Why Does Metformin Cause Diarrhea?
You may be aware that a big side effect of metformin is diarrhea.
But why does it do that, and especially after a meal?
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Serotonin is an important neurotransmitter produced in the small intestine that affects bowel motility.
So what can be done to help with the unwanted side effects of metformin?
Are Large Menstrual Clots Serious?
If you get heavy periods, you may sometimes come across large and somewhat terrifying blood clots.
Should you be worried?
Why Do You Worry All the Time?
It may be related to anxiety.
How do you know if its serious?
Why Take Metformin If Glucose Is Normal?
Metformin works in the liver and primarily allows for better sugar control with less insulin.
Perloe adds Metformin is associated withweight losswhich can further improve menstrual irregularity and the odds of conceiving.
Why Cant You Just Stop Eating?
If you find yourself battling constantcarb cravingsand cant stop eating, youre not alone.
People with PCOS tend to have high insulin levels, which stimulate the appetite.
High circulating insulin levels make every cell in a woman’s body scream eat those brownies NOW!
It’s not a lack of willpower or a personality flaw.
Managing insulin levels with nutrition, supplements, and/or medication can help lower insulin levels.
Once insulin levels are lower, the craving to binge eat is significantly lower as well.
What to do about it?
Being more flexible with food choices will help cravings lose their intensity.
Why Do You Have Excess Hair, Skin Boils, and Lumps?
You might notice excess hair on your body or face.
This chronic inflammatory skin condition is believed to be both autoimmune and hormone-related.
Those who have HS can experience physical pain and emotional pain from this chronic condition.
Research is showing the impact of ananti-inflammatory dietin managing this condition.
Whats in Those Ovarian Follicles?
Sasson doesnt think you should be worried about the number of follicles.
From a fertility perspective, having too many follicles is a fantastic problem to have, says Sasson.
It means that there will be many more eggs to work with.
The challenge is getting them to grow.
Medications can be used in most instances to help one or two follicles grow in size and induce ovulation.
Why Is Your Liver Fatty?
While there are many causes of MASLD, it can be reversed with a healthy diet and lifestyle.
Will PCOS Ever Go Away?
PCOS wont ever go away for good.
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