Name: Yadunath Vasantrao Maharaj
Age: 62 years
Height: 162 cm
Occupation: Retired (Assistant Superintendent, Court Department)
Residence: Harangul, District Latur
Group: Guardians Group, 9th Challenge
Mobile: 7796793253

I had a bypass surgery in April 2019. Recently, I also underwent cataract surgery in both eyes. I suffer from diabetes and high BP, experiencing a little joint pain. I had a habit of waking up late, due to which I used to avoid exercising. Because of these health problems, I was facing a lot of difficulties in life. I had also participated in the 7th Challenge, at that time I had reached the pre-diabetic stage. However, due to neglecting my diet, my weight increased slightly and sugar levels went up.

I got to know about the Dr. Dixit Lifestyle and the 90-day Challenge from Vandana Joshi Madam, Nashik. Upon learning that this challenge was starting from 16.07.2026, I made a firm decision. My family members were not confident, especially due to festivals like Raksha Bandhan, Ganesh Chaturthi, and Mahalaxmi Pujan. However, I decided to take up this challenge whole-heartedly.

I tried to follow complete discipline during the challenge. I shared photos of my meals, updated my exercise/activity logs, and adopted the habits taught in the program. Due to bypass surgery, my walking speed was initially low. But with the encouragement of the group admins and fellow participants, I tried to gradually increase my distance and speed everyday.
In the first month, my weight dropped and my sugar levels decreased. In the following month, there was further progress, such as weight loss, better blood report results, and positive lifestyle changes.

Final results after 90 days are as follows:
HbA1c: Reduced from 7.5 to 6.8% ( 0.7% less)
Weight: Reduced from 71 kg to 66.9 kg ( 4.1kg less)
Waist perimeter: Reduced from 97 cm to 92 cm ( 5cm less)
Fasting Insulin: Reduced from 8.02 to 7.37 units (0.65 units less)

Other Improvements: Energy levels increased, pain decreased, and lethargy went away.
The biggest realization of my life has been gaining control over food cravings. I adopted discipline, and my mindset has improved.

I am sincerely grateful to Dr. Dixit Sir, group admins Mr. Shrinivas Bolabattin Sir, and Swati Kulkarni Madam for their continuous guidance and encouragement throughout this journey. Dr. Dixit Sir, thank you very much and congratulations on the invaluable and admirable work you are doing free of charge.

I will continue to follow this lifestyle in the future and share its benefits with others. I am confident that I will soon succeed in achieving my goal of becoming diabetes-free.

(English translation: Shrinivas Bolabattin)