How I Lost 20 kg, Reversed My Fatigue, and Finally Found a Sustainable Weight Loss Approach
Tuition teacher from Pune lost 20 kg naturally and transformed her energy, sleep, and fitness through the Freedom From Diabetes program
- Name - Mrs. Manjushree Joshi
- Age - 48 Young
- Profession - Tuition Teacher
- Place - Pune, Maharashtra
My name is Mrs. Manjushree Joshi. I am 48 years old and work as a tuition teacher from my home in Pune, Maharashtra. For many years, I struggled with obesity, constant fatigue, and repeated failed attempts at weight loss. I had joined gyms, followed different diet programs, and lost weight multiple times, only to gain it back again. Today, I have lost 20 kg, feel energetic throughout the day, can climb three floors without getting tired, and have finally found a way of living that I know I can sustain. This is the story of how Freedom From Diabetes changed my relationship with food, exercise, and my own body.
Key Takeaways
- Long-Term Struggle with Obesity
- Lost 20 kg (104 kg to 84 kg)
- Hunger Cravings Completely Resolved
- Climbs 3 Floors Without Fatigue
- Completed Fast For Freedom Multiple Times
- Practiced 24, 48 & 72-Hour Fasting
- Regular Gym & Swimming
- Improved Skin Texture
- Better Sleep & No Snoring
My Story
My biggest challenge was never diabetes—it was obesity and the exhaustion that came with it.
For many years, I had been trying to lose weight.
Sometimes I joined a gym, sometimes a weight-loss program, but every time I lost weight, it eventually came back.
I had undergone two C-sections, and after my second son was born in 2008, my weight remained above 95 kg for years.
At one point, it crossed 100 kg, and I carried that weight for almost 18 years.
Sometimes I joined a gym, sometimes a weight-loss program, but every time I lost weight, it eventually came back.
I had undergone two C-sections, and after my second son was born in 2008, my weight remained above 95 kg for years.
At one point, it crossed 100 kg, and I carried that weight for almost 18 years.
I often felt tired even during normal household activities. The most alarming symptom appeared a few months before I joined FFD.
Even after eating a full meal, I would feel hungry again within one and a half to two hours.
I knew something was not right because normal hunger should not return so quickly. That was when I started paying serious attention to my health.
Even after eating a full meal, I would feel hungry again within one and a half to two hours.
I knew something was not right because normal hunger should not return so quickly. That was when I started paying serious attention to my health.
How I Found FFD
I first came across Freedom From Diabetes through Dr. Pramod Tripathi’s videos on Instagram.
I attended a Discover Reversal Session, and what impressed me the most was that the program combined diet, exercise, and medical guidance together.
Earlier, gyms only told me how to exercise, nutritionists only told me what to eat, and no one connected the two. FFD was the first program that felt complete.
Earlier, gyms only told me how to exercise, nutritionists only told me what to eat, and no one connected the two. FFD was the first program that felt complete.
Another thing I loved was the fasting approach. In most diets, I had to prepare separate food for myself while cooking regular meals for the family.
During fasting, I felt relieved because I only had to cook for my family and not constantly think about my own food. Surprisingly, fasting became easier than I had imagined.
During fasting, I felt relieved because I only had to cook for my family and not constantly think about my own food. Surprisingly, fasting became easier than I had imagined.
Mrs. Manjushree Joshi
My Reversal Journey
When I joined FFD, I weighed 104 kg. Over the course of the program, I reduced my weight to 84 kg, losing a total of 20 kg.
The biggest changes in my health were:
- Lost 20 kg (104 kg to 84 kg)
- Reversed fatigue and constant tiredness
- Hunger cravings disappeared
- Climbs 3 floors comfortably
- Feels energetic throughout the day
I was fortunate that I did not have diabetes or high blood pressure despite my weight, but I knew I was moving in that direction.
Today, I feel far more energetic, and I no longer avoid stairs.
I live on the third floor without a lift, and something that once felt exhausting has become completely normal.
Today, I feel far more energetic, and I no longer avoid stairs.
I live on the third floor without a lift, and something that once felt exhausting has become completely normal.
Most importantly, I now understand how weight gain happens and how to manage it.
Even if I gain a kilogram or two in the future, I am confident that I know exactly how to bring it back under control.
Even if I gain a kilogram or two in the future, I am confident that I know exactly how to bring it back under control.
Athletic Identity
I am still exploring my athletic identity, but I know that I enjoy swimming the most.
My current activity routine includes:
- Regular gym workouts
- Swimming
- Anti-gravity exercises
- Strength and muscle-building training
I have now moved into the muscle-building phase, and my focus is on becoming stronger rather than simply losing more weight.
Fast For Freedom Experience
Fast For Freedom became one of the most powerful parts of my journey.
I completed the fasting program multiple times and also practiced:
- 24-hour fasting
- 48-hour fasting
- 72-hour fasting
- Juice feasting
- Water fasting
During the 9-day fasting program, I usually lost 2–3 kg.
What helped me tremendously was the shahi pani and nuts, which kept me full and made fasting much easier than I had expected.
Initially, it was challenging, but over time my cravings reduced significantly and fasting became a natural part of my routine.
What helped me tremendously was the shahi pani and nuts, which kept me full and made fasting much easier than I had expected.
Initially, it was challenging, but over time my cravings reduced significantly and fasting became a natural part of my routine.
Inner Transformation
I attended all the group Inner Transformation sessions.
I regularly practice meditation and breathing exercises in the morning, and I feel they have helped me become calmer and more balanced in daily life.
I regularly practice meditation and breathing exercises in the morning, and I feel they have helped me become calmer and more balanced in daily life.
Current Lifestyle & Reflection
The changes I have experienced go far beyond weight loss.
My skin texture has improved noticeably. I sleep well, and the occasional snoring I used to have has disappeared completely.
My energy, confidence, and enthusiasm have increased tremendously.
My energy, confidence, and enthusiasm have increased tremendously.
What I appreciated most about FFD was the constant support from my experts.
My dietitian, Urjita Shaha, and exercise expert, Ishan Khet, were always available whenever I had a question.
The medical consultations were equally helpful, and I felt guided at every step of the journey.
My dietitian, Urjita Shaha, and exercise expert, Ishan Khet, were always available whenever I had a question.
The medical consultations were equally helpful, and I felt guided at every step of the journey.
Today, I genuinely feel that this is the first program that has educated me rather than just helping me lose weight.
