How a 63-Year-Old Cancer Survivor Reversed Diabetes, Lost 22 Kg & Rebuilt Her Strength With FFD
I Dropped 22 kg in 7 Months With FFD!
- Name - Mrs. Hansa Joshi
- Age - 63 Years Young
- Profession - Art of Living Teacher (Pranayama & Meditation Teacher)
- Place - Thane, Maharashtra.
I am a certified Yoga teacher, Rakkhenho therapist and Art of Living teacher, where I teach pranayama, meditation, and yoga. For more than three decades, spirituality and wellness have been an important part of my life.
I always believed in taking care of my health naturally. But when I was diagnosed with diabetes, it came as a shock. I had never imagined that my sugar levels could reach such a high level.
My journey with FFD helped me understand my body better, rebuild my health, and regain the confidence that I had lost.
Key Takeaways
- Reduced HbA1c from 10 to 5.9 in 11 months
- Weight reduced from 95.8 kg to 73 kg in 7 months
- Reduced diabetes medication dosage significantly
- Regained flexibility and strength
- Improved SGPT/SGOT ratio from 1.09 to 0.77
- Started performing 108 Surya Namaskars
- Overcame joint stiffness and mobility issues
- Completed multiple fasting cycles, including 5-day water fasting
- Improved sleep, energy, and overall fitness
My Diabetes Story
My diabetes diagnosis came unexpectedly during a medical camp when my son took me for a routine health check-up.
My blood sugar reading was around 200, and later my HbA1c test revealed a shocking number 10.
My blood sugar reading was around 200, and later my HbA1c test revealed a shocking number 10.
Initially, I could not believe that I had diabetes because I was always active and disciplined with my lifestyle.
I had no major symptoms, but looking back, I realized I had started experiencing joint stiffness, especially in my hip and knees, a few months before my diagnosis.
I had no major symptoms, but looking back, I realized I had started experiencing joint stiffness, especially in my hip and knees, a few months before my diagnosis.
I also had a family history of diabetes, as my mother had sugar issues. But I never imagined that I would face the same challenge.
After my diagnosis, I tried controlling my sugar through walking, exercise, and diet.
I was walking nearly 7 km every day and following a strict diet.
However, due to lack of proper knowledge, I made mistakes like consuming large amounts of watermelon daily, thinking it was healthy.
Despite my efforts, my HbA1c remained around 10.
I was walking nearly 7 km every day and following a strict diet.
However, due to lack of proper knowledge, I made mistakes like consuming large amounts of watermelon daily, thinking it was healthy.
Despite my efforts, my HbA1c remained around 10.
That is when I realized I needed the right guidance.
How FFD Introduced Me to a New Way of Living
I came to know about Freedom From Diabetes through my friends from the Art of Living community.
Many people had benefited from Dr. Pramod Tripathi’s approach, and after hearing their experiences, I decided to explore FFD.
Many people had benefited from Dr. Pramod Tripathi’s approach, and after hearing their experiences, I decided to explore FFD.
What attracted me was the understanding that diabetes is not just about controlling sugar numbers but about addressing the root cause.
The structured approach, expert guidance, and focus on making lifestyle changes for life gave me confidence to begin my journey.
Mrs. Hansa JoshiMy Reversal Story
When I started my journey, my HbA1c was 10, and I was taking diabetes medicines.
With FFD’s guidance, my HbA1c gradually improved to 5.9, and my medication dosage reduced significantly.
With FFD’s guidance, my HbA1c gradually improved to 5.9, and my medication dosage reduced significantly.
My biggest transformation was not just in my sugar levels but in my overall strength and fitness.
I started at 95.8 kg and reached 73 kg, losing around 22 kg through consistent lifestyle changes.
I started at 95.8 kg and reached 73 kg, losing around 22 kg through consistent lifestyle changes.
Today, I can proudly perform 108 Surya Namaskars every alternate day, climb stairs regularly, and travel actively without feeling restricted.
The journey was not easy. After my cancer surgery in 2020 and a wrist injury due to an accident in 2022, even doing a few Surya Namaskars was painful initially.
My body would ache for days. But with consistency and determination, I slowly rebuilt my strength.
My body would ache for days. But with consistency and determination, I slowly rebuilt my strength.
Today, I can sit comfortably in Sukhasana for 30–45 minutes, something I could not do earlier.
Athletic Identity
Yoga has always been an important part of my life, but after joining FFD, I discovered a completely different level of physical capability.
I gradually progressed from struggling with basic movements to completing 108 Surya Namaskars.
Along with yoga, I practice walking, stair climbing, and strength exercises. My flexibility, balance, and endurance have improved tremendously.
At 63, I feel stronger, more energetic, and more confident in my body.
Current Lifestyle & Reflection
FFD taught me that diabetes reversal is not a short-term challenge but a lifelong commitment.
I continue following mindful eating, exercise, yoga, meditation, and fasting practices.
I have also experienced multiple fasting cycles, including a 5-day water fast, which made me feel lighter and more energetic.
The biggest learning for me was that consistency matters. It is not about being perfect every day but about coming back to the right path whenever you slip.
