Metformin improved my health. Blood work.

DK0223 · Jun 16, 2016

Gonna look into possibly getting on this. My fasting glucose is usually mid-high 90's. I've read under 120 is good, but after seeing what Dr. Kim had to say, I'm reconsidering if mine is good

G.I.Bro · Jun 16, 2016

TODouble2 said:
i asked my doctor for it, and he wouldn't prescribe it for me since i don't have glucose issues.. i'll have to get it elsewhere.

are doctors scrutinized for prescribing it for health and longevity? it would be nice to get a script for it.

Most regular family docs/general practitioners are behind. Just as with TRT, usually clueless. You'll find some endo specialists who get it. But you're crossing the line between treating and OPTIMIZING. Modern western medicine is all about treating, reacting to problems and profiting. Not much emphasis on proactive preventative treatment or hormonal OPTIMIZATION. This drug benefits ANYONE'S health. No question remains, hardly any debatable issues. No real sides. I've been promoting it a while. Fuck a script, you can get it dirt cheap from ADC. Time to take your health into your own hands. Most family doctors (especially older ones) are grossly behind the times in terms of continued education. I'm usually disgusted with the inadequacy and ignorance of most GPs who's skill set ends at dispensing antibiotics for people with sinus infections and prescribing people lipitor.

http://www.lifeextension.com/magazi...veryone-should-ask-their-doctor-about/Page-01

nothuman · Jun 16, 2016

blackstang1288 said:
Gonna look into possibly getting on this. My fasting glucose is usually mid-high 90's. I've read under 120 is good, but after seeing what Dr. Kim had to say, I'm reconsidering if mine is good

Mid 90s is pretty high. Mine is similar so I benefit from the Metformin. I think it would be a solid option for you. I've read from a few sources (can't remember them) that you want it under 85.

DK0223 · Jun 16, 2016

nothuman said:
Mid 90s is pretty high. Mine is similar so I benefit from the Metformin. I think it would be a solid option for you. I've read from a few sources (can't remember them) that you want it under 85.

Yea I'm gonna look into it. 500mg seems to be a good dose?

nothuman · Jun 17, 2016

blackstang1288 said:
Yea I'm gonna look into it. 500mg seems to be a good dose?

I mean yeaaaaa, but I take 1500mg to get my glucose and A1C down. Plus it has benefitted all my bloodwork so much and my Vitamin B never gets low so this dose seems to work well for me.

DK0223 · Jun 17, 2016

nothuman said:
I mean yeaaaaa, but I take 1500mg to get my glucose and A1C down. Plus it has benefitted all my bloodwork so much and my Vitamin B never gets low so this dose seems to work well for me.

Lol I hear ya. I like how it seems to improve lipids as well! Seems like one drug that is actually beneficial for you

mtl325 · Jun 19, 2016

My doc prescribed even though I don't have any metabolic issues. Told me he takes it himself for the metabolic profile. The science indicates that it will flat out make you live longer and costs under $20 for a 90 day fill.

G.I.Bro · Jun 19, 2016

mtl325 said:
My doc prescribed even though I don't have any metabolic issues. Told me he takes it himself for the metabolic profile. The science indicates that it will flat out make you live longer and costs under $20 for a 90 day fill.

Need more GPs like this! That's awesome.

Thebigone · Jun 19, 2016

Got some more bloodwork back. Tested CoQ10 and B12 since metformin can effect them but not for me:

CoQ10

2.52 HIGH. Range .37-2.20

Been using 100mg ubquinol(jarrow) with shilagate folic acid for around 6-8months or so. The 2 days prior to the blood test I was actually using 200mg ubquinol though. I opened a new bottle and didn't realize the dose was 200. Last dose was taken 24hrs prior to blood test.

B12 was really high:

>1999. Range 211-946

I don't take any b12 just a standard multi and maybe my pre workout and protein has b12 in it but I was fasted for around 25-30hrs before the test.

Also this isn't related to metformin but I decided to get Aldosterone tested as I heard long term GH use can cause elevated levels. I've been on GH and peptides for years but levels were normal.

10.4 Range 0-30

nothuman · Jun 19, 2016

Thebigone said:
Got some more bloodwork back. Tested CoQ10 and B12 since metformin can effect them but not for me:

CoQ10

2.52 HIGH. Range .37-2.20

Been using 100mg ubquinol(jarrow) with shilagate folic acid for around 6-8months or so. The 2 days prior to the blood test I was actually using 200mg ubquinol though. I opened a new bottle and didn't realize the dose was 200. Last dose was taken 24hrs prior to blood test.

B12 was really high:

>1999. Range 211-946

I don't take any b12 just a standard multi and maybe my pre workout and protein has b12 in it but I was fasted for around 25-30hrs before the test.

Also this isn't related to metformin but I decided to get Aldosterone tested as I heard long term GH use can cause elevated levels. I've been on GH and peptides for years but levels were normal.

10.4 Range 0-30

Interesting about your B12. Mine was high 900s and got knocked down to 800s on 1500mg Metformin

Thebigone · Jun 20, 2016

nothuman said:
Interesting about your B12. Mine was high 900s and got knocked down to 800s on 1500mg Metformin

I remember years ago I got b12 tested and it was the same. Really high like that. Sometimes when I feel like I'm getting sick ill inject 1000-2000mcg B12 but now knowing it's so high I won't. I'm sure some of my supplements and vitamins have B12 but I'm surprised it's that high.

Dream_Big · Jun 20, 2016

mtl325 said:
My doc prescribed even though I don't have any metabolic issues. Told me he takes it himself for the metabolic profile. The science indicates that it will flat out make you live longer and costs under $20 for a 90 day fill.

Just curious, what dosage/protocol did he put you on?