I Reversed Diabetes Twice, Lost 20 Kg, and Cleared My GTT with FFD
From 8.8 HbA1c to GTT Cleared – I’m Medication-Free and Running 10Ks
- Name - Mr. Abhinay Shankara
- Age - 38 Years Young
- Profession - Software Professional
- Place - Bengaluru, Karnataka
I’m Abhinay Shankara, a 38-year-old software professional from Bengaluru. After seven years of struggling with diabetes and lifestyle stress, Freedom from Diabetes helped me break through my fears, reclaim my health, and discover the runner in me.
Key Takeaways
- Diagnosed with diabetes in 2018 (HbA1c ~8)
- HbA1c rose to 8.8 again in 2023 after relapse
- Brought HbA1c down to 5.1
- Lost 20 kg (from 90 to 70 kg)
- Completed 10K run and cleared GTT
- Now medicine-free and training for half marathon
My Diabetes Story
I was diagnosed in 2018 at just 31, after sudden shooting pain in my soles. My lifestyle as a tech professional, long sedentary hours, stress, and unhealthy eating had caught up with me. I was also overweight, touching 82–89 kg at my peak. With a family history of diabetes, I knew I had to act fast.
How I Found FFD
In 2020, while living in the US, my wife discovered FFD. We were inspired by Dr. Pramod Tripathi’s message and joined the IRP-68 batch in March 2021.First Reversal Phase
- Following FFD’s protocols,
- I Stopped all medication within a month
- Dropped my HbA1c to 5.1
- Lost 20 kg
- Gained energy and confidence
- The transformation was so visible that people around me were shocked!
Relapse and Wake-up Call
In late 2021, I was emotionally derailed due to a personal situation. I couldn’t stick to the FFD routine. My weight rose to 84 kg and HbA1c to 8.8 by June 2023. Leg pain returned, and a severe B12 deficiency affected my overall health. That was my wake-up call.
Mr.Abhinay Shankara
Second Reversal: Stronger and Wiser
- I rejoined FFD with more discipline.
- Stopped all diabetes and cholesterol meds within 2 months
- Ran my first 10K in 1 hr 18 mins in Oct 2024
- Cleared GTT
- Now weigh 70 kg and feel stronger than ever
- Athletic Identity: Runner & Gym Enthusiast
- Running became my new identity.
- I now run 10K thrice a week
- Completed my last 10K in 59 mins (goal: 55)
- Strength training: leg press 120 kg, now shifted to endurance focus
- Preparing for half marathon in Sept 2025
Inner Transformation
I worked with Kavita Modi during IT sessions. She helped me process grief and rebuild structure. The prayer of serenity, breathwork, and mental clarity gave me inner peace and power. Though I paused meditation for early morning runs, the foundation remains strong.
FFD Support & Legends Group
The support I received from the FFD team and community was incredible. Weekly motivation from the FFD Legends Group keeps me accountable.
I’ve found inspiration in role models like Ankush Lokhande, Sumit, and many others whose stories prove what’s possible with focus and consistency.
I’ve found inspiration in role models like Ankush Lokhande, Sumit, and many others whose stories prove what’s possible with focus and consistency.
Encouraging conversations with Dr. Shubhankar helped sharpen my performance, mindset, and belief system.
Current Lifestyle & Reflection
- Off all diabetes and cholesterol meds
- Natural cholesterol care with garlic
- Eating guilt-free with balance
- Clear-headed, energized, and mentally focused
