Fitness coach suggests 6 strategies to reverse diabetes naturally: Lose visceral fat to 7 hours of sleep
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On May 23, fitness coach Alwyn took to his Instagram page, Fitness by Alwyn, to share 6 things one can do to reverse type 2 diabetes naturally. 'More than 90 million Indians have diabetes or prediabetes. But here's the good news: Type 2 diabetes is not a life sentence. In many cases, it can be reversed. Let's break down the science-backed strategy to do it,' he wrote. Alwyn suggested 6 things that you can start doing right away:
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According to the fitness coach, research shows that losing 10-15 kg led to diabetes remission in 86 percent of participants. 'Visceral fat (especially around the liver and pancreas) drives insulin resistance,' he explained and suggested focusing on fat loss, not just blood sugar control.
Do this:
• Calorie deficit through real food
• High-protein meals (1.5 to 2g/kg body weight)
• 30-45 mins of exercise daily (strength + walking)
'Forget crash diets. Aim for a low glycemic load (GL) diet,' he explained. Here is a list of low GI foods, which Alwyn had suggested in a previous post. Low-GL meals reduce post-meal glucose spikes and improve HbA1c.
Eat more:
• Non-starchy veggies (palak, bhindi, broccoli)
• Low-GL fruits (apple, berries, orange)
• Protein-rich foods (eggs, dals, tofu, fish, paneer)
• Good fats (nuts, seeds, avocado, ghee)
Limit:
• White rice, maida, sugar
• Fruit juices and sugary drinks
• Processed snacks and sweets
'Just 15 minutes of walking post-meal significantly reduces blood sugar spikes (Diabetes Care, 2013),' Alwyn cited a study. He suggested:
Move every day:
• 8,000–10,000 steps
• Resistance training 3x/week
• 10–15 min walk after lunch and dinner
According to the fitness coach, 'chronic stress = high cortisol = more insulin resistance'. Additionally, poor sleep means poor glucose control.
Aim for:
• 7–8 hours of sleep
• Evening wind-down routine
• Stress reducers: breathwork, meditation, journaling, time outdoors
The fitness coach suggested tracking these three factors weekly:
• Fasting blood glucose (<100 mg/dL)
• HbA1c (<5.7%)
• Waist circumference (↓ belly fat = ↑ insulin sensitivity)
Bonus: Use a CGM (Continuous Glucose Monitor) to identify sugar-spiking foods.
Alwyn warned that before taking aids, one should always consult their doctor and suggested consuming:
• Berberine: natural Metformin-like effect
• Cinnamon: may improve insulin sensitivity
• Vitamin D, magnesium, omega-3s to support metabolic health
Per the fitness coach, signs of reversal include:
• Fasting glucose <100 mg/dL
• HbA1c <5.7%
• No meds, stable sugars, high energy
Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
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