How an Associate Professor from Ahmedabad Lost 12 Kg, Cleared His GTT, and Reversed Diabetes Without Medicines

How an Associate Professor from Ahmedabad Lost 12 Kg, Cleared His GTT, and Reversed Diabetes Without Medicines

I Quit All My Diabetes Meds Within Just 15 Days Thanks to FFD!

  • Name - Mr. Sharad Seth
  • Age - 60 Years Young
  • Profession -  Associate Professor
  • Place - Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
Hello all, I am Sharad Seth from Ahmedabad. For years, I believed that diabetes was something I simply had to live with.
As an associate professor with a largely sedentary routine, my weight gradually increased and my blood sugar levels followed. Although I joined Freedom From Diabetes (FFD) once before, the disruptions caused by the pandemic prevented me from fully implementing the program.
In 2025, I decided to give another chance.
 
Key Takeaways:
  • Reduced HbA1c from 8 to 5.6 in 7 months
  • Stopped diabetes medicines in 15 days of joining FFD
  • Weight reduced from 84 kg to 72 kg in 7 months 
  • Cleared GTT successfully
  • Lost 4 kg with 9-days FFF
  • Fatty liver markers improved significantly
  • Improved digestion and reduced constipation
  • Became more energetic and physically active
  • Performs yoga, swimming, and strength-focused activities regularly
  • Completed Fast for Freedom twice and preparing for a third round

My Diabetes Story

I was diagnosed with diabetes around six years ago.

Unlike many people, I didn't have any major symptoms such as excessive thirst or frequent urination.

My diagnosis happened during a routine health check-up when elevated blood sugar levels were detected.

There was no family history of diabetes. My parents never had diabetes, even at an advanced age.

When I reflected on the possible causes, I realized that my lifestyle had become increasingly sedentary.

As an associate professor, most of my day involved sitting, preparing lectures, teaching, and working at a desk.

Over the years, my weight gradually increased and eventually reached close to 89 kg.

I would often feel sleepy, sluggish, and low on energy, but I never connected those signs to my health until diabetes entered my life.

How Was FFD Introduced and What Made Me Choose It?

My first introduction to Freedom From Diabetes happened in 2020 when Dr. Pramod Tripathi conducted a session at Ahmedabad Management Association.

My wife and I attended the seminar and immediately registered because the scientific explanation made sense.

Unfortunately, COVID disrupted everything soon afterward. While we tried to follow the program, the pandemic made consistency difficult.

In February 2025, both of us decided to rejoin FFD through Batch 129 and give the program another sincere attempt.

This time, I was determined to follow the protocols properly. What impressed me most was the structured support system.

There were regular consultations, follow-ups, educational sessions, expert guidance, and continuous motivation. I felt supported throughout the journey.

Mr. Sharad Seth

My Reversal Story

When I joined FFD again, I was taking Metformin for diabetes.

Within just 15 days of following the program, my doctor advised me to stop the medication and transition completely to lifestyle-based management.

That was a huge turning point. I started paying close attention to my food choices.

I eliminated unhealthy snacks, reduced unnecessary oils and processed foods, and incorporated healthier options such as drumstick soup and bottle gourd soup.

My wife played a major role in supporting these changes at home. One of the biggest milestones in my journey was clearing my GTT (Glucose Tolerance Test).

Earlier, I used to avoid attempting it because I was afraid of the result.

But after following the FFD protocols sincerely, I successfully cleared it a moment that gave me tremendous confidence.

My reports also showed significant improvements in several health parameters.

The fatty liver markers that were previously elevated improved dramatically.

My cholesterol ratios moved closer to normal ranges, and my digestion improved substantially.

For years, I struggled with constipation. Today, that issue has reduced significantly.

Most importantly, I feel energetic throughout the day.

The tiredness and sluggishness that once felt normal are now gone.

Fast for FreedomExperience

I completed the Fast for Freedom challenge twice and am preparing for my third round.

The first couple of days were challenging, but once ketosis began, I experienced a completely different level of energy and mental clarity.

One unexpected change was emotional balance.

My wife noticed that I became much calmer during fasting periods. Situations that would previously irritate me no longer triggered the same reaction.

Each fasting cycle helped me lose around 4 kg and improved both my physical and mental well-being.

The experience strengthened my confidence in the body's ability to heal when given the right environment.

Athletic Identity

As part of the FFD journey, I became far more active than before.

For years, knee pain limited my movement and discouraged me from exercising regularly.

Today, that pain has almost disappeared.

My routine now includes
  • Yoga
  • Stretching
  • Swimming
  • Walking.

I currently swim around half a kilometer regularly and am working toward increasing that distance to one kilometer.

I can comfortably walk for an hour without discomfort, something that wasn't possible before.

My target now is to reach 70 kg and then shift my focus toward building strength and muscle health.

Current Lifestyle & Reflection

The biggest lesson I learned is that success comes from consistency.

FFD gave me the knowledge, structure, and support, but the real transformation happened when I started following the protocols sincerely.

The program helped me lose nearly 12 kg, reduce body fat significantly, improve my digestion, reverse my dependency on medicines, and regain confidence in my health.

At 60 years of age, I feel healthier, more energetic, and more optimistic than I have in years.

Both my wife and I continue to follow the lifestyle together, and that shared commitment has made the journey even more meaningful.

Key Quote

"Freedom From Diabetes is an excellent program not only for people with diabetes but for anyone who wants better health, more energy, and a healthier weight. If you sincerely follow the protocols, the results will come. My diabetes medicines stopped, my weight reduced, my GTT was cleared, and my health improved in ways I never expected."