Managing my diabetes has been the most formidable challenge I’ve faced. Amidst a sea of conflicting advice from healthcare professionals, doctors, dietitians, and diabetic educators, the struggle became undeniably real. Doctors seemed disconnected from the nuances of the disease, while dietitians lacked the firsthand experience that could truly resonate.

Only in the past decade did I begin to take charge of my health journey, and it’s been an arduous road since. Every day feels like an uphill battle—mealtimes, blood tests—they all demand a considerable toll. The emotional strain has been immense; there have been countless tearful days. Diabetes has woven itself into every aspect of my life—from my waking thoughts on fasting blood sugar to the nightly reflections on what could have been done differently for better outcomes.

Yet, within this struggle, there’s a beacon of hope—the wisdom gained from firsthand experience with this disease. Our approach to reversing T2 diabetes targets its core: insulin resistance. Understanding that this resistance can be turned around offers a glimmer of hope—T2 diabetes can retreat into remission and hold unless old habits resurface.