Posted by bulldog2 on May 9, 2010, at 7:51:26
In reply to Re: Glucophage (metformin) for Nardil weight gain? » desolationrower, posted by SLS on May 9, 2010, at 5:10:12
> > getting blood glucose under control in some way is very important,
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> It has been normal when I have had it tested. My triglycerides are very high, though. I'm thinking that the Abilify is responsible for that in addition to the weight gain.
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> i'm not really against the idea of metformin, and i don't know the cost, just trying to explain the whole picture.
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> Yes. Thank you. So far, well controlled investigations into the use of metformin for treating antipsychotic-induced weight gain have been disappointing.
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> - ScottHi Scott
I think a two month trial of low dose metformin would be reasonable. The life extension foundation recommends 850 to 1000 mg a day for life extension purposes. Also seems to aid in taking weight off the waist which is important.The psych drugs probably alter metabolism but also creat carb cravings. A small dose of t3 (10-20 mcg) helps with the metablism as most of our thyroids do become sluggish with age even if we test normal.
For carb craving frquent high protein meals help keep your blood sugar from peaks and valleys. A healthy way to keep bad cholesterol and suck up unwanted calories is metamucil. A couple times a day about 30 minutes before your largest meals a couple teaspoons in a large glass of water will give you the feeling you are full and many eaten calories will get flushed away! This has been documented to also help bring down bad cholesterol.
If you implement the above you will lose weight regardless of the drug you are on. These are lifesttyle changes but healthy ones. While exercise is important I have seen relatively inactive people lose weight on these dieatary changes.
Diet.
Mod-high protein
Mod fat (mostly good oils!!) olive oil and omega 3s
mod-low carb - only whole grains-preferabbly look for sprouted grains (even less processed).
There are books out that list glycemic index of foods. You want foods that don't skyrocket your glycemic index.Make it a game. You can lose weight regardless of the drug you are on.
Good Luck!
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