How a 60-Year-Old Homemaker Lost 7 kg and Reclaimed Control with FFD!
I Brought My HbA1c Down from 8.2 to 7 in1 1 Months With FFD!
- Name - Mrs. Chitra Berry
- Age - 60 Years Young
- Profession - Homemaker
- Place - Gurgaon,Haryana.
Hello, I am Mrs. Chitra Berry, a 60-year-old homemaker from Gurgaon. I have been living with diabetes for more than 14 years. Along with diabetes, I have also been dealing with asthma, anxiety, and chronic body pain. My journey hasn’t been easy, but it has been a journey of persistence, learning, and slowly regaining control over my health.
Key Takeaways
- Diabetic for 14+ years
- HbA1c improved from 8.2 to 7 in 11 months
- Weight reduced from 76 kg to 69 kg in 10 months
- Improved energy levels
- Managing asthma and anxiety alongside diabetes
- Built awareness about food, lifestyle, and discipline
My Diabetes Story
I was diagnosed with diabetes around 14–15 years ago, and I also have a strong family history.
Both my mother and grandmother had diabetes.
Over the years, I started experiencing multiple health issues.
I would feel tired very quickly, had constant anxiety, and also suffered from asthma.
My body pain was severe, especially in my neck, shoulders, and legs. There were days when even basic movement felt difficult.
Despite being on medication, my HbA1c levels kept fluctuating. At the time of joining FFD, my HbA1c was around 8.2.
How was FFD introduced and what made me choose it?
I came to know about FFD through a friend who had seen great results even stopping medications after following the program.
That gave me hope.
I joined with the intention that maybe I could reduce my dependency on medicines and improve my health.
I was already trying, but I needed structured guidance which I received with the Discover Reversal Session.
From the beginning, I felt supported. The doctors, dietitians, and experts were very understanding and helpful.
Mrs. Chitra Berry
My Reversal Story
My journey has been gradual and not perfect but definitely meaningful. One of the biggest visible changes has been my weight loss.
- Earlier weight: 88 kg
- Before FFD: 76 kg
- Current weight: 69 kg
That’s a total loss of nearly 19 kg, and around 7 kg after joining FFD.
My HbA1c has also improved from 8.2 to around 8, though I am still working towards better control.
Due to my asthma, anxiety, and body pain, my progress has been slower compared to others but I have continued without giving up.
I follow the diet sincerely and understand what works for my body.
Challenges I Faced
- This journey was not straightforward.
- Asthma makes intense exercise difficult
- Anxiety affects consistency and routine
- Chronic body pain limits physical activityI find it difficult to fast or stay hungry.
I continued with: - Light walking
- Basic exercises
- Pranayama and breathing practices
- And most importantly I kept going.
Even simple things like fasting or long exercise sessions are challenging for me. But instead of quitting, I adapted.
Athletic Identity
I am still discovering my athletic identity. Due to my health conditions, I keep my activity gentle and sustainable:
- Walking regularly
- Light exercises
- Pranayama and breathing techniques
I also tried swimming and working with a trainer, but due to health interruptions, I had to pause. For me, staying active in whatever way possible is my current goal.
Current Lifestyle & Reflection
Today, I am more aware of my body than ever before.
I follow:
- Structured diet guidance
- Breathing exercises and pranayama
- A more mindful approach to food
- Even though my journey has challenges, I have seen improvements in my energy and overall awareness.
- I may not call it a dramatic reversal yet but I can confidently say I am moving in the right direction.
And that matters.
