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My husband was told 2 years ago he diabetic type 2. he is taking 2x diabex p/day and drinks light beer weekly, his reading stays at 19 what can he do?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

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Change: Stop drinking. Lose weight. Lower his carbohydrate intake with his food. Exercise. Add or change a medication.

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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Diabetic diet: Exercise, stop alcohol, loose weight and you may need your medication adjusted.

Answered 9/28/2016

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