How an Assistant Professor from Pune Improved Diabetes, Thyroid & Weight Through Lifestyle Changes with FFD
I Quit My Diabetes Meds Improved My Thyroid With FFD!
- Name - Mrs. Soudamini Tanaji Somvanshi
- Age - 47 Years Young
- Profession - Assistant Professor
- Place - Pune, Maharashtra.
Key Takeaways
- Reduced HbA1c from 6.8 to 5.8 in 10 months
- Weight reduced from 58 kg to 52 kg in 4 months
- Off Diabetes Meds in 10 months
- TSH improved from 6.104 to 3.155
- Reduced weight from 58 kg to 52 kg
- Improved VLDL, triglycerides, and kidney markers
- Learned food label reading, meal discipline, and food awareness
- Benefited deeply from Inner Transformation sessions
My Diabetes Story
Around 3–4 years ago, I started facing excessive menstrual bleeding issues.
During medical investigations, I was diagnosed not only with diabetes but also thyroid issues.
During medical investigations, I was diagnosed not only with diabetes but also thyroid issues.
PCOD was already present, and later I also realized that many symptoms I was experiencing like fatigue and weakness were not only due to my orthopedic issues but also connected to diabetes.
I also have a family history of diabetes. My mother has been diabetic for over 20 years, so somewhere I knew I had a higher risk.
Apart from diabetes, I was already dealing with osteoarthritis and symptoms similar to rheumatoid arthritis, though my tests were negative.
This made physical activity challenging and often left me feeling exhausted.
This made physical activity challenging and often left me feeling exhausted.
How Was FFD Introduced and What Made Me Choose It?
A friend shared a YouTube interview of Dr. Pramod Tripathi with me.
Before joining FFD, I had already consulted another diabetologist who focused on diabetes management through diet.
Before joining FFD, I had already consulted another diabetologist who focused on diabetes management through diet.
That doctor helped me understand the importance of protein, and I even introduced eggs into my diet after being a pure vegetarian for years.
I noticed some weight loss, which gave me confidence that diabetes could be managed naturally.
I noticed some weight loss, which gave me confidence that diabetes could be managed naturally.
But what truly attracted me to FFD was Dr. Pramod Tripathi’s confidence while talking about reversing diabetes not just controlling it.
Living with diabetes often feels restrictive. You constantly feel like 90% of foods are off-limits.
I wanted freedom from these limitations and a sustainable lifestyle.
I wanted freedom from these limitations and a sustainable lifestyle.
My Reversal Story
When I joined FFD, my HbA1c was 6.8, and now it has improved to 5.8.
I was taking two diabetes tablets daily before joining.
One medicine was stopped quite quickly after joining the program, while the second was reduced significantly.
One medicine was stopped quite quickly after joining the program, while the second was reduced significantly.
Though I could not fully continue exercise due to joint pain and orthopedic issues, I still managed to lose 6 kg, going from 58 kg to 52 kg, largely through dietary changes alone.
Some of my biggest improvements included:
- Better thyroid function (TSH improved from 6.104 to 3.155)
- Improved kidney marker awareness
- Significant reduction in VLDL and triglyceride ratios
- Better food awareness and meal discipline
One of the biggest learnings for me was that diabetes management is not just about “avoiding sugar.”
FFD helped break many myths for me especially around breakfast, snacking, packaged foods, and reading nutrition labels.
As a vegetarian and rice lover, I especially appreciated learning hacks and strategies to still enjoy my favorite foods mindfully.
The smoothie has been one of the most beneficial additions to my routine.
My husband also started having it with me every morning, and he ended up losing 6–8 kg too even without officially joining the program.
My husband also started having it with me every morning, and he ended up losing 6–8 kg too even without officially joining the program.
So yes, one FFD member can unintentionally transform the whole household.
Athletic Identity
Initially, during the first 3 months, I followed the program very sincerely and practiced Surya Namaskar regularly.
However, later due to work stress, professional commitments, Diwali disruptions, and ongoing joint pain, consistency became difficult.
Because of ankle pain, foot pain, osteoarthritis, and RA-like symptoms, walking and running are not easy for me.
I now believe my long-term athletic identity may be strength-based exercises or gym-based activity suited to my physical limitations.
Inner Transformation & Emotional Growth
The Inner Transformation sessions with Paramita Ma’am were one of the most meaningful parts of my journey.
At that point in my life, I really needed emotional support, and her sessions came as a blessing.
One activity she gave me was to write down 20 qualities about myself.
Surprisingly, I could barely think of 2–3. That made me realize how little self-appreciation I had.
Her sessions taught me an important lesson
Surprisingly, I could barely think of 2–3. That made me realize how little self-appreciation I had.
Her sessions taught me an important lesson
- Small shifts in self-love and self-recognition can create huge changes internally.
- This emotional work was deeply valuable for me.
I now consciously try to practice what I learned, whether through reflection, awareness, or small mindful habits.
Current Lifestyle & Reflection
Today, I am far more aware of what I eat, what I buy, and how food affects my body.
Some of my biggest lifestyle changes include:
- Reading food labels carefully
- Being disciplined with meals
- Having daily smoothies
- Better food choices as a vegetarian
- Greater awareness around thyroid-supportive eating
The program helped me understand that diabetes reversal is not only about food it is about transforming your entire lifestyle.
