I was diagnosed with diabetes over a year ago and put on the metformin. I went to a Endocrinologist who specialises in Diabetes. As I was obese also, she told me I could have the gastric bypass surgery or go on a diet. I chose the diet and she scheduled me an appointment with a clinic where they explained a diet called the HMR. I started it last July and have lost over 90 pounds so far. It is a little expensive, but, they teach you new or improved eating habits which include a lot of fruits and vegetables. It is a big learning experience, as they encourage you to eat more of the right foods, more times a day, which means you are generally full and therefore not as tempted to eat the junk food. I have learned when I eat more fruits and vegetables I am fuller and feel better. the goal is to eat at least 5 servings of the a day, which is a lot and works for staying full which makes it easier to stay out of the junk food. I also have started a exercise routine that has become a habit, move everyday. Even if it is a 10 minute walk, just make sure that everyday you do something. Then after a while you just do it everyday. you feel better both mentally and physically.