Reversing Type 2 Diabetes: Success Stories
Can insulin dependence for 26 years be reversed?
Conventional wisdom says no—but Barb Mynott’s story proves otherwise.
Barb Mynott’s Journey
Greetings from India!
My story mirrors Bernard’s almost exactly! After 26 years of insulin dependence—injecting 170 units of Lantus daily, swallowing handfuls of metformin, and managing medications for coronary artery disease and other conditions—I was drowning in a storm of health issues. As a diabetic with Crohn’s disease, Barrett’s esophagus, hypertension, hypothyroidism, esophageal spasms, gastroparesis, arthritis, and more, my monthly medication costs neared $1,200. I believed inflammation and autoimmune dysfunction were at the root.
Initially skeptical, I joined a program thinking I’d need to eat three meals a day—something my body couldn’t handle. But after a month of studying resources (including Diet Doctor), I realized the key wasn’t rules, but strategically slashing carbs. I began eating just one meal daily, incorporating regular 3-day fasts… and miracles followed.
The results?
- Diabetes reversed after 26 years of insulin dependence.
- Neuropathy in my feet improved dramatically.
- Crohn’s disease (45-year battle) went into full remission.
- Heart issues, blood pressure, and esophageal problems resolved or improved.
- Lost 14 pounds as a bonus.
I started this journey to prepare for three daunting surgeries (abdominal repair, hiatal hernia correction, and shoulder replacements). Thanks to Dr. Jason Fung’s guidance and Diet Doctor’s resources, I’m not just surviving—I’m thriving.
The mental battle?
Satiety came quickly, but psychological hurdles lingered: “Should you eat that?” “Are you crazy frying eggs in butter?” The diet is simple, but societal conditioning—“You can’t fast!”—is the real challenge.
As a retired RN (age 64), I’ve seen countless patients suffer from inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. We need more research connecting these conditions to metabolic health—because this lifestyle has transformed mine.
To the Diet Doctor team: You’re miracle workers. Keep changing lives!
Ian’s Transformation
When Ian’s routine physical revealed Type 2 diabetes, he ignored his nutritionist’s low-fat advice—and reversed his diagnosis in 8 weeks.
The wake-up call:
At 52, Ian had no prior health concerns—until bloodwork showed elevated glucose. Prescribed metformin and a “low-fat, bread-heavy” meal plan, he felt hungry and nauseated within days. Then he discovered Diet Doctor.
The turnaround:
- Switched to keto, ditching medications.
- Lost 16 kg (35 lbs) in 8 weeks (even after indulging on a motorcycle trip through Bulgaria and Romania!).
- Bloodwork improvements across the board: lower HbA1c, triglycerides, and LDL; higher HDL.
At his follow-up, his doctor hesitated to declare him diabetes-free but couldn’t argue with the results. Ian now calls himself a “former diabetic”—and plans to keep thriving.
His takeaway:
“This diagnosis was the best thing that ever happened to me. Without Diet Doctor, I’d be trapped in a cycle of meds and worsening health. Now, I’ll live longer to explore the world—beer and local cuisine included!”
P.S. Ian’s invented a keto-friendly drink he swears by (recipe not included, but he’s happy to share!).
Why this matters:
These stories shatter the myth that chronic diseases are irreversible. Through carb reduction, fasting, and rejecting outdated dietary dogma, Barb and Ian reclaimed their health—and their lives.
For more resources, visit Diet Doctor and explore Dr. Jason Fung’s work on metabolic health. 🌱
