From Insulin Dependence to a Stronger Me: My FFD Transformation at 60

Pooja Shah’s transformation from insulin dependence to better health

Name - Mrs. Pooja Shah
Age - 60 Years Young
Profession - Homemaker & Yoga Teacher
Place - Mumbai, Maharashtra.

At 60, I wanted more than better sugar numbers. I wanted to feel energetic, active and in control of my health again. I had experienced gestational diabetes during pregnancy, and my mother was also diabetic. When my HbA1c reached around 8.5% and I was put on insulin, I knew it was time to take charge of my health. That is when my journey with Freedom From Diabetes began.

Key Takeaways

• HbA1c improved from 8.5% to around 6.5%

• Weight reduced from 57 kg to around 50 kg

• Constipation improved by nearly 90%

• Significant improvement in metabolic health markers

• Became more active through yoga, strength training and walking

My Diabetes Story

I had experienced gestational diabetes earlier, but over the years, diabetes became a growing concern.

I often felt hungry and wanted to rest rather than stay active.

A liver-related problem had also been detected around two years earlier.

When I joined FFD, I was taking insulin, with injections required in both the morning and evening at one stage.

I wanted to understand my body better and find a sustainable way forward.

How I Found FFD

I discovered Freedom From Diabetes through Facebook.

I already knew about Dr. Pramod Tripathi, which gave me confidence in the programme.

I decided to trust the process and commit to changing my lifestyle.

Mrs. Pooja Shah

My Reversal Journey

The transformation showed in my health numbers:

• HbA1c: 8.5% → 6.5%

• Weight: 57 kg → 50 kg

• SGOT/SGPT ratio: 1.12 → 0.89

• Total cholesterol/HDL ratio: 5.38 → 2.89

• Triglyceride/HDL ratio: 3.49 → 1.6

• Constipation improved by nearly 90%

My other medicines have reduced, while my insulin continues to be adjusted under medical guidance.

Inner Transformation

My psychology session with Purvi was a 10/10 experience. I learnt goal-setting, square breathing and stress-management techniques.

These helped me become calmer and more aware of my thoughts and habits.

Athletic Identity

Fitness has become part of my daily life. I practise yoga, Pranayama, Surya Namaskar and strength exercises.

I also take a 30–40-minute evening walk. Today, I can complete 12 Surya Namaskars in one go and feel capable of doing even more.

Current Lifestyle

I have started attending yoga classes as a student and plan to return to regular gym training.

At 60, I feel stronger, more active and more confident about what my body can achieve.