Can I Reverse Type-2 Diabetes at 52?

Ans: What is the reason for the CHF?
If it is due to end organ damage as part of circulatory disturbance then it is difficult to reverse but if it is due to Metabolic disorder, then correcting the Metabolic cause will help to reverse the condition

Ans: Diabetes can be managed with lowering blood sugar levels by following a healthy lifestyle and dietary modifications. Increasing basal metabolic rate by adapting to a high complex carbohydrate and fiber rich diet, with good protein foods and low total and healthy fats will ensure less spikes in blood sugar levels. Exercises which include building muscle mass and lowering body fat will lower the incidence of hyperglycemia. Avoid processed, canned foods, sweets, alcohol, fatty foods, etc. As the blood sugar levels are lowered, medication doses may need to be altered.

Ans: Diabetes management is monitoring blood sugar levels within the normal range. By following a complex carbohydrate, good protein and low fat diet, you can bring about effective blood sugar control. Avoid high fat and sugar foods, foods containing refined cereals like red meat, maida, fries, packaged, fast foods, etc. as they will add excess calories in your diet and increase fat percentage. Exercise for at least 30 minutes for minimum 5 days a week. As the blood sugar levels are lowered, medication doses can be reduced or altered.

Ans: Yes, especially if interventions are done in the early stages. Type 2 diabetes is a lifestyle disease, and changes in lifestyle can help you manage or occasionally even reverse it. Typically there are three pillars of a healthy lifestyle - Diet, Stress Management and Physical activity. A diet should be rich in whole foods with minimal processed or junk consumption. Fasting is also a possible intervention. You can connect with a dietician for more personalised recommendations. For Stress Management, we need to make time for recreational activities, meet our friends, practice pranayama/meditation, gentle yoga stretches, get enough sleep etc. And any physical activity that we inherently enjoy, that challenges us moderately, is good to get your daily dose of exercise. Please note that "reversing" diabetes doesn't mean it's permanently cured. It usually implies significant long-term improvement, which is sustained as long as the lifestyle is sustained. This is why when we make changes to how we live, we should do it in a way that we truly enjoy and find inspiring.