2 is very tricky because the islet cells are still producing insulin and it can be very sporadic. obviously limiting carb intake and paying attention to glycemic indexes is key to decent control but it is a very hard line to walk and any treatment that helps, especially in the beginning while people educate themselves on the disease, should not be frowned upon.