20 Years of Diabetes, One Complete Metamorphosis
I Quit 20 Years of Diabetes Meds in Just 3 Months!
- Name - Dr. Sunil Wasudeo Kolte
- Age - 61 Years Young
- Profession - Veterinary & Bio-professional (Veterinary Diagnostic Lab Owner)
- Place - Nagpur, Maharashtra.
My journey with diabetes began unexpectedly, and for years, I believed medication was the only way forward.
Key Takeaways
- Reduced Metformin 1000 mg daily after 20 years
- HbA1c improved from 7.2 to 6.3 in 8 months
- Weight reduced from 65 to 58 in 8 months
- Cleared IGT
- Waist Size: 36 inches to <32 inches
- Chronic sleepiness completely resolved
- Energy, posture, and overall fitness significantly improved
- Adopted yoga, gym, and cycling as a sustainable lifestyle
My Diabetes Story
My diabetes was diagnosed nearly 20 years ago, after I was treated with steroids for bronchitis.
Soon after, my blood sugar shot up to 350–360, and I was immediately started on anti-diabetic medication.
Soon after, my blood sugar shot up to 350–360, and I was immediately started on anti-diabetic medication.
Over the years, despite regular medication, I experienced constant hunger, excessive eating, post-meal drowsiness, weakness, and lack of enthusiasm.
I would feel sleepy even during work meetings and often preferred resting over social activity.
I would feel sleepy even during work meetings and often preferred resting over social activity.
How Was FFD Introduced & Why I Chose It
I joined FFD when my HbA1c was 7.2, still dependent on medication.
What attracted me was the scientific, structured approach that focused on food, fitness, and habits, not just medicines.
What attracted me was the scientific, structured approach that focused on food, fitness, and habits, not just medicines.
My Transformation Story
After following the FFD protocols, my HbA1c came down to 6.3 from 7.2, along with a steady reduction in weight from around 65 kg to 58 kg.
My waist size reduced from 36 inches to under 32 inches, and the pot belly that had troubled me for years reduced significantly.
My waist size reduced from 36 inches to under 32 inches, and the pot belly that had troubled me for years reduced significantly.
One of the biggest changes I noticed was the complete disappearance of persistent daytime sleepiness.
My energy levels improved drastically, and today I feel alert, enthusiastic, and physically active throughout the day.
My energy levels improved drastically, and today I feel alert, enthusiastic, and physically active throughout the day.
Athletic Identity
My fitness routine now includes:
- Daily yoga as per the FFD app
- Gym workouts (40–45 minutes)
- Cycling ~10 km regularly
- Fitness has become a daily habit, not a task.
Current Lifestyle & Reflection
Though retired from government teaching service, I continue running my veterinary diagnostic lab with full energy.
I follow the FFD diet strictly, avoid rice, stay active, and regularly monitor my sugars which remain stable.
There is no fatigue, no drowsiness, and no burden in this lifestyle.
There is no fatigue, no drowsiness, and no burden in this lifestyle.