How Prasad Todkar from Pune Fought Diabetes in 8 Months and Became Medicine-Free Without Major Weight Loss

How Prasad Todkar from Pune Fought Diabetes in 8 Months and Became Medicine-Free Without Major Weight Loss

I Quit 1700 mg/Day of Diabetes Meds in 8 Months With FFD!

  • Name - Mr. Prasad Chandrakant Todkar
  • Age - 46 Years Young
  • Profession -  Banker 
  • Place - Pune, Maharashtra.
Hello, I am Prasad Chandrakant Todkar, 46 years old, from Pune. I work as a banker, and my diabetes journey started unexpectedly during a routine check-up before COVID. What followed was a shift not just in my health but in my entire understanding of lifestyle and discipline.
 
Key Takeaways
  • Diabetic for 7 Years
  • HbA1c reduced from 7 to 5.9 in 11 months
  • Stopped 1700 mg daily medication in 8 months
  • Improved cholesterol ratios significantly
  • Maintained weight while gaining muscle
  • Built a consistent fitness routine

My Diabetes Story

My diabetes was diagnosed during a routine health check-up.

I didn’t have any major symptoms except frequent acidity, which I didn’t initially connect to anything serious.

With a family history of diabetes, I knew I had to be careful but like many, I didn’t fully understand how to manage it effectively in the beginning.

How Was FFD Introduced and What Made Me Choose It?

I came across Freedom From Diabetes through YouTube and social media.

Curious to know more, I even visited the office expecting a one-on-one consultation.

That’s when I understood that this was not a quick fix, it was a structured program.

That clarity made me take the decision to join and commit to the process.
Mr. Prasad Chandrakant Todkar

My Reversal Story

When I joined, my HbA1c was around 7, and I was taking Glycomet 850 mg twice daily (around 1700 mg per day).

After joining FFD, my medication was gradually reduced, and within 9 months, I became completely medicine-free. Today, my HbA1c is 5.9 without any medication.

What makes my journey unique is that my transformation did not rely on major weight loss.

My weight remained almost stable (68 kg to 67 kg), but my body composition improved significantly.

Through regular exercise, I gained muscle, became fitter, and noticed a visible improvement in my body shape and strength.

My cholesterol levels also improved, with better HDL-LDL ratios, reflecting an overall healthier system.

Athletic Identity

Fitness has now become a key part of my life. I regularly go to the gym and include strength training in my routine.

Along with that, I enjoy trekking and exploring nature.

I have completed treks like the Vasota Fort trek and visited places like Golconda fort, and Bhandardara which keep me physically active and mentally refreshed.

Current Lifestyle & Reflection

One of the biggest changes in my life is awareness. I now clearly understand what to eat, how to eat, and how my choices impact my health.

This journey taught me that diabetes management is not just about losing weight it’s about building the right habits and consistency.

Today, I feel fitter, stronger, and more confident in managing my health without dependency on medicines.

Key Quote

“It is truly freedom from medicine.”