Diabetes Reversed in 7 Days: A Compelling Success Story
By: Dr. Salihu Lukman
Introduction
In a world filled with the complexities of chronic diseases, it’s truly extraordinary when a success story defies the odds and inspires us all. Today, we have the privilege of sharing an awe-inspiring account of one individual’s journey toward reversing diabetes in just 7 days, solely through the transformative power of lifestyle changes. The patient is a resilient and determined individual who embraced a revolutionary approach to managing his diabetes. Rather than relying solely on medication, he embarked on a 7-day adventure, committed to proving that lifestyle modifications hold the key to regaining control over his health.
Throughout this article, we will delve into the remarkable details of his inspiring journey, exploring the pivotal moments, and strategies that propelled him toward success. Join us as we uncover the secrets behind his 7-day transformation, and discover the remarkable potential that lies within each of us.
His story serves as a testament to the incredible possibilities that emerge when we believe in the power of our choices and embrace the opportunity for change. Are you ready to embark on this remarkable journey together? Stay tuned for the next installment as we uncover the secrets behind Sarah’s seven-day transformation and explore the life-changing potential of lifestyle modifications in the quest to reverse diabetes.
How He Did It?
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- He is 49 years old, weighs 130 kg, and BMI of 40.
- He was diagnosed on 29 July 2023 with the following: Fasting – 18.1 mmol/L (325.8 mg/dL), HbA1c – 11.8 %. He was placed on 1000 mg of Glucophage after every meal. He is also hypertensive and on medication.
- I started following up on his case last week on Friday, 13 October 2023. Before that day, his fasting blood sugar (FBS) used to be around 10 mmol/L.
- I would advise him on what food to eat daily and emphasize his daily workout which is a brisk walk for about 1 hr just before Magrib after which he eats dinner.
- He takes 4-point glucometer readings daily. Fasting and 2 hr after breakfast, just before dinner, and 2 hr after dinner. He eats only twice daily.
- Within the first 3 days, his FBS fell from 10 to an average value of about 8.5. There were 2 readings of the 2hr after breakfast above 12 (12.3 and 12.8).
- I asked him to be monitoring his blood pressure daily from Day 2.
- I asked him to stop taking diabetic medication after Day 6, and his FBS was 6.2 on Day 7. The normal FBS is up to 7. All other readings were within the normal range on Day 7 despite stopping the diabetic medication. In addition, I asked him to observe a 10 – 15 min workout after every meal from Day 7 when the medication was stopped to avoid blood sugar spikes after the meal.
- Accordingly, with this change in his lifestyle, his blood pressure fell from 145/99 and 150/96 on Days 2 & 3 respectively to an average of 121/84, which is normal. I hope that it will fall further to such an extent that he will also be weaned off antihypertensive medication. His headaches resulting from the uncontrolled blood pressure are all gone now.
- He has been successfully weaned off of diabetic medication and his blood pressure fell from high to the normal range in just 7 days! Yes, 7 days.
Conclusion
I weaned myself off diabetic medication in 2016 and my blood sugar level has always been within the normal range since then. With the help of my team, we helped several other diabetics normalize their blood sugar levels and in some cases wean them off diabetic medications completely in a similar way to the above. You can also do it if you are diabetic or you can follow up with your loved one in a similar way if he or she is diabetic to change the narrative. Nothing is hidden in this process, I have already explained all the good and the bad foods for diabetics in several of my articles and presentations on the Diabetic Monitoring Forum (DMF). Join us to say goodbye to diabetes through lifestyle enhancement without selling any diabetic medication to anyone in any form.
This success story is a reminder that diabetes is not a life sentence. With lifestyle changes, it is possible to reverse diabetes and live a healthy, active life. If you are diabetic or you love someone who is diabetic, please know that there is hope.
Salihu Lukman is an Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering at the University of Hafr Al Batin, Saudi Arabia