If your main concern is dark spots or melasma, Kojic Acid is your solution
Research shows it can delay sleep onset and reduce deep sleep when consumed too late in the day
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A clinical study demonstrated (Tung-Sheng et al., 2011) that a 1:1 mixture of epigallocatechin-3-gallate and Amla (Emblica officinalis) significantly enhanced antioxidant defenses in patients with diabetic nephropathy, synergistically improving clinical outcomes
For the first time, I decided to log my food to calculate my calories
However, starting with an SGLT2 inhibitor or a GLP-1 RA in an individual who is intolerant to metformin (primarily diarrhea) is a good choice, and even in the future we may see large diabetes organizations recommending these two classes as first line therapy once they get less expensive.