I Reversed 23 Years of Diabetes & Got Off Insulin at 72 with FFD
From 2–3 units insulin daily to freedom in 3 months – I reversed diabetes with FFD at 72
- Name - Mrs. Kalaichelvi Prakasam
- Age - 72 Years Young
- Profession - Rtd. Teacher
- Place - Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Hello, I’m Mrs. Kalaichelvi Prakasam, a retired English teacher from Coimbatore. I lived with diabetes for 23 years. At 72, I can finally say I am off insulin, living freely, and feeling stronger than ever, thanks to FFD.
Key Takeaways
- Off insulin within 3 months of joining FFD
- HbA1c dropped from 8 to 6.0
- Creatinine reduced from 4.9 to 3.03
- Weight: Lost 5 kg (from 56 to 51 kg, mostly due to kidney issues)
My Diabetes Story
I was diagnosed in 2002 during a routine check-up. There were no symptoms, but with both my parents being diabetic, I knew the risks.
For years, I managed with lifestyle changes and low-dose insulin just 2 to 3 units daily, sometimes even less.
For years, I managed with lifestyle changes and low-dose insulin just 2 to 3 units daily, sometimes even less.
But diabetes doesn’t stay quiet. In 2023, after ignoring a urinary infection, I had to be hospitalized for 20 days.
The infection impacted my kidneys, leading to high creatinine and a long recovery. That health scare made me realise I needed a better, more holistic approach.
The infection impacted my kidneys, leading to high creatinine and a long recovery. That health scare made me realise I needed a better, more holistic approach.
How FFD Was Introduced and What Made Me Choose It?
I came across Freedom from Diabetes and joined their Holistic Transformation Program (HTP) in September 2023.
A few months later, I attended their in-person Trans-Residential Program (TRP) in Pune and that was a turning point.
A few months later, I attended their in-person Trans-Residential Program (TRP) in Pune and that was a turning point.
Compared to the earlier strict program I’d tried, FFD’s approach felt realistic and doable. I could eat balanced meals, salads, brown rice, vegetables and still see results.
Mrs. Kalaichelvi Prakasam
Reversal Story
Before FFD, I was on insulin daily. After TRP, I came off insulin completely.
My HbA1c is now stable at 6.0, and I only take a half tablet of diabetes medicine occasionally during weddings or if I’ve had a heavy meal.
My HbA1c is now stable at 6.0, and I only take a half tablet of diabetes medicine occasionally during weddings or if I’ve had a heavy meal.
My kidney reports have also improved. Creatinine has reduced from a high of 4.9 to 3.03.
I’ve also been taking reinjections to improve my haemoglobin, which had dropped to 8.5, and that’s helping me regain energy.
I’ve also been taking reinjections to improve my haemoglobin, which had dropped to 8.5, and that’s helping me regain energy.
Athletic Identity
I may not call myself an athlete, but I’m highly active. I go to the gym with my daughter, where I use the rowing machine, treadmill, elliptical, and cycle for 15 minutes each.
I also do Surya Namaskars and climb stairs daily. Physical activity keeps me going no matter the age.
I also do Surya Namaskars and climb stairs daily. Physical activity keeps me going no matter the age.
Current Lifestyle & Reflection
I feel happy. I feel light. I feel free. I practice Sambhavi Mahamudra (learned from Isha Yoga), visit temples regularly, and stay spiritually grounded.
I do get tempted by food sometimes, especially when living with family but I’m conscious and try to balance things out.
I know that living alone would make it easier to stick to the plan, but I’m managing.
I know that living alone would make it easier to stick to the plan, but I’m managing.
