How Deepa Malkar Is Reclaiming Her Health Lost 15 kg & Beat Diabetes!
I Brought My HbA1c Down From 9.6 to 6.3 & Quit Cholesterol Meds!
- Name - Mrs. Deepa Malkar
- Age - 50 Years Young
- Profession - Teacher
- Place - Kolhapur,Maharashtra.
I have lived with diabetes for almost 15 years. For a long time, I believed that diabetes was something I simply had to “manage” for life. Freedom From Diabetes helped me see that even after many years, the body can still heal with patience, consistency, and the right guidance.
Key Takeaways
- HbA1c reduced from 9.6 to 6.3 in 1 year
- Weight reduced from 83 kg to 68 kg in 7 months
- Insulin resistance improved from 10 to 4.32
- Diabetes medicine dosage reduced significantly
- Stopped Cholesterol Medication
- Completed Fast for Freedom multiple times (lost 4 kg each time)
- Emotional health, confidence, and fearlessness improved
- Built awareness around food, fasting, and portion control
My Diabetes Story
My diabetes was diagnosed almost casually. In 2010, during a visit to a naturopathy centre, my fasting sugar came out to be around 200. That is when I realised I had diabetes.
I did not experience any major symptoms before or after diagnosis. However, diabetes ran strongly in my family.
My father lived with diabetes for 37 years. Somewhere deep inside, I always knew this was something I needed to take seriously.
My father lived with diabetes for 37 years. Somewhere deep inside, I always knew this was something I needed to take seriously.
For the first 4–5 years, I tried managing diabetes on my own. From around 2016 onwards, I had to start medications.
Over the years, the dosage kept changing, especially during phases like perimenopause and with existing hypothyroidism.
Over the years, the dosage kept changing, especially during phases like perimenopause and with existing hypothyroidism.
How FFD Was Introduced and What Made Me Choose It
I came across Freedom From Diabetes while scrolling through social media reels. What caught my attention initially was the concept of the green smoothie.
Out of curiosity, I started having the smoothie regularly. After 3–4 months, I noticed my HbA1c had come down.
That was a turning point. For the first time, a thought started ringing in my head “Is diabetes actually reversible?”
That was a turning point. For the first time, a thought started ringing in my head “Is diabetes actually reversible?”
No one had ever spoken to me about reversal before.
As I continued watching FFD videos and Dr. Pramod Tripathi’s talks, the logic started making sense.
That is when I decided to enrol in the program, even though I was already on diabetes medication.
As I continued watching FFD videos and Dr. Pramod Tripathi’s talks, the logic started making sense.
That is when I decided to enrol in the program, even though I was already on diabetes medication.
Mrs. Deepa MalkarReversal Journey with FFD
When I joined FFD, my HbA1c was around 9.6. Over time, it came down to 6.3.
One of my biggest achievements was weight loss. I lost nearly 15 kg in 7 months.
For someone who had always struggled with obesity, this change brought immense confidence and relief both physically and emotionally.
For someone who had always struggled with obesity, this change brought immense confidence and relief both physically and emotionally.
My insulin resistance also improved significantly. Before joining, my fasting insulin was around 10.
Today, it is around 4.32 well within the healthy range.
Today, it is around 4.32 well within the healthy range.
My diabetes medicines have not been stopped completely yet, but the dosage has reduced considerably.
With a 15-year history of diabetes, I understand that healing takes time. I am now more patient and focused on long-term consistency rather than quick results.
With a 15-year history of diabetes, I understand that healing takes time. I am now more patient and focused on long-term consistency rather than quick results.
Fast for Freedom Experience
I have completed Fast for Freedom multiple times. Each time, I lost about 4 kg and experienced a feeling of lightness not just in the body, but also in the mind.
Fasting helped me reset, regain discipline, and reconnect with my health goals whenever I felt off track. It reminded me that my body is capable of much more than I once believed.
Emotional Healing & Inner Transformation
One of the most beautiful parts of my journey has been emotional healing. I attended a few sessions with the psychologist and followed journaling practices sincerely.
These sessions helped me let go of expectations, become more fearless, and develop a calmer outlook towards life.
Today, I feel more confident, emotionally balanced, and self-aware something medicines alone could never give.
Today, I feel more confident, emotionally balanced, and self-aware something medicines alone could never give.
Food, Lifestyle & Social Support
Initially, I was extremely focused on my food and lifestyle. For the first few months, I avoided eating out completely.
Later, when I started going out again, my friends were very supportive even choosing vegan options when we went out together.
Later, when I started going out again, my friends were very supportive even choosing vegan options when we went out together.
I shifted away from dairy milk and now use coconut milk. Rice consumption is rare, and even when I go off-diet, I naturally eat smaller portions.
The cravings that once controlled me no longer have the same power.
The cravings that once controlled me no longer have the same power.
Athletic Identity
Over the years, I have practiced strength training, cardio, and Surya Namaskar. At one point during my journey, I could comfortably do 54–58 Surya Namaskars.
The past year has been challenging due to personal and health fluctuations, but I am committed to getting back on track in 2026 with renewed motivation and consistency.
FFD Health Retreat (FHR)
I have attended the FFD Health Retreat three times. Each visit helps me reconnect with the community, the doctors, and the philosophy of FFD.
Listening to other participants’ journeys motivates me deeply.
Even when I am not active on WhatsApp groups or social media, FHR helps me realign, recharge, and recommit to my health journey.
Even when I am not active on WhatsApp groups or social media, FHR helps me realign, recharge, and recommit to my health journey.
Current Lifestyle & Reflection
Today, my fasting sugar readings are far better than before. Even with thyroid medication at a minimal dose, my overall health parameters are improving.
I have learnt that with long-standing diabetes, healing takes time but it does happen when you stay consistent.
I no longer chase perfection. I focus on awareness, discipline, and self-compassion.
I no longer chase perfection. I focus on awareness, discipline, and self-compassion.
