FAT BUSTER: This woman could reverse her diabetes with weight loss!

She was obese and facing a dual diagnosis of diabetes and hypothyroidism. Aakanksha Jain’s poor physical health had also started to push her into depression. That was when a friend recommended her to try an online fitness and diet app. In just 6 months her mental and physical health underwent a radical transformation. She lost an incredible 30 kilos.She was no longer a diabetic because her blood sugar dropped to a “prediabetes” level. And her doctor reduced the dosage of her thyroid medication. Read more about her journey here…
: Aakanksha Jain
: 30 kgs in 6 months
: The day I saw my blood sugar level touch 490 mg/dl, which was almost four times the normal limit. That is when I decided to take charge of my health.
: I eat vegetable upma or chapati and vegetables or stuffed paratha without oil.
: 1 cup of vegetables, 1 cup of dal, 1 cup chopped cucumbers and 2 chapatis. I love to add a cup of curd as well.
: 1 cup of vegetables with a jowar or wheat roti which I eat by 7pm. I have a glass of milk (without sugar) at 9 pm.
: Since my diet does not contain rice, I treat myself to the occasional thali or meals from a famous restaurant here in Bangalore.
: I have realized the importance of doing yoga every morning. I do some asanas that have helped to bring down my sugar level and increased my stamina. I also walk for at least 4 kms daily.
: Tomato bharta and baingan bharta without oil.
FAT BUSTER: An unexpected weight loss made me crave for a healthier life
: I used to think that eating less would help me in losing weight. But now I have realized the importance of frequent, small meals because of which I eat small portions of food 6 times a day.
My weight loss journey has inspired me to lead a healthier life and stay motivated even on days I feel emotionally drained and weak. Shopping is also another super motivator! It feels wonderful to go shopping for clothes and ask for the smaller sizes.
I must give a lot of the credit to healthifyme.com. They follow-up with me regularly and help me stick to the diet and workout plans that they have customized for me. This helps me to keep a track of my progress. I also ensure I do not lose focus.
When I was overweight, I used to fall sick quite often. I never had the stamina to do even those things I liked the most. For example, whenever I would go on a 5-day holiday, I would lose out on the last day of fun because I would need to rest from all the sightseeing and other holiday activities.
I see myself as a healthy woman who can take good care of her family.
I am far more conscious of what I eat now. I eat at home instead of eating out and I make sure I eat the right kind of food.
: Nothing is better than loving yourself.
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