How Samar Brought His HbA1c Down from 9.9 to 5.9 Despite Night Shifts and Travel
I Quit Diabetes Meds Within Just 1 Month & Cleared GTT Wi
- Name - Mr. Samar Ashok Mandke
- Age - 37Years Young
- Profession - Field Service Engineer
- Place - Mumbai Maharashtra.
Key Takeaways
- HbA1c reduced from 9.9 to 5.9 in 10 months
- Diabetes meds stopped in 1 month
- Weight reduced from 87.1 kg to 75 kg in 4 months
- GTT cleared successfully
- VLDL dropped from 39.8 to 26
- Significant body recomposition (fat loss + muscle gain)
- Improved emotional balance and patience
- Athletic Identity: Running, Home workouts, Strength training
- Developed emotional stability and patience
My Diabetes Story
My diabetes was discovered during a routine corporate health check-up. My HbA1c was 9.9, and several other parameters, especially cholesterol, were not in a healthy range.
I also experienced tingling sensations in my legs, which my doctor said could be due to either high sugar levels or vitamin deficiency.
I also experienced tingling sensations in my legs, which my doctor said could be due to either high sugar levels or vitamin deficiency.
I do have a family history of diabetes, so the diagnosis didn’t come as a complete shock, but it was still unsettling especially given my demanding work schedule with rotating day and night shifts.
How Was FFD Introduced and What Made Me Choose It?
I was already consulting an Ayurvedic doctor in Goregaon, from whom I had been taking treatment for about six to eight months.
Despite that, my sugar levels were not coming under control, mainly due to my irregular work hours and travel.
Despite that, my sugar levels were not coming under control, mainly due to my irregular work hours and travel.
She suggested that I attend a Freedom From Diabetes session.
After attending and understanding the approach, I decided to join because I needed a structured system that could work even with my unpredictable routine.
After attending and understanding the approach, I decided to join because I needed a structured system that could work even with my unpredictable routine.
Mr. Samar Ashok Mandke
My Reversal Journey
When I joined FFD, my HbA1c was around 9.6. I was not on any allopathic diabetes medicines, only Ayurvedic formulations like Jambul ras and powders.
Through consistent lifestyle correction, my HbA1c came down to 5.9 by January. I also cleared my GTT in September 2025, which was a major milestone for me.
Other parameters improved significantly as well. My VLDL dropped from 39.8 to 26, and cholesterol ratios moved into a much healthier range.
Uric acid still needs attention, but it is far better than before and I know how to work on it now.
Uric acid still needs attention, but it is far better than before and I know how to work on it now.
In the first three months, my weight dropped from 87 kg to 75 kg.
Once I started focusing on muscle-building, my weight gradually returned to earlier levels but my body shape changed completely.
Once I started focusing on muscle-building, my weight gradually returned to earlier levels but my body shape changed completely.
Earlier, I looked bulky and unhealthy. Now, even at a similar weight, my body is leaner, stronger, and more defined.
My muscle mass has increased significantly, and overall fitness has improved.
My muscle mass has increased significantly, and overall fitness has improved.
Emotional & Mental Transformation
One of the most unexpected changes was emotional. My anger levels reduced, my patience improved, and even my colleagues noticed the difference.
Earlier, I used to get frustrated very quickly. Now, I handle stress far better.
I did take one-on-one inner transformation sessions, and they helped me understand and regulate my emotional responses.
I did take one-on-one inner transformation sessions, and they helped me understand and regulate my emotional responses.
Diet & Lifestyle Adaptation
Diet was difficult for the first 5–10 days. But once it became a habit, it felt manageable even with travel.
My dietitian understood my work culture extremely well.
Along with the main diet plan, she always gave me travel-friendly alternatives; what to eat in hotels, what to choose when options are limited.
That flexibility made all the difference.
Along with the main diet plan, she always gave me travel-friendly alternatives; what to eat in hotels, what to choose when options are limited.
That flexibility made all the difference.
Athletic Identity
I’ve discovered my athletic side through running and home workouts.
Since I travel for nearly half the month, I adapt sometimes to gym, sometimes treadmill, sometimes workouts at home.
Since I travel for nearly half the month, I adapt sometimes to gym, sometimes treadmill, sometimes workouts at home.
What matters is consistency, not perfection.
Current Lifestyle & Reflection
Today, even if my sugar fluctuates, I don’t panic. I know exactly what needs to be corrected; food, timing, or exercise.
FFD hasn’t just helped me lower numbers. It has given me a clear roadmap for life, regardless of my work schedule.
