The Side Effects Of Metformin & How To Avoid Them – Dr. Berg

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 21:57:56 +0000

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Find out how to minimize Metformin side effects with this vitamin.

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0:00 Introduction: What is Metformin?
0:10 How does Metformin work?
0:30 Lactic acidosis
0:56 Metformin side effects
1:20 How to minimize Metformin side effects

In this video, we’re going to talk about the side effects of the drug Metformin. Metformin is a diabetic medication that is used to treat insulin resistance. It works by increasing the absorption of insulin in the receptor cells, and by blocking the liver from producing sugar.

Here are some of the side effects of Metformin:
• Diarrhea
• Headaches
• Heartburn
• Stomach cramps
• Lactic acidosis

Metformin was originally developed from the lilac flower, also known as goat’s rue. Goat’s rue has an active ingredient called guanidine that helps with insulin resistance, but also causes lactic acidosis.

Lactic acidosis is a toxic side effect that causes fatigue, weakness, muscle pain, difficulty breathing, vomiting, and even death. Metformin also comes with a black box warning, which is a very serious warning for a drug.

Vitamin B1 can help minimize the side effects of Metformin. Severe acidosis can be reversed by taking vitamin B1 within 24 hours.

Metformin blocks the absorption of vitamin B1, so it’s best to take it regularly while on Metformin to prevent any negative side effects. Nutritional yeast is an excellent source of vitamin B1. Keto and intermittent fasting can help correct the root cause of needing Metformin in the first place.

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 57, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

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Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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Thanks for watching! I hope this helps explain the side effects of Metformin and what you can do to avoid them. I’ll see you in the next video.