** 1. since weight is not mentioned but as the said medicine [metformin] is given after consultation with doctor which implies you are slightly overweight along with insulin resistance. 2. Since the diagnosis was made after Investigation thus it is wise to check with a diabetes specialist, who will look clinically for: . Weight . blood pressure . Examination of peripheral pulses on the legs. . Examination of the feet: especially the inter digital spaces and soles, for infections, ulcer and sensory loss 3. say NO to: Sugar, all sweets, cakes, sweetened biscuits-drinks, sweet fruits like mangoes and grapes, jam,honey, canned sweet fruits. 4. Eat in Plenty: all leafy vegetables, tomato, cucumber, brinjal, cauliflower, lady s finger, soup [tomato/vegetable], butter milk, sugar free drinks, tea/coffee with sweeteners, all cereals, sprouted pulses. 5. Eat restricted quantities: chapati, bread, corn flour, plain or salted biscuits, rice, meat, eggs, chicken, fish, skimmed milk. 6. Regularize timings and quantity of meals. . be careful in festivals and marriages, compensate for extra sweets by reducing previous and subsequent meals. . do not remain starving for long periods . avoid alcoholic drinks. 7. wash the feet daily, dry them, inspect them & then sprinkle lot of talcum powder. . avoid walking barefoot, even at home. . wear soft cotton socks and canvas shoes, avoid tight fitting shoes and chappals. . cut nails carefully and always after bath, when they are soft. 8. Since I m not known to Siddha Medicines [which you are undertaking], kindly consult your Siddha Doctor for any drug drug interactions between the two systems of medicines.