From 12% to 6.7% HbA1c: How I Reversed Diabetes & Revived My Health with FFD

From 12% to 6.7% HbA1c: How I Reversed Diabetes & Revived My Health with FFD

6-year diabetic, now off meds, HbA1c at 6.7 from 12 & microalbumin cut from 65 to 10.

  • Name - Dr. J. Dinakara Adiga
  • Age - 56 Years Young
  • Profession - Director,  ICAR-Directorate of Cashew Research
  • Place - Puttur,Karnataka

Namaste!
I’m Dr. J. Dinakara Adiga, a research director with ICAR. With a stressful role and an unpredictable schedule, I never imagined diabetes would creep up the way it did quietly, silently, and suddenly. But through the FFD program, I’ve managed to turn the tide and rediscover balance in my health and mind.

Key Takeaways

  • HbA1c dropped from 12% to 6.7–6.8%
  • Medication-free twice during journey
  • Weight stabilized at healthy BMI of 21
  • Microalbumin dropped from 65.7 to 10
  • Cholesterol reduced from 200 to 163

My Diabetes Story

My diabetes journey began around 2019, amidst the height of COVID. I was losing weight, constantly tired, extremely thirsty and yet I didn’t expect diabetes. With no family history, the diagnosis came as a surprise.

But I know now what caused it; long work hours, meetings, stress, and a major sweet tooth. I was indulging in sweets, jaggery, and lots of mangoes during lockdown. It all caught up with me.

How FFD Was Introduced & Why I Chose It
 

In 2024, I came across Freedom From Diabetes on Facebook. I was immediately drawn to its scientific, structured, and holistic approach. Unlike medicine-focused treatment, FFD spoke to me body, mind, and lifestyle.

I signed up, motivated to reverse my diabetes through sustainable changes. The logic, the evidence, and the community gave me hope.

Reversal Story

My progress was rapid. Within just 15 days of joining FFD, my sugar levels normalized. I stopped all medicationMetformin 1000 mg per day.

My fasting came down to 80–90 mg/dL, and post-meal levels hovered around 102–105 mg/dL.

Due to professional travel, my routine was occasionally disrupted, leading to temporary fluctuations.

I was briefly advised to be on Glycomet but soon returned to medication-free status through consistent effort.

Today, my HbA1c has reduced from 12% to 6.7–6.8%, a true milestone in my journey.

Other Health Improvements: 

  • Microalbumin: Reduced drastically from 65.7 to 10
  • Cholesterol: Dropped from 200 to 163
  • LDL (bad cholesterol): Went from 130 to 82
  • Vitamin D: Now within healthy range
  • Creatinine: Reduced to 1.2; my doctor expects further improvement
  • My weight stabilized, and my BMI now hovers around 21. 

I feel energetic, alert, and no longer sluggish during the day. Earlier, I would feel sleepy even in meetings. That’s changed completely.

Inner Transformation & Mental Wellness: 

I’ve always had an interest in yoga and had practiced Art of Living techniques before, but FFD’s Inner Transformation sessions gave me fresh tools to manage stress.

Now, I don’t bring work stress home. I sleep peacefully. I no longer get irritated over small things and feel mentally centered even during professional pressures.

Athletic Identity:

Though I was once a university-level cricketer, I don’t play competitive sports now due to time constraints.

But I stay active with:

  • Morning yoga
  • Evening walks
  • Nitric oxide dump exercises
  • Playtime with my puppy, who keeps me physically and mentally engaged

Current Lifestyle & Reflection:

Despite being a senior director managing complex research, I follow FFD's lifestyle protocols as closely as I can.

Even when schedules get hectic, I come back to the plan. That’s how I’ve maintained my gains.

I’m healthier, calmer, and more in control. The program didn’t just treat numbers, it transformed how I live.

Key Quote

"FFD is an excellent holistic program for reversing diabetes."