Metformin

Metformin has been FDA approved and used for the treatment of diabetes and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) for over 25 years.

If an individual has insulin resistance, whether from pre-diabetes, type II diabetes or PCOS, the sugar from the carbohydrates consumed are not properly utilized for cell energy and will be stored as body fat. Metformin however, aids with the regulation of blood sugar and improvement of insulin utilization. Therefore, it will help leave less sugar and insulin around in the body to aid with weight loss.

Metformin has numerous effects on glucose (sugar) and metabolism that helps aid in weight loss.

The effectiveness of metformin is not restricted to those with insulin resistance but may be more effective specifically for those individuals.