How Giridher Took Charge of High HbA1c Through Lifestyle and Learning with FFD
I Dropped My HbA1c from 11.7 to 6.4 in 10 Months Thanks to FFD!
- Name - Mr. Giridher
- Age - 35 Years Young
- Profession - Software Engineer
- Place - Hyderabad,Telangana.
Key Takeaways
- HbA1c reduced from 11.7 to 6.4 in 10 months
- Weight reduced from 65 kg to 59 kg in 2 months
- Lipid profile improved significantly
- Completed 9-day fasting and lost 2 kg
- Better energy, digestion, and metabolic health
- Built a sustainable routine despite a busy IT career
My Diabetes Story
My diabetes was discovered incidentally when I went for a medical test related to a term insurance plan.
I did not have any noticeable symptoms at the time, but the numbers were alarming.
I did not have any noticeable symptoms at the time, but the numbers were alarming.
With both my parents living with diabetes, I knew this wasn’t something I could ignore.
I wanted to understand what was happening inside my body and how I could manage it long term, not just temporarily suppress it.
I wanted to understand what was happening inside my body and how I could manage it long term, not just temporarily suppress it.
How Was FFD Introduced and What Made Me Choose It?
I was exploring multiple online programs and attended several sessions before coming across Freedom From Diabetes.
What stood out for me was the focus on education and overall healing.
FFD was not just about medicines or numbers, it talked about understanding the body, improving lifestyle, incorporating meditation, and building awareness.
That complete approach made sense to me and convinced me to join.
FFD was not just about medicines or numbers, it talked about understanding the body, improving lifestyle, incorporating meditation, and building awareness.
That complete approach made sense to me and convinced me to join.
My Reversal & Improvement Journey
At the time of joining, my HbA1c was around 11.7, which was quite high.
Based on this, the medical team advised me to start medications Reklide MR 30 and Metformin 500 along with lifestyle correction.
Based on this, the medical team advised me to start medications Reklide MR 30 and Metformin 500 along with lifestyle correction.
Over time, with structured nutrition, fasting protocols, and consistent activity, my HbA1c came down to 6.4.
My triglycerides and VLDL cholesterol levels, which were earlier elevated, have now returned to the normal range.
My triglycerides and VLDL cholesterol levels, which were earlier elevated, have now returned to the normal range.
Weight, Fasting & Metabolic Health
Even though I was lean, I still lost around 6 kg, moving from 65 kg to 59 kg.
More importantly, I felt lighter internally, better digestion, improved gut health, and increased daily energy.
More importantly, I felt lighter internally, better digestion, improved gut health, and increased daily energy.
I participated in Fast for Freedom twice. I completed the full 9 days once and experienced a 2 kg weight reduction along with noticeable metabolic benefits.
The second time, work commitments limited completion, but the learning stayed with me.
The second time, work commitments limited completion, but the learning stayed with me.
Athletic Identity
I prefer a balanced and realistic approach to fitness.
- Regular walking, often with music
- Strength training at home
A self-designed routine that fits into a busy professional schedule
Instead of pushing aggressively, I chose consistency and that has worked well for me.
Current Lifestyle & Reflection
FFD helped me shift my perspective from “managing a disease” to understanding my body.
The program empowered me with knowledge, discipline, and flexibility without fear or pressure.
The program empowered me with knowledge, discipline, and flexibility without fear or pressure.
