How a Homemaker from Mumbai Lost 12 kg and Transformed Her Lifestyle After 26 Years of Diabetes with FFD
I Dropped A Whopping 12 kg in 5 Months with FFD!
- Name - Mrs. Gayatri Abhijeet Naik
- Age - 53 Years Young
- Profession - Homemaker
- Place - Mumba,Maharashtra.
I have been living with diabetes for almost 26 years. It was detected within a year of my marriage after a miscarriage, and since then, diabetes had become a constant part of my life.
For years, I followed the usual routine medicines, regular HbA1c tests, and doctor visits every few months.
But somewhere deep inside, I always wished to understand diabetes better and work on improving my health naturally.
That is when I discovered Freedom From Diabetes.
Key Takeaways
- Living with diabetes for 26 years
- Weight reduced from 63 kg to nearly 51 kg in 5 months
- HbA1c reduced from 8.7 to 8 in 6 months
- Adopted a healthier, mostly vegan lifestyle
- Continues yoga, walking, meditation, and mindful eating
- Reduced overthinking and emotional stress through FFD practices
- Inspired entire family to follow healthier eating habits
My Diabetes Story
My diabetes journey began almost 26 years ago.
It was detected after I had a miscarriage within the first year of my marriage.
Since I already had a family history of diabetes, the diagnosis did not come completely unexpectedly, but emotionally it was still difficult.
Since I already had a family history of diabetes, the diagnosis did not come completely unexpectedly, but emotionally it was still difficult.
For many years, I continued taking medicines and managing diabetes in the conventional way.
Every few months, I would visit my diabetologist, get my HbA1c checked, and continue the same cycle.
There were no major symptoms initially, but over time I realized that I wanted more than just “managing” diabetes. I wanted to improve my overall health and lifestyle.
How was FFD introduced and what made me choose it?
I came across Freedom From Diabetes through YouTube.
I used to watch Dr. Pramod Tripathi’s videos regularly, and the concept of naturally working on diabetes deeply connected with me.
I used to watch Dr. Pramod Tripathi’s videos regularly, and the concept of naturally working on diabetes deeply connected with me.
My only thought before joining was simple: “I want to eradicate diabetes naturally.”
I wanted to learn how food, lifestyle, exercise, and mindset could support better health beyond medicines.
Mrs. Gayatri Abhijeet NaikReversal Story
Although my diabetes journey is long-standing and still ongoing, FFD brought several meaningful changes into my life.
The biggest visible transformation was my weight loss.
I reduced from 63 kg to almost 51 kg, losing nearly 12 kg naturally through lifestyle changes and disciplined eating.
I reduced from 63 kg to almost 51 kg, losing nearly 12 kg naturally through lifestyle changes and disciplined eating.
Along the way, I also shifted toward a mostly vegan lifestyle.
Initially, adapting to plant-based alternatives like soy milk was difficult for me because I was very fond of regular tea with milk.
Slowly, however, I started making healthier adjustments that became sustainable over time.
Slowly, however, I started making healthier adjustments that became sustainable over time.
One challenge during the program was a severe shoulder issue caused by calcification in my tendon.
Because of the pain, I could not perform many muscle-gaining exercises recommended in the app.
At one point, I lost muscle mass and became extremely thin.
Because of the pain, I could not perform many muscle-gaining exercises recommended in the app.
At one point, I lost muscle mass and became extremely thin.
Despite these difficulties, I continued whatever movement was possible for me; yoga, walking, light exercises, and mindful eating.
Even today, I continue working toward improving my health further and achieving my next targets.
Athletic Identity
Yoga has become an important part of my daily life.
Although my shoulder restricted some movements, I still continued practicing yoga through modified methods.
Currently, I perform:
- Daily Yogasanas
- Brisk walking
- Standing Surya Namaskars
- Wall push-ups
- Sun exposure practices
Even with limitations, I never completely stopped moving.
That consistency helped me stay mentally and physically active throughout the journey.
That consistency helped me stay mentally and physically active throughout the journey.
Inner Transformation & Emotional Healing
One of the most beautiful changes I experienced through FFD was emotional healing.
Earlier, I used to overthink a lot. If someone said something hurtful or if any stressful situation happened, I would keep thinking about it repeatedly.
The meditation and inner transformation sessions helped me learn the art of letting go.
Now, I feel emotionally lighter and calmer.
I no longer hold on to negative thoughts for long, and that has positively impacted my overall wellbeing.
Current Lifestyle & Reflection
Today, healthy living has become a habit not just for me, but for my entire family.
As the person who cooks at home, I now prepare meals differently for everyone:
- Seeds before meals
- Salads
- Dal combinations
- Healthier grain choices
- Mindful eating patterns
FFD completely changed the way I look at food and health. What I appreciate most is that the program does not make you feel deprived.
Instead, it teaches you how to eat healthy foods in the right way and build habits that can be followed long-term.
Instead, it teaches you how to eat healthy foods in the right way and build habits that can be followed long-term.
Even after so many years of diabetes, I now feel there is still hope, improvement, and a healthier future ahead.
