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I have pots and my husband wants me to lose weight and cut everything out but i don't want to make it worse what do you suggest?
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Metformin: I assume you have Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome. I recommend Metformin, 500 mg/day. Although mainly used for diabetes, it is one of the best weight loss drugs there is. May cause upset stomach or diarrhea, so start with a low dose that causes no symptoms. Also, consider White Kidney Bean Extract--a starch blocker from health food store, taken with carbohydrates.
Answered 9/29/2016
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