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In the absence of contraindications, metformin should be seriously considered as an off-label initial therapy and as an adjunct to antiobesity medications approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.

“It’s absolutely not nature’s Ozempic and does not work like Ozempic, which is a GLP-1 inhibitor. Manufacturers of these supplements are just kind of creating a hype…”

Initial visit laboratory values, particularly HbA1C and 2-hour glucose, combined with BMI trajectory, offer more reliable predictive value for T2D progression than traditional fasting plasma glucose measurements.

Advanced molecular screening methods for colorectal cancer and AI-assisted colonoscopy detection systems represent significant developments in diagnostic technology, potentially improving both accuracy and accessibility of cancer screening programs.

Fresh pineapple demonstrates a moderate glycemic index of 51-66, making it a viable fruit option for diabetic patients when consumed with appropriate portion control and protein pairing strategies.

The combination of structured lifestyle interventions with targeted pharmacotherapy demonstrates significant potential for achieving substantial weight loss in patients with type 2 diabetes.